Expert Advice: 10 Secrets for Living in a Small Space - Remodelista
When I recently interviewed artist and graphic designer Wendy Furman for the post Living Large in a Tiny House, Downsizing Edition, I was struck by how much thought she had given to her surroundings and her consideration of what it means to live with objects, particularly when the space is small. Photography by Mimi Giboin for Remodelista. Wendy removed the doors from the cupboards to create open shelving. Can you explain?Wendy Furman: Design should be a feast for your senses in a restrained way. A collection of green bowls offset by the collage propped against the wall. RM: Ideas for showcasing what you have?WF: Create a few sculptural elements in the space. Wendy turned her kitchen shelves into an installation of sorts by painting the frames white and the back wall a custom flat graphite gray, to contrast for the white dishes on display. Bark Cedar Flatware from Calvin Klein home. The line is discontinued but pieces are available online at Replacements. I looked at George Jensen and reissued Russel Wright patterns but none of it was perfect. A custom maple wardrobe. RM: Choice of materials?WF: Keep a simple palette, both with materials and color. I carry this over to the art on my walls. In a small house white makes everything look cleaner and larger, it’s optical. Once you’ve created a white backdrop allow the objects to fill the space. In need of some wardrobe wrangling?