Get That Great Look For Your Apartment

When you live in an apartment or small condo, there are limitations. When you don’t own a property yourself, there are certain things you are unable to do. For instance, you may not be able to change the floors, put nail holes in the walls, or change the kitchen countertop. Yet this doesn’t mean you must be resigned to living in something that is less than appealing or drab.

In most cases, all the apartments in a building or complex look exactly the same. They typically have the same flooring or carpet, boring white walls, and bare windows—although you might end up with some white mini-blinds. So how can you make your apartment original, adding in your own individual style? Here are some ideas to get you started.

Decorate Your Walls
Depending on the apartment building, you may or may not be able to paint, but it doesn’t hurt to ask! Since it’s not difficult to paint over a color, many apartment managers will allow you to paint. If you can paint, create visual impact by painting one wall a bold, bright color. If you’re not allowed to paint, then go with a large and intricately patterned tapestry on the wall. You may also want to hang some bold colorful prints with a simple mat edge or without a frame at all.

Special hangers can be purchased for apartment walls. This way, you’re not putting holes or nails in the wall, which doesn’t usually go over well with the management.

Add Some Drama to the Floors
Although the carpet and linoleum are in most cases there to stay, you can always incorporate some colorful area rugs into your décor. Use brightly colored botanical patterns for the kitchen. Patterns that include bright sunflowers, daisies, and poppies help break up the monotony and add a cheerful look.

A couple of smaller rugs will work well for the living room. Or you can always go with one large area rug strategically placed in front of the sofa. As long as they complement your color scheme, you can choose bold patterns for this room. Intense stripes and plaids can really pick up a room, especially if you have solid-colored furniture.

Add Flair to the Windows
Although you may have to live with the mini-blinds, you can certainly add a little color! Sheer curtains are an option if they coordinate with your other décor. If you’re looking to create some drama, drape a boldly colored satin sheet above the window, allowing it to cascade down the sides and onto the floor.

Stick to Color, Pattern, and Texture
Color, pattern, and texture are essential for dramatically changing the look of a room. This means adding paint, throw rugs, big fluffy pillows, and other decorating accessories. Those big pillows are great for floor seating when you have several guests come to visit, so it’s a good idea to keep some on hand anyway.

Keep Furniture to a Minimum
To create a spacious look, keep furniture to a minimum. To add to the open feeling, go with low-profile furnishings without any arms. You don’t want coffee or end tables that are too big or bulky. Remember to keep things simple.

Don’t forget to add in a few creative accents of your own and you’ll end up with an apartment that looks and feels like home. When it comes to creating appealing spaces, a little imagination can go a long way.

About the Author...
Leon Tuberman has been in the home furnishings and interior design industry for four decades. He owns and operates a popular furniture store in Los Angeles. They carry a large selection of American made solid Amish furniture for your home office, dining room and bedroom. It doesn't matter whether you're shopping for a oak coffee table for your formal living room or a solid oak dining table for your dining room table then they have everything you need.

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