Small City Spaces

Moving from apartment to apartment you may have developed a keen eye for possible problems when it comes to your furnishings, their size weight and “move-ability”. Furniture that is subject to frequent moves are sure to have battle scars from bumps and scratches of you or the movers having to force it through small corridors and even windows. Bring the measuring tape when you scout apartments taking notes of the corridors and doors so you get proper clearance when you bring in all your stuff. Read the rest of this entry »

However small your space may be, lighting plays an important part in the overall look of your home. Ambiance lighting focusing on your home’s unique aspects such as artwork and other unique stuff brings it to light taking out attention on the unwanted parts such as closets. High ceilings can be given some dramatic effects by using several multicolored LED lights focused on the ceiling blending into unique hues playing around as you shift from space to space. Read the rest of this entry »

City life has become very difficult, jobless rates on the rise and not enough jobs to go around for the millions who lost them since the economic crunch began. There are lot of simple yet very effective green tips for small city spaces such as apartments and similar spaces that can be easily upgraded to green status. Changing the bathroom fixtures with water saving fixtures that use less water or selecting water recycling sinks that sends wash water to the water tank of the commode, for use in flushing down solid waste. Read the rest of this entry »

When utilizing a small living space, you may want to consider a sofa bed. It’s a great way to save not just on space, but on money as well. Couches and beds both cost a lot of money so why not just buy a combination of the two?

Here are a few tips on buying a sofa bed:

1. Consider first of all, of course how big the space will be. A queen sized sofa bed might be spacious, but it may also consume too much space.

2. How many people are going to sleep in it? Knowing the number of people who might sleep on it - a spouse / partner or friend might require something two people can fit comfortably in. If you’re determined to go solo, then its more economical to have a smaller one.

3. Test it out. Is it stable and sturdy?

People who want to take part in the greening of the city can do more than just having plants all over the place to ease the impact of those harsh cinder block walls. Green toilets that have wash basins on top as cover saves you a lot in terms of flushing power for the water you wash with is the same water you use to flush your toilets. Water saving toilets are also around that are more efficient than older models yet can flush even the heaviest dinners easy with more powerful jets that use half the volume of water.
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We’ve emphasized it again and again, green is in. Not just with respect to the building and materials used but with respect to gardens that can be grown anywhere. From pots and pans to purpose built planting boxes from garden supplies, they allow city slickers to bring in the green.
Plants have a good influence on your overall health due to their ability to produce oxygen. They also have the ability to filter the air within such confined spaces making it healthier and green is pleasing to the eye soothing those tired souls from a long day’s work. Gardening is also proven to be a stress-buster for it takes your mind away from your regular stress loads allowing you to enjoy and marvel at the beauty of nature.

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City spaces are typically small, that is why it takes a lot of creativeness and artistry to try and decorate the place despite its limitations. Loft spaces are the choice accommodation in recent years. It is primarily geared toward the young professionals who are usually just beginning their careers. These small city spaces are generally divided into the living area and sleeping area. If your loft is split-level, the upper level is normally made into a bedroom. The small living space is partitioned into the cooking, dining and entertaining areas. But if your loft just has one level, screen sliding doors are your best bet.

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1. Floor. Rugs in each of the areas in your loft is a nice idea to keep your toes warm and fuzzy whether first thing in the morning or at night. Don’t forget the welcome mat in your front door, to keep the dust away.
2. Walls and Windows. Depending on the size and location of your window, you can use either blinds or shutters or sheer curtains to regulate the amount of light coming into your loft and to provide privacy. Some lofts are quite dark, while others are flooded with light especially in the morning.
3. Hang painting or pictures on your walls vertically to take advantage of wall space.
4. High Ceilings. Loft usually have high ceilings with exposed duts and beams. To lower your ceiling visually and hide the exposed ducts and beams, paint it a darker shade.

The beauty and excitement in decorating lofts lies in the fact that there are no rules to follow!

Living in a small space, like condos and flats may be convenient, but keeping the clutter to a minimum is challenging. The small space means you have limited space to keep your belongings, and they might end up spilling out everywhere. It doesn’t mean you have to be resigned to a messy home, however. Here are some tips to control clutter:

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Although most of today’s homes no longer rely on a fireplace for heating purposes, they are still in high demand. Fireplaces will always have a special allure. The vision of cozying up in front of a roaring fire, mug of hot chocolate in hand, while snow falls gently outside the window or sitting in front of a rippling fire while you and your beloved spend a romantic evening together are two appealing scenarios that may come to mind when thinking of a fireplace. If you live in a small home, apartment or condominium, you may not have the luxury of a built-in fireplace. However, today you can purchase a fireplace that would fit into even the smallest of spaces. There are various options to choose from.

These include:

* Virtual/Digital fireplaces
* Compact fireplaces
* Wall-mounted fireplaces
* Tabletop fireplaces

Whether your style leans more toward modern, contemporary or anywhere in-between, one of the above-mentioned fireplaces would suite it perfectly.