London is a global hub filled with vibrant social scenes, home to great music and creative people, as well as the base for many big tech firms. Living here provides you with a plethora of opportunities to grow and thrive in your respected industry. Socially, there are events taking place daily.
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On the other hand, it is common knowledge that living in London is expensive and the space available in apartments is minimal. Those looking to move into a bigger apartment will face the difficulty of finding somewhere with space and within their budget.
Luckily, there are some great, and innovative, ways that you can save space in your London accommodation. Here are just a few ways in which you can best manage your space in London.
Invest In Self Storage
Another way to help save space in your London accommodation is investing in self-storage. With your storage unit, you can store any of the household items that you do not use daily but can access if and when needed.
A simple search of self-storage London and you will certainly find a company that can offer you storage services. Some offer various size storage units, as well as the length of time you can hold your stuff. Since the prices vary, it is worth considering especially if you are slowly running out of space in your home.
Update Your Furniture
Whether you have an oversized sofa or bed that is larger than it needs to be, large pieces of furniture use valuable space within your home, making it look cluttered. Consider investing in smaller pieces of furniture and only purchasing the furniture that you need. It helps to save space, whilst creating a comfortable environment.
Another way to maximise space in your home is through multifunctional furniture. One of the most versatile pieces of furniture that can be used in either the living room or bedroom is an ottoman. Available in a variety of styles, it can perform a range of functions. Ottomans can work as additional seating when guests come over, or a coffee table to told drinks and snacks. It is a great option if you wanted to store blankets, board games or other items so they are out of sight.
Consider Decluttering
It is very easy to accumulate plenty of items over the years. Without even realising your home is filled with various pieces that reflect a particular period of your life.
Take the time to go through your book collection, putting aside any books you have not read for a while that could go to another home. The same can be done with items of clothing that have not been worn for years or no longer fit. This process takes very little effort, but it reaps the biggest rewards – space in your small accommodation.
Maximise Your Walls
A unique way to help declutter your home is using your walls to add shelves. In addition to adding space to your home, you can decorate them to look more like creative features in your home. For example, you can include decorative boxes that store your batteries.
Adding shelves in your home can extend further than just the living room. Shelves in the kitchen are becoming a popular way to store (and display) coffee mugs, spices and cookbooks. Another popular trend in kitchen interiors is hanging pots and pans. For those living in London, not only does this mean you have a stylish kitchen, but it frees up space in your kitchen to store other things. The list of ways to style shelves is endless, with some sharing advice on how to make shelves work in corner spaces. This just further utilises all the space available in your home.
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