How Can I Improve the Decor in My Apartment?

How Can I Improve My Apartment Decor?

Have you looked at your apartment and felt the need to make improvements but had no idea where to start? Finding the inspiration to decorate can be hard especially when you’re restricted by your apartment lease.

Fortunately, there are ways that you can easily and affordably decorate the way you want when you follow our apartment DIY decorating guide!

What You Need to Know About Decorating Your Apartment

Are you into modern living, a chic lifestyle, or a cozy apartment? No matter your decor preferences, there are certain rules that you can follow to firstly, protect yourself against making changes that would risk your security deposit, and secondly designing an interior to reflect your personality.

The Three R’s of Decorating

Renovate, Refurbish, and Revitalize! The rules of decorating are easy to follow when you know where to start.

It is important to read your lease. You might want more storage or wish to hang a featured painting on the wall but if your rental lease states that you can’t apply permanent fixtures that includes drilling into the walls or painting the walls. Once you understand what you can’t do, you can move forward with a plan to start decorating.

Remember, if you really want to make an improvement or "renovate" such as adding floating shelves, you can speak to your landlord to get approval. Ensure the approval is in writing before you make any changes.

Think about refurbishing with new furniture. Pieces that work within small apartments can provide decoration, storage, and functionality that are perfect for your rental. If you have a small apartment, furniture needs to work within the space and ensure that it provides just what you need for your lifestyle. If you’re going to have friends and family over, they’ll need a comfortable place to sleep but also items where they can easily store their belongings. The furniture should also fit well within the room no matter how big or small.

Revitalizing is about adding the personal touches that make your home a special place. When you walk into your apartment you want it to be filled with the things that you love and that make you feel like you belong in your space.

There are many ways to decorate but it starts with a design plan. Follow the simple rules above and let them guide you into creating a wonderful space that doesn't need permanent fixtures. With the innovative use of furniture and decor, you can transform the look and feel of your apartment.

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