While a studio apartment seems like the perfect solution to affordable housing, it still has its largest downside -- a small living space. You may find yourself struggling to make the most out of your small space without making yourself feel closed in and overwhelmed by the lack of space.

Keep reading for tips on making your studio feel more spacious than it actually is.

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Get creative with the space you have 

In a studio apartment, you likely aren't going to have all the floor space you're going to want. That being said, there are different ways to get creative and maximize all the space within your studio apartment.

For example, if you have a larger closet that you aren't taking full advantage of, consider turning it into your very own workstation. This allows you to have everything you need to be productive at home and help establish different spaces or areas within your smaller studio when your bed isn't right by your workstation.

If you can't afford to have a couch, whether it be because of budget or space, choose a bedframe like a daybed so it's easy to use as a couch during the day or while having company over and as a bed when it's time to sleep.

Be bright 

In order to make your studio look more spacious, choose bright and light colors to decorate. Having a cohesive light or neutral color palette throughout your studio can establish connectivity and help your studio appear more spacious.

Choosing lighter neutrals to fill your space is going to be easier on the eye, making your studio less visually crowded.

Use mirrors as decor, whether it be a larger floor mirror or hanging mirrors on a bare wall or two. Mirrors create the illusion of a bigger space, making your studio look much bigger than it is. Mirrors will also help bounce light around your space, making your space even brighter.

Avoid clutter at all costs

Nothing makes a smaller space feel even smaller than clutter does. If you're moving into a studio from a larger living space, clutter may be unavoidable at first. You may find yourself struggling to store all your belongings that once fit in your living space when you have less space to deal with, from storage space to floor space.

Start with downsizing your belongings. Donate or sell things you no longer have the need for -- clothes, decor items, kitchenware, and so on. If you still like the items and find that they just don't fit in your new studio space, consider getting a storage unit if your budget allows. This option is more beneficial if you don't plan on staying in your studio long-term and only need a temporary solution to your storage woes.

Add storage where you can

Part of avoiding clutter is making sure you have somewhere to all your belongings. In a studio space, built-in storage is likely going to be hard to come by. An easy solution is adding in storage anywhere you can.

Choose a bed frame that has built-in storage with drawers, where you can keep your belongings out of sight and easy to grab. If your existing bed frame doesn't have built-in storage options, buy slim boxes or clothing bags that you can use to organize the extra space below your bed to store your belongings.

While you may not have all the floor space you want, you still have ample wall space you can use. Depending on your leasing agreement, consider installing shelves or a hangable storage unit to store things. If you are allowed to, mount your TV screen on the wall to have one less thing taking up floor space. If you can't mount your TV screen, make sure you have a TV stand that offers plenty of storage where you can stow away miscellaneous wires, video game consoles, and other knick-knacks.

Choose a coffee table that has built-in storage, making it easier to stow away things like coasters, books, remotes, chargers. Double up on making the most of a coffee table by choosing an ottoman that can open up and store things like extra blankets that would otherwise be sitting out as extra clutter. Not only do you get extra storage with your coffee table, but you get an extra seat or two in a pinch when you have company over.

Use the back of your doors for extra storage space. Hang up command hooks or an over-the-door organizational unit to store handbags, outerwear, or extra accessories.

When you are living in a studio apartment, you don't have to settle for constantly feeling caged in a small space with no room to feel comfortable. With these tips in mind, you can make your studio feel spacious and make the most out of your living space.