Taking a break from the Christmas decor, I wanted to post today about these chic small spaces and how much easier it is to make small compact spaces comfortable and chic, compared to big open spaces. Contrary to popular belief, over sized furniture in small spaces make them look bigger as long as you opt for rounded edges. Covering the walls in fabric or natural texture wallpaper like sea grass or grass cloth makes the room feel swaddled. Big art work or mirrors bring excitement and reflection to small spaces. Sconces, sconces sconces, I love sconces small, big, shiny or matte, they bring functionality but also interest and add an extra layer of fun. 
The banquette enclosed between these two columns gives a cacoonish feeling to this space. I love how they kept the furniture low.
Again in this room, the walls are covered in seagrass wallpaper. The desk that is kept light and skinny and the Bibendum chairs by Eileen Gray keep the space open.
The Guest room designed by Thomas O’Brien for Hearts Designer Visions this year was a very suitable small space with great scaled furniture. Thin but tall canopy bed bring your eyes up letting you appreciate the beautiful fabric on the walls.
2nd by Antoine Bootz last via High End Weekly.
Teresa at Splendid Sass
Beautiful, Julie.
Love the rug in the second image!
Teresa
xoxo
Sarah Klassen
I adore the second space you have featured—well chosen items, to say the least!
I hope that you are having a wonderful week so far 🙂
x
Sarah
p.s the Christmas break is nice…
Claire
Oh Gosh this is perfection!
Karena
Julie,
Isn't it amazing what can be done to make a small space gorgeous!!
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xoxo
Karena
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Magnolia Tree
Beautiful as always. I love the softness of the first room and fresh flowers always make a space. Have a great day.
M
Splendid Willow
You are spot on as always!
That b/w botanical is pretty lovely too!
Hugs
Mon
Anonymous
Holiday greetings!
Wonderfully put together post! I am absolutely obsessed with the seating area in the top space, particularly the round mirror. Do you have ANY idea where that mirror is from? It may seem easy to find round mirrors, but apparently not for me! Any help, greatly appreciated.
Happy holidays to you and to all your readers
Jen