Living Room

As so many more of us adopt the practice of working from home, being able to use as much space as possible is essential for our health and wellbeing. Little wonder then, that those tiny box rooms, dark basements, and windowless attic rooms are being pressed into service, whether they’re being turned into office space, or we’re swapping rooms around. But particularly dark and dingy rooms, without a lot of natural daylight, don’t always inspire us to get in there and really make use the space.

With that in mind, we thought we’d pull together some of the best tips and tricks that we know designers use regularly to make the most of darker spaces, so you can make the most of every inch of your home. While some of our tips will involve getting the stepladder and some paint pots out, if that isn’t an option because you’re renting, we’ve got plenty of ideas that will help you to make those darker rooms more liveable.