Living in Mumbai is not easy; it is all about the challenge of fitting our entire lives into tiny, little places like a studio apartment or a one-BHK (Bedroom, hall and kitchen). But we have come to accept this and for most, this is now an unimportant aspect of the fast-paced life we all lead here.

We have learned to live in small spaces. There are ample interior design ideas that can help make a small place look larger and more spacious. There is a lot you can do to your small home with just a little imagination and a good-eye! Read on to find out more...

Use colour
Be brave with the use of colour in your home. Of course, neutrals are safe, but are they exciting? A small space can brighten up with bursts of colour and also, make your home look interesting.

Add accents
Highlighting a particular area or using a bright accent in a corner can make your small room look very interesting.

Mementos are more than just knickknacks — they also reveal a lot about your personality and remind you of not just your family and friends but also of the good times you have had with them.

Blend well
Disparate pieces of furniture around a small home can make it look cramped and unhappy. All pieces should look harmonious, even though they may not belong to the same family or genre of furniture.

Reveal it all
If a home is small it is a very good idea to keep those areas open where you do not really need privacy. For example the kitchen or the dining area is the place that can be incorporated into the living room itself so that it looks much larger.

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