Page 12 August 27, 2015 TORRANCE TRIBUNE How to Live Large in a Small Space (BPT) - As we seek to simplify our lives, the desire for small-space living - even oneroom living - seems more attractive than ever. But whether you’re ready to join the tiny house movement or just want to get the most out of a compact space in your home, there are easy things you can do to make a small space look, feel and function like a larger one. “There’s no need to sacrifice great design if you live in a small space. A few simple changes are all you need to make it feel bigger, more beautiful and a reflection of your personality,” says Jackie Jordan, director of color marketing, Sherwin-Williams. Look overhead and underfoot Consider using every conceivable space to please the eye -even the ceiling. “I love the idea of reflecting the shape of your dining room table with a bold accent color on the ceiling above it,” says Jordan. Another idea: define a space at the floor level with an area rug beneath a couch and side table. Multitasking solutions If you’re always multitasking, your furniture can do the same. Place an ottoman with a hidden storage compartment or flip-top serving tray beside a comfy chair. Move a twin bed next to the wall and add big patterned pillows to create seating space by day, and sleeping space by night. The pillows can also provide extra floor seating for entertaining. The answer is written on the wall Walls can also be multifunctional. Sketch Pad, a clear gloss coating, can turn any surface into a dry erase board, and goes over any paint color. Instead of cluttering up the walls with bulletin boards, write directly on the wall by a computer desk, or scribble messages and doodles in the kitchen. Simply wipe it clean with a dry eraser. Have lofty ambitions Consider creating a sleeping loft. It’s not only cozy, but leaves extra living space below. A Murphy bed that folds up discretely into the wall is another space saver. Find a focal point It can make a space feel larger. Try painting a corner, such as a reading nook, in a bright, bold color for a mini-room effect. Or paint a piece of furniture or picture frame and elevate it to something special. Get creative with cabinetry Take advantage of cabinetry with built-in storage features, from pullout racks that create added pantry space, to bathroom cabinets equipped with laundry hampers, hairdryer hooks and bins for grooming items. Expect the unexpected Instead of painting the outside of your front door to make a bold statement, paint the inside of the door with a pop of color, such as bright yellow Cheerful or magenta Juneberry. • Follow Us on Twitter @heraldpub • Sat 2-4pm 315 Center St. 2 /1, kitchen upgrades, hardwood floors $775,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 • Sun 2-4pm 601 Lomita St. 4/3, entertainer’s home, city & mntn views $1,929,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 • Sun 2-4pm 754 Hillcrest 4/3, ocean views, nice kitchen $1,499,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 • Sun 2-4pm 526 Sierra Pl #16 2 mstrs/2.5, Park View Villas 2-car grg $699,000 John Skulick 310-350-4240 Shorewood Reators Rose VanHook 310-350-5920 Open house in Hermosa Beach • Private Showings 1009, 1011 7th St. Rare duplex, each unit 1 /1, remodeled $1,395,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 Roger Hart 310-781-2000 BRE# 00625505 Open house in El Segundo 2420 W. Carson St. #120 Torrance, CA 90501 30546 SANTA LUNA DRIVE, RANCHO PALOS VERDES 90275 Large well-cared for family home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desired Mira Catalina area. This one level home has over 2,460 SF of living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a peek-a-boo ocean view of Catalina. House sits on a huge 10,000+ SF usable flat lot boasting miscellaneous fruit trees including avocado and apple. The interior of the home is original and has much potential. Roof is approximately 5 years old and dualpane windows are approximately 5 years old with exception of the family room. Great location in the desirable PVP Unified School District. Just a short drive to the renowned Terranea Listed at $1,179,000 Resort and Trump National Golf Course. OPEN SAT. 1-4pm & SUN. 2-5pm Open house in Rancho Palos Verdes • Sat 1-4pm 30546 Santa Luna D r. 3/2, peek-a-boo view of C atalina $1,179,000 Roger Hart Forecast Realty 310-781-2000 • Sun 2-5pm 30546 Santa Luna D r. 3/2, peek-a-boo view of C atalina $1,179,000 Roger Hart Forecast Realty 310-781-2000 • Sun 2-4pm 28356 Pontevedra D r. 4/2, quiet neighborhood, views! $779,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 Open house in West Los Angeles • Sat 2-4pm 1729 A mherst A ve. 3/2, family home, wonderful location! $1,249,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374
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