Another great idea for opening up a room and creating the illusion of space is to add mirrors.

Judi Kutner says: "It’s not just about making a room look bigger – it’s about bouncing light and making spaces feel more open," she says.

"I’ve worked with sellers who put a mirror at the end of a hallway or near a window, and suddenly the whole home felt brighter and more inviting. Buyers always say they want more natural light. This is a way to create that feeling, even if the home doesn’t have huge windows."

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