Lofts are well-known for their modern style and their industrial look; but what really sets them apart from other living spaces is their lack of space. Even though most have an open floor plan, it can be hard to make it a livable space without crowding it with furniture and decorations. The key to loft living is to keep everything minimal.
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To maximize space in your loft, there are two main things to take into consideration. First, you should focus on your furniture and decor. You only have so much space to work with, so it is important not to let it clutter. When you get caught up in decorating, you lose a lot of functional space. Second, you should consider stairs to maximize your loft space. It might seem like something that would take up too much space, but they can also be very functional and actually add space to you loft.
Furniture and Decor
Furniture should be multi-functional. Sofa beds are huge space-savers and still give you that modern, minimal look. To add to that, an ottoman can function as your coffee table and store your bedding as well. There are certain pieces of furniture that are a necessity to have, so you can’t forego some furniture. But to make it functional is important to save yourself space.
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When it comes to decor, it will seem counter intuitive, but think big. Instead of having little trinkets and decorations to fill in space, go for bigger accent pieces that will stand out and make the loft open up. A few bold pieces will really complete the look and feel of the space without taking over and making you feel cramped. There are many ways to decorate without overwhelming.
Stairs
Believe it or not, stairs are a wonderful addition to lofts. They can function in unique and stylish ways that will give you more space and add to the lifestyle of loft living. For instance, a metal spiral staircase will fit in with an eclectic industrial loft and make the entire space seem bigger. If money and design allow, you could even add a loft space above a kitchen or living area with a simple staircase leading up to the level increasing the livable space.
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In a studio loft, you might not have as much room to work with, so stairs might not work as a functional unit, but you can easily find great ideas on how to use stairs as a shelf or decorative piece. In a loft, creativity creates space, and space creates more room to live. Depending on the style and features of your loft, stairs can add to the.
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Loft living is always fun and a unique experience, but decorating can sometimes be challenging. When decorating and designing the layout of your loft space, you have to throw out every impulse to decorate in a traditional manner. To make a loft livable and comfortable, it is important to have ideas in mind and know how much space you have to work with so you aren’t overwhelmed. Thus, instead of planning and filling “rooms,” think of decorating “spaces.” Think minimally, look for functionality, and do not forget that less is more, but bigger is better.
To maximize space in your loft, there are two main things to take into consideration. First, you should focus on your furniture and decor. You only have so much space to work with, so it is important not to let it clutter. When you get caught up in decorating, you lose a lot of functional space. Second, you should consider stairs to maximize your loft space. It might seem like something that would take up too much space, but they can also be very functional and actually add space to you loft.
Furniture and Decor
Furniture should be multi-functional. Sofa beds are huge space-savers and still give you that modern, minimal look. To add to that, an ottoman can function as your coffee table and store your bedding as well. There are certain pieces of furniture that are a necessity to have, so you can’t forego some furniture. But to make it functional is important to save yourself space.
When it comes to decor, it will seem counter intuitive, but think big. Instead of having little trinkets and decorations to fill in space, go for bigger accent pieces that will stand out and make the loft open up. A few bold pieces will really complete the look and feel of the space without taking over and making you feel cramped. There are many ways to decorate without overwhelming.
Stairs
Believe it or not, stairs are a wonderful addition to lofts. They can function in unique and stylish ways that will give you more space and add to the lifestyle of loft living. For instance, a metal spiral staircase will fit in with an eclectic industrial loft and make the entire space seem bigger. If money and design allow, you could even add a loft space above a kitchen or living area with a simple staircase leading up to the level increasing the livable space.
In a studio loft, you might not have as much room to work with, so stairs might not work as a functional unit, but you can easily find great ideas on how to use stairs as a shelf or decorative piece. In a loft, creativity creates space, and space creates more room to live. Depending on the style and features of your loft, stairs can add to the.
Loft living is always fun and a unique experience, but decorating can sometimes be challenging. When decorating and designing the layout of your loft space, you have to throw out every impulse to decorate in a traditional manner. To make a loft livable and comfortable, it is important to have ideas in mind and know how much space you have to work with so you aren’t overwhelmed. Thus, instead of planning and filling “rooms,” think of decorating “spaces.” Think minimally, look for functionality, and do not forget that less is more, but bigger is better.