A corner space is often overlooked when planning out home decor. As we accumulate different items in our homes, corners can become messy and unorganized, but if we look at corner spaces intentionally, we can really make good use of them! Check out these five clever ways you can turn cluttered corners into functional, beautiful spaces in your home.
1. Floating Shelves
That one corner, the one where there isn’t much space but it just looks bare. It creates kind of an “off” vibe in your living room, kitchen, or dining room. It isn’t perfect for much, but for floating shelves, yes please! In your living space you can add floating shelves in the corner to house picture frames, books, vases with greenery or flowers, and other small decorative items. In the kitchen or dining space, floating shelves can house a coffee mug collection, or decorative plates, bowls, or glassware. The key to floating shelves is to keep them clean and simple by spacing items out, not overcrowding, and sticking to a theme or color pattern.
2. A Corner Desk
Working from home has become commonplace, and it really boosts productivity to have a space dedicated to your work. If you’re sharing a workspace with a playroom, living room, or bedroom, a corner desk can be a great way to create multifunctionality and utilize all of the space available. A corner desk can also function for more than one person, by having desk space and drawers on either side of the corner. Decorate with floating shelves above to reduce clutter and keep valuables out of reach.
3. A Full Length Mirror
In a bedroom there are often small corners that end up wasting a lot of space. One genius way to use this space is to place a large, decorative, full length mirror on the floor in the corner. This serves functionally in a bedroom, or even in a large walk in closet, and also looks like it was meant to be there.
4. Command Center
An unused corner can be easily turned into a command center to reduce clutter in other areas of the home, and get your family organized! Transform a corner space by adding a small table, floating shelf, or mini desk. Add functional items like mail slots, a family calendar, whiteboard, corkboard, and a key holder. With a few tweaks, your unused corner may turn into the most functional area of your home!
5. Reading Nook
Whether it’s adults that are big readers in your home, kids, or both, converting an unused corner into a cozy, inviting spot to read a book can really get the pages turning! There are many unique ways to accomplish this, but a few key pieces will do the trick. A reading nook needs a comfortable place to sit, a place to store some reading materials, proper lighting, and a cozy vibe. For a child a cute rug, some textured floor cushions, and a small storage basket with some books, magazines, and a clip on reading light may do the trick. A more grown up feel might include a comfy swivel chair with some pillows and throws, and a small side table with a lamp, a candle, and a vase with your favorite floral arrangement.
If you’ve got a pesky corner in your home that’s been catching your eye (not in a good way), we hope you can find a way to transform it into a place in your home that is loved and used functionally!