Our Best Small Space Decorating Tricks You Should Steal

Whether you're embracing extra space in your attic or basement, low ceilings and awkward window heights can be a challenge. Designer Amie Corley created an inviting sitting area in her office for clients and friends alike.

Match the Sofa to the Walls
In the sitting area where Corley meets with clients, a Lee Industries sofa coordinates with the walls. It's upholstered in a Pierre Frey velvet of a similar blue. "Blending big pieces like a sofa into the wall color creates an almost negative space, letting your eyes rest and enabling you to add contrast or pattern elsewhere," she says.

Keep the Furniture Sleek
"I chose small-scale pieces so as not to bulk up the space too much—a sofa with tight-track arms, slipper chairs, and brass dining chairs that are smaller than most," she says. And don't even bother with spindly coffee tables. In multipurpose rooms like this, a sturdy table will often be converted into an extra work surface or an impromptu spot to sit.