People in flatshares never have quite enough space. Swinging a cat is out of the question. Life is a constant flow of intractable questions you’d rather not have to ask.
Does the ketchup really need to be in the fridge? Will my bike get nicked in the communal hallway or should I bring it inside? It’s tough. But with these genius space-saving tips, maybe you’ll find a little extra room to breathe.
1. Space Conscious Furniture
That’s right folks: you’re looking at four chairs and two desks slotting into a shelving unit. This kind of Scandinavian ergonomic bliss is really taking off as people are increasingly shoebox-bound. Slotting a thing into something else is one of the space-poor flatmate’s two best friends.
2. Matryoshka, Matryoshka, Matryoshka Ja Ja!
The second best friend of the space-deprived is anything that nests. Nesting is just when something slots perfectly into something else in a recurring way. Enjoy it when you need to, then just nest it all up when you need a little extra room!
3. Elevated Beds
Remember that space goes up as well as across. A cabin bed (or just an elevated bed) is a great way to make the most of your limited space, freeing up a whole level or space you weren’t using before. Plus sleeping off the floor will keep you protected from all the UK’s poisonous snakes…
4. Fold It Down, Fold It Down (Yes UK Massive)
Fold-out beds may remind us of a poor Moe Syzlak, but don’t let that tarnish the whole folding concept. This fold-out picnic table means you can eat together without compromising space with a space-devouring dining table!
5. Over-Hang
This is so simple, you’ll wonder why you never thought of it. Whack a raised shelf over your sink’s taps and you’ll instantly free up that premium space on the kitchen surfaces – so you can constantly have your toasty maker on display without it getting in the way!
