How to Decorate Your First Apartment – Maximising Space and Style

 Decorating your apartment is going to be an exciting task. Whether you are looking at creating a spacious or cosy interior, you have to keep in mind and work with the flow and aesthetics of the place. This article looks at not only creating classy and comfy spaces to relax in but you will also learn about adding personal touches to give your new space that lovely homely feel. Read on for tips on how to decorate your first apartment.

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 1.     Adding Privacy and Borders in a Small Apartment

 The layout of most apartments creates a middle or corner space that relies on light from windows located elsewhere. These spaces or nooks are perfect for creating a private space such as a reading room or lounge. You can use an extendable curtain pole to create a separator that will add privacy to the place, without blocking sunlight. This is perfect for one-bedroom apartments where you have limited space to play around with. For example, if you check out the apartments for sale in a beautiful green suburb in Colombo, you will find apartment projects catering to all budgets, and some like the ones managed by Prime Residencies come in varied sizes. And whether you choose a single or three-bedroom apartment, the idea of creating a private space will add a personal touch to your home.

 2.  Add a Stylish Entranceway to Your Apartment

Again, you can create separation within an open space by adding a stylish entranceway to your apartment. Experiment with a few details such as coat hooks; these can be vintage-style wall hooks or even a slim stand that fits snugly in a corner. Look for a rack with an umbrella stand or you can add a stylish mesh bucket or decorative pot for the purpose. Add a mirror that will serve as a last-minute adjustment spot and even a stuffed chair, which will add character and serve a purpose, such as sitting down to slip on or off your shoes.

 3. Add Finesse to the Apartment by Dressing up the Windows

 Windows can be dressed up with Roman blinds or long flowy curtains. Most apartments come with sliding glass doors leading to a balcony, flowy curtains adorning these doors, and windows that will add class and character to the space. You can add stylish tie-backs to harness the fabric during the daytime. Bedroom windows decorated with Roman blinds give out modern vibes, especially when used in study or work areas. Explore your options and see which style, blinds or curtains, works best for the aesthetics of your apartment. Oh, and remember, blinds or curtains on your windows will add privacy to your bedroom, especially if you are living within an apartment complex overlooking other buildings.

 4. Personalise the Bathrooms

 Whether you are dealing with one or more bathrooms, add a personal touch to each one. Start with a shower curtain that accentuates the tiles and the design of the bathroom. If you have glass cubicles, try adding a potted plant in one corner. A hardy plant like trailing pathos, or air plant, a snake plant, or even a pot of aloe vera will look pretty in the bathroom. Use ledges and window seals to add a few personal touches, ornaments, or smaller plants. You can decorate the walls with pictures, and add towels and hand towels colour coordinated to blend with the rest of the colour scheme.

 5.  Dress Up the Odd Corners

 A carefully placed side table, vintage chest, or even a plant, will help dress up the odd corners of your apartment. Each carefully placed item will be a reflection of your personality and will make the entire floor area more ‘interesting’. A lampshade giving off a soft yellow glow at night by lighting up a small corner of the apartment, for example, will add depth and style alleviating any impersonal vibes from your space.