July 21, 2026

Improving living space

NPR -  Interior designers have shared some creative strategies with Life Kit to help you develop the illusion of space — perfect for renters and those with a small budget.

🛋️ Free up your floor space by finding multipurpose furniture. For example, instead of having a table, a bench and a coat rack, look for a piece that can do all three.
🛋️ Leave 18 to 24 inches of walking space behind your couch, side table, or armchairs to create an illusion of depth.
🛋️ Hang your curtains slightly higher and wider than the window frame to make your room look taller and wider.


For additional guidance on how to make your small space feel bigger, listen to this episode of NPR's Life Kit. Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more. 

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