Entertaining in a small apartment is always something of a logistical and styling challenge. Even the most well-behaved guests bring with them coats, bags, empty glasses and other paraphernalia – and without a thoughtfully planned layout, people start to congregate in the very places you don't want them (like the kitchen while you're making last-minute food preparations – sound familiar?).
Happily, though, there are plenty of ways to maximize efficiency, squeeze in extra room and make hosting in even the smallest of apartments a dream – and we've spoken to interior designers to find out the clever tricks they use the most. So whether you're looking for layout tweaks for a small living room or ideas for decorating without adding to all the clutter, read on to make your next get-together a breeze.
