A beautiful apartment or flat is a dream of each person in this world and we are really working hard for it. Is it??? Yes… Each and every one of us has a well-planned home in our mind about the location, interior and exterior design, architecture, etc. When you move into your first apartment, you’re initially thrilled to finally have your own place and that all your stuff made the move intact. And will be thinking about how to decorate its interior differently. The furniture, curtains, kitchen appliances, lights, fans, ceilings, walls, bedroom and hall arrangements, etc are the main things that we have to consider while decorating a new apartment.
Step 1: Find the look you like
Before you buy any furniture, assess the pieces you already have and carefully plan each addition. Go online or look at some design catalogues to see which styles and colours you like. Do you want furniture that’s a dark wood, a blonde wood or perhaps metal or painted furniture? Do you like a mid-century modern, vintage, shabby chic, or traditional look, or something more eclectic? And don’t just look at pieces of furniture; also look at fully decorated rooms for ideas. This will give you a sense of the possibilities available to you as well as inspiration.
Step 2: Pick your colours
In addition to a style, you should think about the colours you want to live with. Even if your landlord won’t let you paint, the colour of your couch, end tables and other pieces of furniture will affect the feel of the room and provide its main colour accents. Later, you can use simple add-ons such as a new rug, curtains or throw pillows to enhance the look and colour of a room. Also, you can use posters or framed prints to add colour to your walls without a paint job.
Step 3: Measure twice, buy once
Before you step a foot in the furniture department, measure your space carefully and carry those measurement with you. And don’t just measure your apartment; also measure the doorways and halls, stairwells and elevators that your furniture has to pass through on its way to your apartment. Having to return a couch you had your heart set on because it cannot make a turn on your stairwell is not only disappointing, but also expensive.
Step 4: Buy big pieces first
Your biggest pieces of furniture will anchor the look of the room, so buy them first. Even if you’re not planning to buy much new furniture, make sure that whatever you do get, even if it’s stoop sale or Goodwill finds, goes with the look and colour you have chosen.
Step 5: Be patient and shop around
If your budget allows it, it’s tempting to try to do all your shopping in one trip, but if you have several pieces to buy, it’s best to be patient. You can often find deals by shopping around or waiting for sales. Decorating your apartment should be a fun project, not a rush job. By taking your time, you’ll have much better results, and your newly decorated place will be the home you always wanted.
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