Space-efficient home ideas for a home you'll love

Every day people are finding innovative ways to make the most of their homes. With more people starting to spend more time in their homes whether it's due to work or financial reasons, space has never been more important. As space has always been a concern among homeowners, this article will guide you through the best space-efficient ideas for you to implement in your home.

The top space-saving ideas you should know about

There are many ways to create space and bring in the illusion of a bigger room. As working from home seems to be here to stay, having a home office is something you may want to consider. This does not mean you will need a whole separate room. Having a slide-away or fold-up desk in the lounge or dining area will allow you to have that office environment you want while not taking up any unnecessary space.

Storage is one of the main contenders homeowners look at when purchasing a house. Floating shelves are adjustable and easy to install. These types of shelves will allow you to maximize your storage potential while saving on floor space. They also look great and give the home an added wall feature.

Use sliding cupboards where you can. The opening of cupboard doors and draws takes up more space than you might think. Switching to sliding shelves and cupboards in the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and anywhere else you can, will decrease the course space on the floor allowing a better flow.

The kitchen is probably the most used part of the house where storage is key. Hanging your cookware on wall-mounted storage or from the ceiling can add loads of space for you to use and if you have some beautiful cookware, it should be on display anyway.

The bathroom is probably the second most used space in a home. In order to create a bigger-looking bathroom, use the floor tiles throughout the room and forgo the doors. Using a transparent glass slab to prevent water from splashing is the ideal way to create a luxurious look while saving space at the same time.

Take advantage of the height in your home. When you have a small space but are fortunate enough to have high ceilings, you could take advantage of that height by building a loft. A loft could be used for storage, an office, a seating area or even a spare bedroom. A loft is extremely versatile and very beneficial in studio apartments especially, as it allows you to create a separate sleeping area from where you would entertain guests. 

Planning is key to an effective space-saving design

Now that you have learned some great space-saving hacks, storage in a home is no longer your biggest concern when looking at properties. Fortunately, Futuredev Properties implements a space-efficient home design from the start for all of our developments. Efficient space planning comes with efficient architecture.

If you're looking for a full-title, freestanding cluster home in the most sought-after residential suburbs, a stone's throw away from Africa's richest square mile and largest business district and close to all major corporates; yet nestled by beautiful, picturesque greenery and nature, then Futuredev Properties has exactly what you're looking for.