What awkward spots do you have in your home? I’ve got a few – including under the stairs (currently used as a place to gather dust and odd socks), the upstairs landing, and many, MANY corners. Considering a standard room has four of them, I think these angular spaces are the most under-utilised space in the home – and the funny thing is, there’s an amazing amount you can do to make better use of them! Curious to find out how you can turn a dark, disused corner into an area of outstanding natural beauty, or better still, highly practical? Here are eleven ideas:
1. (above): home to a plant! Ever dreamed of having more plants in your home but can’t figure out where they’d go? Pick a corner…. any corner, as long as it has some natural light.
2. Table and chairs: always wanted your own creative corner? Or perhaps that extra table away from a more formal dining room. Add a small square or round table for a practical way to make more out of a disused corner.
3. Art: Nothing adds interest and personality to a home quite like art – and it’s perfect for brightening up dull corners. Go single or make a statement with a gallery wall.
4. The corner office: If you’ve always wanted THAT corner office – it’s time to promote yourself at home! Plus, desks that hug a corner make maximum use of desk space too!
5. Shelves: when you’re tight on space, squeezing in some extra shelving in the corner can make a world of difference and offer a perfect home for books and other bits and bobs.
6. A reading corner: with everyone spending more time at home right now, it can sometimes feel hard to carve out a little spot to call your own. Why not gather your favourite books (or creative pieces), add a reading lamp, chair and something fluffy and you’re good to go!
7. Storage: never underestimate the power of a corner cupboard for extra storage!
8. Heat things up: more of an investment this one, but if you’ve ever dreamed of having a wood burning stove but never sure where to put it – how about that cold, dark corner in the kitchen / sitting room / hallway….
9. Make it musical! Corners make a great place for a record collection, musical instruments or music listening devices.
10. A space for reflection: Banish dark corners by adding a mirror. Not only will it brighten up the room, it’ll also make it feel larger – and it’s practical too!
11. None of the above excite you? You can never fail with a castle!
Writing this post has made me want to rush home and start filling the corners with pretty things, how about you?
What awkward spots do you have in your home? I’ve got a few – including under the stairs (currently used as a place to gather dust and odd socks), the upstairs landing, and many, MANY corners. Considering a standard room has four of them, I think these angular spaces are the most under-utilised space in the home – and the funny thing is, there’s an amazing amount you can do to make better use of them! Curious to find out how you can turn a dark, disused corner into an area of outstanding natural beauty, or better still, highly practical? Here are eleven ideas:
1. (above): home to a plant! Ever dreamed of having more plants in your home but can’t figure out where they’d go? Pick a corner…. any corner, as long as it has some natural light.
2. Table and chairs: always wanted your own creative corner? Or perhaps that extra table away from a more formal dining room. Add a small square or round table for a practical way to make more out of a disused corner.
3. Art: Nothing adds interest and personality to a home quite like art – and it’s perfect for brightening up dull corners. Go single or make a statement with a gallery wall.
4. The corner office: If you’ve always wanted THAT corner office – it’s time to promote yourself at home! Plus, desks that hug a corner make maximum use of desk space too!
5. Shelves: when you’re tight on space, squeezing in some extra shelving in the corner can make a world of difference and offer a perfect home for books and other bits and bobs.
6. A reading corner: with everyone spending more time at home right now, it can sometimes feel hard to carve out a little spot to call your own. Why not gather your favourite books (or creative pieces), add a reading lamp, chair and something fluffy and you’re good to go!
7. Storage: never underestimate the power of a corner cupboard for extra storage!
8. Heat things up: more of an investment this one, but if you’ve ever dreamed of having a wood burning stove but never sure where to put it – how about that cold, dark corner in the kitchen / sitting room / hallway….
9. Make it musical! Corners make a great place for a record collection, musical instruments or music listening devices.
10. A space for reflection: Banish dark corners by adding a mirror. Not only will it brighten up the room, it’ll also make it feel larger – and it’s practical too!
11. None of the above excite you? You can never fail with a castle!
Writing this post has made me want to rush home and start filling the corners with pretty things, how about you?