Quick Tip: Adding Storage Space To Your Kitchen

In an apartment kitchen space is a rare commodity. You are lucky if you have a pantry (surprisingly I do). This quick tip allows you to keep bigger items from cramping your already overflowing storage space. The plus: it acts as a decorative accent for your kitchen while providing utility. I added the mirror because my kitchen is fairly small, in which case if you are living in an apartment that is always a sacrifice. The mirror makes the kitchen appear larger and it allows you to subtly check yourself out while preparing a meal for a date ;)

Chic Distress

In an apartment it is very important to use your space effectively. Reccently, the design world has given rise to glamourous mirrored accessories and furniture, a great tool to amplify your space.  Lately, I have been infatuated with these acidic wonders, after seeing these beautiful images I'm sure you will be too. Each item will surely be a sparkling gem in any room!

 Notice that the image above and below have the same furniture but they've created a dramatic difference by simply changing the paint color, altering a few bed linens and rearranging pieces...an easy fix any DIY girl can do! 

Source: Crate and Barrel; These distressed mirrors look wonderous on any wall and even better showcased in a gallery setting.  Because these mirrors continue into the frame they create more angles for reflection!

 Source: Anthropologie; This delicious orange cream scented candle is elegantly encased by this dazzling canister...very chic!

Look at all the wonderful angles in this piece...

Source: for vanity and dinning table--Pier1 (Hayworth Collection)

Source: Z-Gallerie; Mercury glass candle sticks...I MUST have them :)