11 Stylish Space-Saving Ideas You’ll Want to Try at Home

In a world where living space is becoming increasingly expensive and coveted, creative solutions for stylish space-saving ideas in small apartments are more in demand than ever. Whether we are talking about dorm rooms, small apartments, or cozy mini-lofts, efficiently using limited space can make the difference between a chaotic home and an inviting one. The good news is that there are a number of ingenious tips and tricks that can help you make the most of every square inch of space, stylishly.

Multifunctional furniture, in particular, can be especially helpful. Beds with integrated storage or dining tables that can be folded up and stored when they aren’t being used are practical, and often attractive, solutions. You’ll also want to think vertically—installing shelves up to your ceiling will allow you to use space that might otherwise be wasted. Furniture choices, however, are just the start. Here are 11 of AD Germany’s top tips that combine style and functionality.

1. Don’t leave corners unused

This bathroom fits perfectly into the unusual floor plan of a small apartment in Paris. Glass mosaic tiles from Bisazza were used right down to the last corner and they pair perfectly with the JK21 brushed aluminum faucet from Zazzeri and other details in black.

Photo: Christophe Coënon

In old buildings and ones that have grown organically—that is buildings that have been gradually converted and adapted over time and where apartments may have been combined while previously unused spaces like attics have been converted into living areas—you’ll often find sloping corners and odd angles. But if you don’t have much space available, don’t let the challenge put you off. With some smart planning, even these areas can be turned into usable and stylish space. The bathroom above is in a compact 431-square-foot attic apartment in Paris. Its designer managed to tuck a vanity unit and a full-sized round washbasin into an awkward corner. Mirrors are mounted above it, following the angles of the wall, giving the bathroom a luxurious hotel flair while also making the tiny room appear larger than it is. The small mosaic tiles are especially suited to small bathrooms and here they are used for every last corner of the shower floor which doesn’t have any right angles.

2. Find room for built-in wardrobes and cabinets

The entryway is an ideal place to add storage space in small apartments. The front door can be screened off from the rest of the room by a cupboard, like the one here from Reform, creating privacy as well as space for jackets and shoes, as well as bed linens, mops and brooms, an ironing board, and other household items. Then the rest of the apartment can look perfectly tidy.

Photo: Reform