{"id":11012,"date":"2024-08-21T17:12:14","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T21:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=11012"},"modified":"2024-08-21T17:12:17","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T21:12:17","slug":"small-space-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/city-guides\/nyc\/moving-guide\/small-space-hacks\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Make Space in Your Small New York Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you wondering how to maximize space in your small NYC apartment? If your one-bedroom apartment once seemed spacious but is now bursting at the seams, know that you are not alone. New Yorkers outgrow their modest living quarters every single day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s pretty typical to run out of space as you grow older and your life situation changes no matter where you live, but in a city like New York where tiny apartments are the norm, running short on space is almost guaranteed. Perhaps you\u2019re now married, so you have another person and belongings to fit into that 500 square foot apartment. Or possibly, you need to make room for your second baby in your small space<\/a> since the second bedroom isn\u2019t cutting it for your toddler and the newborn. Maybe upgrading to a larger apartment isn\u2019t in your budget, but you\u2019re not ready to say goodbye to living in NYC<\/a> yet either. Luckily, there are many space saving ideas for small apartments. Here are some tips for living in a small space to make your tiny New York digs look and feel bigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sell or Donate Your Old Things<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are plenty of great space saving tips for apartments but first things first \u2013 if you haven\u2019t used or worn something in two years (if you want to be ultra-aggressive with your edit, then go with one year), trash it, or better yet, donate it. Not only could you score a tax deduction, but also, you\u2019ll be surprised at the amount of space a good purge creates. You might find an extra drawer or section of your (probably) tiny closet, ideal for storing those items lurking in the corner of your living room. And above all, you\u2019ll feel proud that you\u2019ve started making space in your too-small apartment without spending any cash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Declutter Your Space and Focus on Vertical Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re out of floor space, go up. Install shelves where you can, and use wall space for hanging pots and pans, a bicycle, and most anything that will fit on a hook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use a Room Divider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the best small NYC apartment ideas to create the illusion of more space is to add a room divider \u2013 ideal for storing books and keepsakes \u2013 so one side of the living space could be an office, dining room, or sitting area. There\u2019s also the possibility of putting up a temporary wall or non-load-bearing wall to create another room. More on that next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Install a Temporary Wall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If it\u2019s permitted in your building, constructing a temporary wall could give you the additional space you need. Take that extra bedroom and turn it into two bedrooms. A baby doesn\u2019t need all that much space, and you can remove the wall in a few years after the baby has grown into a toddler. Adding a wall could give you that nook you need and solve your small space living issues altogether. Just be sure to check with your landlord before you install or build any wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in Multipurpose & Storage Furniture.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A storage ottoman does wonders for keeping clutter at bay, as does a trunk, which can double as a cocktail table or bench at the foot of the bed. Purchase pieces that can store and act as seating or surfaces, as well as complement your design aesthetic. Add space saving multi-purpose furniture<\/a> to every room to maximize storage options in your small space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make your NYC Apartment Feel Bigger by Keeping Things Light<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re still wondering how to maximize space in a small apartment, try making things light. As silly as it might sound, good light can make a small New York apartment appear larger than it is. Keep the natural light flowing and don\u2019t use heavy curtains. Keep the walls and furnishings lighter and avoid dark colors. Your apartment could take on the illusion of being larger than it is because square footage doesn\u2019t dictate the efficiency of any space, even a small one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Update Your Floor Plan with a More Spacious Layout<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While moving furniture tends to be more involved than editing, sometimes a refresh and changing things up can make your space feel larger than it seems in its current layout. Play with rearranging your room on graph paper before you hire any helpers to lift the heavy objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rent a New York City Storage Unit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And when you\u2019ve exhausted every space saving idea for small apartments, but you still need to make room, you might try renting a storage unit. Pull out your seasonal items and keep them in a place outside your small New York apartment, then rotate your items when the weather changes. You can find New York City self-storage<\/a> facilities here. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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