Lines of Sight
Tiny homes, by definition, are tiny. However, there are strategies to make them feel more spacious. Maximizing lines of sight is one such strategy. By line of sight we are referring to the uninterrupted view from one location in the home to another distant point or even to the outdoors.
Simple ways to increase lines of sight without major design changes might be your choice of chandelier. A heavy solid chandelier is going to obstruct the view from one side of your tiny home to the other, making the length of the room feel shorter or the height of the ceiling feel lower. An open and airy chandelier of similar height and diameter will allow views through the arms of the fixture and make the space feel longer and taller.
Other examples might be wall cabinets near an outside corner or hanging cabinets above a peninsula. While it can be tempting to maximize storage space with as many cabinets as possible, a cabinet near an outside corner will obstruct views. A hanging cabinet that helps define a kitchen space, for example, will make the kitchen and the adjacent area feel smaller and more enclosed.
Solid loft railings or short walls can be great for privacy and/or storage space. However, by cutting off lines of sight from below to the open space of the loft above or even to the outdoors through loft windows, the entire home can end up feeling much darker and more constricted.
Storage space, functionality, and privacy are important considerations in creating your tiny house design. However, an open, inviting, and comfortable feel is critical to the enjoyment of your home by both you and your guests. A great tiny house experience requires finding the right balance. Maximizing lines of sight is a valuable consideration as you develop your dream tiny home.
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