69 www.womanthismonth.com March 2014 Risk of showers Opt for bathroom storage. You might think this might take space. However, you need to remember creating an illusion of space is what we need to prioritise. Find an armoire which can hold extra towels, cleaning gear and toiletries. It clears the confusion that scattered items can create in a small area. Trick cupboards and sink skirts are great too! Look up Wall space is your best friend. Go to great heights with floor-to-ceiling shelves and cabinets. The space above bookcases can be put to good use. A good designer can help you turn impossibly narrow alcoves into functional areas with overhead storage, especially when it comes to small bathrooms and kitchens. 6.Hole in the wall A wall unit is a quick fix solution as it acts as a media centre, bookshelf and display case. If you have a built-in cupboard anywhere in the house, feel blessed. The same rule applies though. No doors! Open cabinets give the illusion of space. This is where pretty crockery and utensils gain significance. You can even build shelves around the house. 7.Old is gold Your granny’s biscuit tins and vintage trunks are sneaky ways to double your storage space. They make great display items and teapoys, depending on its size. Polish and paint jobs are simple ways to give new life to antiques. Step by step Much like the mystery cabinet under the bed, the space under a stairway ought to be treasured. If it is wide enough and you’re feeling creative, turn into a mini play area for the kids or a study for yourself. If that seems like a luxury, build a shelf with planks of wood and fetch wicker baskets of different sizes that will fit the space. 8. 9. 10. Oliver Bonas Oliver Bonas Next Roche Bobois Matteo Gerbi
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