NEWS AND UPDATES: WEEK LONG BOXING WEEK SALE

Yesterday was Boxing Day and to kick off the week of spending and deal hunting Modern Sensibility has something for you too. Our Week Long Boxing Day Red Tag Sale!!! Amazing deals on all your favorite pieces AND a free painting of your choice to top it off. Hope everyone is enjoying their Holidays and looking forward to the New Year.

This is an Interactive flyer, just click on an item to go  to the product page.

5 TIPS TO MAKING YOUR SMALL SPACE APPEAR AND FEEL LARGER

Nan: How do you like your new apartment?

Dan: I have no room for complaint.

Many people live in smaller spaces for different reasons; whether it's because they can't afford to live in a larger house, a smaller space seem more inviting and practical to them, or they've decided to downsize from a bigger home.  Moving into a smaller space is great, but there's always the challenge of how to decorate without overcrowding.  In a smaller space you want to be able to make the most of the space you have which can be hard when you don’t know where to begin. With the right furniture and the right lighting this all becomes possible!  Knowing tips and tricks about decorating a small space will make all the difference between a spacious or cramped room.

Use Light Colours
1.     Light colors are a good way to brighten up a room and make it appear to be larger. Lighter colors help reflect natural light making it seem bigger and more airy. Using colors to get the most out of your space you can gain the appearance of a larger room.  Different colors are associated with different feelings; colors such as white, cream or beige (natural colors) work great for walls.  Also using inviting and warm colors such a yellow, blue, and green can add the effect of a larger room.

Tip:  Always remember shades when choosing a color. Stick to the lighter or lightest shades if possible in the color. Remember the goal is to reflect light.  Also, try to stick to complimentary colors in the home.

Remove Clutter
2.  We all have it- letters, notes, piles of magazines, loose papers and other things that are just lying around collecting dust.  Get rid of the clutter!  In an already small space the last thing you want to do is add more clutter.  Organization is the key.  Having the ability to hide things is a major plus!  Buy baskets to put your magazine way, and bins and filing units for other papers to decrease the clutter and free some space in your home.  Bookcases, shelves, and centerpieces can also be a great way to save on space and minimize clutter.

Add Height
3.  You always want to draw attention upwards in a smaller space.  Having low ceilings can make an already small space feel smaller.  Adding height to the room gives the appearance of higher ceilings.  A good idea would be to incorporate standing floor lamps, tall plants, wall art, and higher drapes to your space.  These items will shift the attention upwards giving the appearance of an open space.

Tip:Shorter floor to ceiling ratios can be solved by painting the ceiling and the wall the same color, or by keep the wall white.

 

Use Functional and Modular Pieces
4. Buying modular or multi-functional sofa pieces is always the best way to go in a smaller space.  There are many furniture stores who specifically target apartment/condo sized living so that you can still buy luxurious, comfortable pieces that will fit into your space. Modular sofas like The 'Waterloo(pictured on the right) come in handy for getting them into a smaller spaces and helps increase the space in your home.  Wouldn’t it be great to have a sofa with a hideaway storage unit, or a modular piece that can be designed to meet the needs of your living room but can still be used later on if you decide to move to a larger place?

Use Mirrors 
5. Use mirrors – Mirrors really brighten up a room, and are a great fashion piece for any wall.  The bonus of doing this is the reflection of the mirrors gives the illusion of a bigger space.  Mirrors come in many different options and styles ranging from a clutter of smaller mirrors to one big mirror in a large hallway, entrance of your home, or over a sofa.  So not only can you create a decorative piece, but make your room feel bigger at the same time.

Always Remember Less Is More! 

Comment + share your thoughts

WINTER SAVINGS: UNWRAP 20 DAYS OF AMAZING DEALS!

READY FOR 20 DAYS OF AMAZING DEALS?? 

WE'VE PAIRED THE LOVE OF DEALS

WITH THE EXCITEMENT OF AN ADVENT CALENDER!!

A NEW DEAL EVERYDAY!! UP TO 60% OFF. STARTING MONDAY DEC 5TH TO DEC 24TH, 2011