11 Stylish Small Home Decorating Ideas Under $200

A tiny home and budget doesn't mean you can't zhuzh things up.

Redecorating a space can feel fantastic and breathe life into your home. But if you're currently pinching your pennies and feel like a refresh is off the table, we're here to help. There are plenty of affordable ways to make your space look fabulous without breaking the bank... you just need to think outside the box.

Whether you're living in a tiny house or an apartment, the below 11 budget-friendly decorating ideas are perfect for refreshing your small home. We also recommend decluttering and efficiently organising your things to make your home seem much larger than its square footage!

1. Swap out curtains

Swapping out old curtains for new ones can make a big difference to the appeal of a room. Choose a colour or pattern that complements your decor, or opt for sheers as they allow light to enter your room while still retaining privacy. Hanging curtains from the ceiling to the floor regardless of window size will help make a small room look more grand.

2. Create a gallery wall

Creating a curated display of photographs, posters, or art prints, creatively arranged on a wall, can instantly elevate a space and inject a major dose of personality into an otherwise underwhelming room. Mix and match different sizes, frames, and mediums to create an interesting display. You can find affordable frames at discount stores or thrift stores.

3. Replace your duvet cover

Switching up your duvet cover to something fresh can have a significant impact on the look and feel of your room – and it's easy to do too! Unsure which colour will go with your existing sheets? Take a look at our most popular linen colour combinations to help make your decision easier.

4. Use a room divider

Room dividers are particularly great for small homes that have few rooms. They can act as a partition between different areas of a room, create a private space in a shared room, or be used as a decorative accent. You could opt for Japanese Shoji Blinds for a zen and minimal look or a rattan design for an on-trend aesthetic.

5. Replace your shower curtain

Shower curtains occupy important real estate in the bathroom, so your choice of colour, material and pattern makes a surprisingly large difference. If you’re feeling uninspired by your bathroom, swapping out the shower curtain will elevate the room immediately, simply by introducing a new colour or print to the space.

Swapping out your shower curtain and replacing your worn-out, old bath towels will elevate the room immediately. Invest in lush styles like our 100% linen waffle bath and hand towels to add a touch of luxury to the space.

6. Add a stylish tray

The best way to pull together a curated, stylish room is to create simple vignettes that make it Pinterest-worthy. Whether it's in your bathroom or on your living room coffee table, collate things you love and display them on a stylish design.

7. Display a nice coffee table book

Books can be a highly effective décor element when it comes to styling your living room, which is just one of the reasons we love collecting art books. Even just one stand-out tome on your coffee table will make for an eye-catching and stylish display.

8. Thrift a decorative mirror

Mirrors can do wonders for a small space. They can create the illusion that your room is bigger than it actually is. Our top tip? Place it opposite a window to reflect light and really extend the space. There are some great finds on Facebook Marketplace or secondhand stores.

9. Install a floating shelf for plants

One design trick for small homes is to take advantage of vertical space. You can do this by installing floating shelves to display plants. Take inspiration from Caroline Reichel's verdant bedroom where she's placed a pothos plant on a shelf and let it trail up the wall.

10. Ditch the TV for a projector

If your space is small and you already feel as though there is a lot going on within, consider ditching your TV for a projector. This will free up a wall and give your living room a more minimal aesthetic.

11. Get creative with paint

Whether it's painting the ceiling a new colour, creating a pattern on your walls, or simply painting a feature wall, a fresh lick of paint can have a transformative effect on a room – and it takes up zero space! You could also apply some wallpaper to one of your walls for some texture and interest. Take cues from Maxine Wylde's boudoir where she's added a moody tone to highlight her bed.

A tiny home and budget doesn't mean you can't zhuzh things up.

11 Stylish Small Home Decorating Ideas Under $200

A tiny home and budget doesn't mean you can't zhuzh things up.