Transform Wasted Space into Something Great

Living in a smaller space is better for the environment. You use less energy for climate control, and most people who live in small spaces tend to seriously think about every purchase ('Where will I put this?' is a constant question.)

If you live in a small space, you know all about making the most of every square inch. Storage is always at a premium, but have you really taken a look around your home to see if you're making the most of your space?

I recently stumbled across a photo from magazine Hus & Hem (found on Desire to Inspire) that had me thinking about creative ways to use all those wasted spaces in your home. In the image, a bookcase is built into a stairwell, and along the side of the bookcase is a feature wall that holds and displays magazines. It's a brilliant use of space.

So where are some of the areas where space is often wasted, the spaces that you can easily transform into something useful and maybe even spectacular?