Everyone has that empty corners or spaces in their home that they don’t quite know what to do with. Sometimes empty corners look just fine as they are, but the emptiness can become glaring and make the room’s décor look unbalanced.
Leave it bare and it looks like something's missing. Fill it with whatever spare furniture you have lying around, you would probably run the risk of a decorating disaster. In some cases, these tricky spaces require careful consideration to make the most out of them, transform it into practical or decorative feature.
If you feel uncomfortable with the blank spaces you have, here you have plenty of options for filling them without cluttering up your home. You’ll find some incredible ways to solve your aesthetic problem while making the area useful. With a little time and effort, you can transform it into a beautiful and useful space that enhances your home and making it come back to life.
Built in Cabinet
If you have empty corner like this, installing a long, low storage cabinet along the wall can be an efficient use of space. Installing cabinets or floating shelves can be a great way to transform an unused corner, and turn dead space into usable square footage. It won’t be just practical for storage; it also adds an extra display area for decorations without creating clutter. You can display design objects, pottery, books or any décor you like.
Chill Out Zone
You can create a cosy chill out zone from an awkward corner. An area that provides a perfect secluded spot for anyone who needs to have a breather, after a long day. This awkward corner has totally transformed into an inspiring and refreshing cosy corner with a living wall and comfy chairs.
Depending on the style of your space, choose a proper comfy chair or lounger with soft upholstery, add some pillows and blanket to make it more inviting. You can also put bookshelves around and a floor lamp to make it a reading space. Don’t forget to add some greenery to the space to give a fresh nature-inspired vibe. Comfy rugs, a side table to put a cup and a book are the last strokes for your cosy chill out space.
Home Office/ Study Area
Make use of dead space and set up a home office or study area. If you tend to work from home relatively often, you can really benefit from converting your extra space into a home office. You can then focus on your work without distractions, and all you need is a comfy chair and desk that fits into your nook. And hang shelves above for extra storage. If you have children, this could be a space where kids and teens can concentrate on their after-school projects with all the necessary tools and supplies at the ready.
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Kitchen Bar
If you have empty space between kitchen and living room, kitchen bar is the best choice to connect two rooms. Kitchen bar is functional where you can have extra spaces for meal preparation, quick meals and even hosting parties. You can also make it a bar that truly represents your favourite items in your home, such as liquor bar, coffee bar and snacks bar. These serve as another chat zone where you can host your guests with some liquor/coffee and snacks served.
Upstairs/Basement Living Room
To make the most use of second-floor space, create an open room or living space. It can be a family gathering spot, a second relaxation space, a space for family game night or movie night.
Having comfortable space right outside of the bedrooms encourages families and children to spend more time together. You can create this space with entertainment areas to eliminate the need for separate TVs in each bedroom, while also encourage your children to spend more time together outside their bedrooms.
When it comes to designing this space, since it's not a place guests frequently visit, you can get creative and experiment. You can make it a game zone or mini-theatre theme. Choose the right furniture and appliances to perfectly complement the structure of your second floor. If you want to make the space serve multiple uses for your family, include table and chairs which can serve as home office, study areas, or a place for your children to hang out with friends.
Playroom
If your children are young, turn the empty space into your kid’s playroom/play area. It will let you declutter the rest of your house and keep toys under control. It would be fun to design a playroom that you can go creative, and have your kids involve in the designing and decorating process to suit your children's interests and style.
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