Inspired Idea: Clear-ify Your Space
Nowadays, it's all about downsizing. Many of you may soon be heading to a dorm room (comparable to the size of a shoebox) or moving into your first, lets just say "petite," apartment... Regardless of your homeward destination, I think we can all agree on the importance of breathing room. When space is limited it's time to get creative! So, how does one take an inch and make it a mile? The answer is clear.
One of my favorite tricks of the trade is to incorporate clear acrylic or glass furniture or accents (Plexiglas and Lucite are also nice "clear" materials). Just one see-through piece can entirely reshape a room by giving it a more spacious and less cluttered feel. I love classic pieces crafted in clear materials because they maintain a sophisticated look while giving the traditional shape a cheeky and modern spin. (Note: Be forewarned... Clear accents can be dangerous for unwary guests, so please refer to my CFW* precaution at the foot of this post.)
Have a small space? Consider clear your new BFF. If your room is particularly tight, swap out that big black desk chair for an acrylic alternative. Or, if you're living room is just a bit too cozy, incorporate a clear coffee table or footstool (your pretty rug will thank you for the extra press).
Transparent pieces are not limited to tiny spaces though... Clear furniture is perfect for balancing out rooms that are very ornate or heavy with wood or bold colors. The weightless feel of acrylic and glass furniture allows you the practicality of storage and use as well as the beauty of a sleek, seemingly uncluttered room.
If the see-through thing is just way too space age for you, try flirting with smaller room accessories like lamps, trays (see photo on left) and vases. Even slighter scaled items make a clear difference.
What do you think about clear furniture? Are you inspired?
P.S. If you have clear accents in your home or dorm room upload and submit a photo to your LaurenConrad.com profile page and share the link in the comments below. I will share my favorite personal photos in a Member Spotlight post. Click here to learn how to upload and submit photos.
*CFW (Clear Furniture Warning): Many, if not most, unsuspecting guests might not spot that clear chair or stool amidst your beautifully decorated home. For the sake of safety and to avoid inevitable embarrassment, accessorize the clear item with something (i.e., book, throw, vase etc.). Let's just say, I know someone who has fallen victim to an "invisible" chair after a girl's night out... We're still uncertain as to where to place blame. Some say the chair possessed Cheshire Cat-like abilities, while others–such as myself–believe it was due to this friend's martini-impaired vision. The verdict is still out.
Photos: house&home, referans, decorpad
43 comments
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I have a glass vanity and I love it. Clear furniture can do amazing things to a room :)
xo Azu
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Great ideas, thank you! My place isn't horribly small - but anything helps to make a room feel bigger!
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Amazing tips! especially for small rooms like mine !
check out my blog? I'll follow back :)
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i love transparent tables! i recently bought one for my bedroom and my tv sits on it. it really does make my room feel less cluttered
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I just love transparent furniture, one of my favourite pieces is in fact pictured in the first image. The transparent 'Kartell Ghost Chair'. A stunning piece and true to its name :) Thanks for the post Lauren, it's lovely to see how this chair and other transparent or glass like products are placed in the home :) xx
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Here are my clear accents in my house:)
http://www.laurenconrad.com/photo/view/27274/1481/8870/1
http://www.laurenconrad.com/photo/view/27274/1481/8871/1
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offc ourse all the clean @ brightest idea r so inspiring,who doesnt want that.i love it much ha...
the single sofa with a lovely @ soft capet or furry.so pretty.thanks for always sharing ur idaeas in my address.love everything u had in mind... ";)
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This is awesome because I have all clear tables in my living room and one in the dining room. If I can get my computer at home to cooperate with me then I will upload my photos!!:) Thanks Lauren!
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I love the idea and the pictures are beautiful:) If u have time u should try and check out this homepage. Its a Dansih designer and I just love her style. Theres a lot of fun stuff in her catalogue
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This is a great idea! I never thought of clear funiture or decor making a room look more spacious! I just moved into a new place and this can be something to try. I love the first and last picture! Thanks Lauren
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http://www.laurenconrad.com/photo/view/31488/1907/8504/1
Re-did this whole room this summer :) I was so excited when i saw this post cause I just picked up that glass table at ikea a few weeks ago! The room still needs a lot of work! Maybe a post about what to do dress up blank walls? (like that space above my dresser)
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Lauren, this is genius. I love the idea of clear furniture to make your space look more open. As I live in an apartment with my boyfriend, this post is perfect for me. I especially love the second picture down. Too cute!
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I am going into interior designing... and i love the idea of clear furniture !! some designing ideas to make your room unique are Stencils. i just moved and stenciled my bedroom in a damask style! looks amazing !
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I love the idea. I have a small bedroom, however, I don't have any clear tables etc. I however have opted for some acrylic jewelery draws and some small acrylic storage draws to hold some of my bits and bobs.
I also love to have veises in my bedroom with peonies or roses. x
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I soo want those golden decoration hanging on the wall and that golden lamp for my dorm room :)
one more idea for creating a big space is Mirrors they can create an illusion of a big and wide room too :)
xo KA
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I really love that last picture.... Actually, I love all of the pictures and would love to live inside them haha.
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Cool post! I never see clear chairs or anything in stores though. And being broke doesnt help :(
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