Designers explain how to prevent an already cramped space from feeling even smaller. Avoid furniture that is uniformly small or overly large. Mix well-scaled anchor pieces with lighter elements to add ...

"When space is limited, every piece needs to earn its place" she explained. "Start with a pair of comfortable, compact chairs, whether dining or lounge, that work just as well for your morning coffee ...

My first apartment was so tiny I felt like I was living inside a baby's fist. It was cute, and I had minimal space to clean, but I was constantly dodging furniture and tripping over my own thoughts.