Tips For Living In A Carriage Home

In North America many people subscribe to the notion that bigger is better when it comes to the size of a home, but in reality a small living space can force you to prevent clutter and find unique ways to increase storage and organization. The small home movement is becoming increasingly popular, and a number of people are opting to buy carriage homes or laneway homes that may not boast ample square footage, but do have a garage for extra storage space. Use the following tips to maximize your space when you live in a carriage or laneway home (such as those provided by Trafalgar Homes Ltd recreational homes):     

Utilize the Garage

When you live in a carriage or laneway home, utilizing the storage space in the garage is an absolute must. Depending on whether you have a one car or two car garage, it is in your best interest to build storage shelves on each side. You can use your garage to store seasonal items and decorations, off-season clothes, and any other items that you don't use on a regular basis. 

Use Vertical Space

Carriage and laneway homes may be small, but utilizing vertical space can make them feel a lot bigger and provide a lot of storage space. Build shelves to store things, and take advantage of customizing closets with extra shelves during the design process of your home. 

Buy Furniture That is in Scale

Many carriage or laneway homes are only several hundred feet in size, so it is important to buy furniture that fits the space. A huge entertainment center and sectional couch most likely won't fit well in a small living room, so look for love seats or small sofas that are comfortable while still fitting into your living room space. If you enjoy having a large television, mount it on the wall to save space instead of buying a large TV stand.

Stay on Top of Organization

Due to its small size, a carriage home can become cluttered quickly. When living in a tiny house, you have to think about alternative storage spaces, such as under beds. There are a number of plastic storage containers with wheels that fit very well under beds. Using these containers can help you keep your carriage home looking great while getting rid of clutter around the house.  

Don't Be Afraid to Store Things Outside

A storage shed can be a great resource for any person or family living in a laneway or carriage home. Having a shed provides a lot of extra storage, while also giving the adults of the house the space to work on home improvements.