You live in a small house and often experiencediscomfort from its small size? Try to fix the situation. Believe me, it is much easier to do this in a house than in an apartment. Our ideas will help you There are two ways to increase or at least save space in your home: external and internal. The first refers to the layout of the house itself and its components, the second - to the design and interior. To achieve the maximum result, you can use both. Owners of small houses often like to complete and rebuild them. This "folk hobby" can be turned to good if you want to increase or at least save space in your home. To do this, you need to use simple techniques. For example, add a terrace or veranda to the house. Additional space never hurts.If possible and the technical characteristics of the house allow, build an attic. You can arrange any room in it.Enlarge small window openings and install frame windows. The rooms will become much lighter, the windowsills will be wider and more comfortable.Take advantage of the space under the stairs. You can store literally everything there, from household appliances to furniture.Instead of swing doors, install sliding doors - the space savings are significant.Get rid of cage-like rooms. Zone the space with furniture or special partitions.Glass partitions perfectly zone the space, while leaving the entire area open.If you have a basement, move everything you don't use on a regular basis there.Make the most of your windowsill. For example, make it a place to relax.A bookcase will not only divide the room into zones, but will also accommodate your entire library.You can also save space by using “internal reserves”. It will take up very little space, and the ceilings will seem higher.Use furniture with additional functionality.Discover or hide a home office in a corner closet.Turn every step of the stairs into a storage compartment.Place the library around the doorway. You will get a bookcase with an exit to another room.The space by the window in the attic can be turned into a mini-room.Even animals can find a place without sacrificing space.For appliances, use kitchen cabinets or built-in storage units.Transformer furniture or a podium bed is the best solution for a small room.Install it instead of a regular one. It is convenient for bathing children, and adults can use it while sitting.