Small but full of big ideas

Looking to maximise your space? Style expert for The Ideal Home Show, Karen Walker, shares her tips and tricks of the trade with SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

- SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

WHEN it comes to compact living areas, combining decorative pieces with practical considerations helps solve those pocket-sized decorating dilemmas.

Indeed, making the most out of a small home requires thoughtful planning and creative solutions, highlights Karen Walker, creative brand editor, Ideal Home Show.

Whether you're living in a cosy studio apartment or compact house, Karen says there are plenty of ways to maximise your space - and create a home that feels functional, stylish, and spacious.

Here's her expert insight on how to make the most of what you have...