11 Small-Space Design Ideas

Not enough wall space to showcase your art? No problem. Add picture nails or removable adhesive strips to the front of bookshelves to display treasured pieces.

Sometimes the answer to making a small space feel larger is by looking up. Consider adding skylights to dark and dated rooms to instantly make them feel more open and airy. Recessing the skylight into a custom-built wall, as seen here, will also make the room feel taller.

Maximize space in a small bedroom by installing pendant lighting above the nightstands. This frees up surface area for nighttime reads, and space to charge your phone, glasses or a nightcap.

No space for a workstation? No problem. Just swap the nightstand for a slim desk. Add a lamp and you've got everything you need, plus plenty of space for work or leisure surfing, just a few inches away.