Home Tour: Lizzie Carney

Lizzie Carney, a stylist/designer for the import firm Euro Trash, dramatically transformed her 1,000-square-foot home by breaking the rules and making up her own. Dark walls and dramatic pieces of furniture mixed with vintage finds are what make this small home feel much larger than it really is.  Read on for some fabulous tips on how Lizzie made the most of every square inch of her home, leaving no room or area untouched. "If you love a piece of furniture, find a way to make it work," says Lizzie.  I couldn't agree more! What do you think of her fabulous home?! (Design tips and info via  Country Living: Decorating Ideas for a Small Space). {P.S. - read below for details on tomorrow's giveaway!}

LIVING ROOM

Old Rule: White walls are a must when square footage is limited.

New Rule: Dark colors create the illusion of depth in small rooms.

KITCHEN

Old Rule: Cramped quarters call for clean lines.  

New Rule: Ornate, embellished details give even the tightest spots a sense of grandeur.

 BASEMENT TURNED DINING ROOM + WINE CELLAR

 Old Rule: Hidden storage is key to keeping a tiny house tidy. 

New Rule: Don't waste space; kill two birds with one stone.

 MASTER BEDROOM

Old Rule: Small places require small furniture. 

New Rule: Bitsy is busy. Instead, opt for fewer, larger pieces. 

CLOSET HEAVEN

Old Rule: Have a guest room double as an office or den. 

New Rule: Turn the room into a single indulgence, like a walk-in closet.
ALL IMAGE CREDITS VIA COUNTRY LIVING

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P.S. Yesterday I mentioned that I'll be hosting some fun giveaways this week to celebrate the one-year anniversary of my online store! Get ready to enter the first giveaway tomorrow (Wednesday 10/20), which is worth $195!!! I'll be posting two more giveaways on Thursday and Friday as well, so you'll have three chances to win some exciting stuff! xoxo