How to sell your home: Simple interior tricks to make rooms look bigger for buyers – ‘Make it feel more spacious’

Making rooms appear larger is a common goal for homeowners looking to sell their properties quickly and effectively.

The challenge of creating spacious-feeling interiors often leads people to consider expensive renovations or new furniture purchases.

Property expert from We Buy Any Home, Terry Fisher suggested a simpler solution lies in how existing furniture is arranged.

“It’s less about buying new items and more about creating visual flow,” he explained. “Strategic furniture placement can make it feel more spacious and inviting.”

Terry emphasised the importance of creating clear pathways and defined zones within rooms.

He said: “Rooms feel cramped when furniture blocks natural walking routes or clutter the space. Rearrange your furniture to leave open paths as it is an easy way to create an impression of more room.

“Floating your sofa or chairs away from the walls, even slightly, can give the illusion of a larger, more cohesive layout.”

Terry said a layout like this can create scenery such as a workspace or a dining area.

The expert added that people should angle furniture like key pieces such as armchairs or side tables.

“Positioning furniture at a slight angle can break up rigid lines and make a room feel more dynamic.

“It tricks the eye into perceiving more space than there actually is,” explained the property expert.

Terry said that this approach is particularly effective in smaller spaces such as compact living rooms or bedrooms.

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People should aim to maximise vertical spaces to create the illusion of height in the room.

“Tall bookshelves, floor-to-ceiling curtains, or wall-mounted shelving draw the eye upward and make the room feel more expansive,” explained Terry.

“Think of your room as a three-dimensional space. Using the height of your walls frees up the floor and enhances the overall sense of spaciousness.”

Homeowners have also been informed of an interior design choice could that knock £13,000 off the value of their homes.