5 Ways to Decorate Your New Apartment | Photo Remodeling Analysis

first “photo remodeling” idea

Use rugs and mirrors

Notes:

Let’s Start With Rugs:

Consider placing some rugs down for more comfort underneath your foot and visual interest underfoot with their patterns and colors. Rugs are also valuable in defining separate areas or delineating one space from another, such as the kitchen from the dining area.
They also help soften hard surfaces and add warmth and texture to a space.
Building Illusions:

Consider using mirrors in small spaces as they reflect natural light from windows, making them appear larger than their actual size. Mirrors are also useful in creating illusions.
They double up on cabinets by reflecting on what’s already there to create more storage without having to buy new furniture.
Side Note:

One of the neat ways to create mirror illusions is decorating your home with organic objects. These objects blend nicely with natural light:
- Using Organic Shapes:
  
  Want to add some warmth to a harsh, modern space? Why not consider incorporating organic shapes into your design?
- The rounded, circular borders of these curvilinear pieces imitate the shapes found in natural items such as leaves, plants, and animals.
- Organic shapes can help soften strong lines in other parts of your room and create a peaceful, flowing environment.
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second “photo remodeling” idea

Add plants

Notes:

Plants are the perfect addition to any space. They bring life into your home, purify the air you breathe, and make for great decor pieces as well.
If you have little room, keep them in pots on shelves or tables around the house. This way, they will not take up valuable floor space needed for other furnishings like rugs and couches.
You can also use plants that trail down from hanging containers which look beautiful when lit by soft lighting at night time.
Side Note:

Did you know house plants can help filter the air you breathe? And do you know which house plants are best for creating Feng Shui?:
- Brining Your Living Room Alive:
  
  Adding plants to your living room is so much fun. There’s a lot of space to work with, which means you can really get houseplant-happy all over the place.
- Good thing there are a ton of fantastic plants for you to choose from! It doesn’t matter if you are looking for something elegant, something larger than life, or something that will overflow its pot from up above.
- One of these 9 houseplants is sure to be exactly what you need to make your living room feel alive.
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- Creating Feng Shui:
  
  Indoor green plants are best known for purifying indoor air, filtering off chemicals and other harmful toxins.
- It is also general knowledge that plants remove excess carbon dioxide from the air we breathe and inject extra oxygen so that we can have a cleaner environment.
- What you probably didn’t know is that indoor plants can precipitate peace, positivity, and serenity in your home. It can help you alleviate stress and anxiety, resulting in a more fulfilling life. That is according to Feng Shui principles.
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third “photo remodeling” idea

Paint and artwork

Notes:

Deciding Paint Color:

Painting different rooms with different shades of a one-color family may seem unintimidating at first. But try adding accents around the house so each area feels unique while still having its cohesive look.
This might mean painting the kitchen cabinets a deep maroon or painting your bedroom walls rose pink. At the same time, leaving the living room walls white.
Adding Art:

Buy a few simple pieces of art. Themed artwork can be fun for some people, but it’s best to start with simpler décor options when you first move into your new place. Pick up something inexpensive that will brighten the room.
Also, add color without overwhelming or clashing with other items in the space. You can always scale things up later if there is an empty wall you feel like sprucing up! Get creative with colors on your walls.
Side Note:

The color of paint can really make a difference in a room – especially when you try to match some of the decor with the color:
- Home Interior Paint Colors Are Critical:
  
  They not only affect the mood of the rooms, but they also affect the aesthetics of these spaces and how well they go with the other elements of the room, like the furniture and fixtures. For this reason, many homeowners choose wisely when it comes to painting their homes.
- Are you confused about choosing the best interior paint color for the different spaces in your home? Good thing there are a ton of fantastic plants for you to choose from!
- It doesn’t matter if you are looking for something elegant, something larger than life, or something that will overflow its pot from up above.
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- And Now The Art:
  
  So you need to decorate your wall. And you want to maintain the modern look. Then framed abstract art (with some contemporary art mingled in) is the perfect wall decor for the modern home.
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fourth “photo remodeling” idea

Use the hanging pictures trick

Notes:

Make It Look Tall:

To make your ceilings look higher, put up a few interesting pieces of artwork above eye level on one wall. Then stagger them vertically downwards by putting some in front of others.
This will create an optical illusion that makes it seem like they are hung at different heights when all are hanging at the same height from the floor/tabletop. It’s only one piece that is placed lower than the rest for visual interest and added depth.
It also helps visually stretch out a small room and opens up the space, making things appear taller.
Make It Look Wide:

You can do this trick with other objects, too, such as bowls. Put several vases or decorative items together along walls or apart giving. This gives an impression that there are many objects arranged and hanging when, in fact, only one is placed lower than the rest.
Side Note:

If you are going to use wall frames, then stuff them with actual pictures. Pictures can create interesting conversations – especially if your pictures are people you know or places you’ve been:
- Frame Those Pictures:
  
  So, you have just acquired a new house, or maybe you are giving serious thought to redecorating your home. Are you uncertain about what decorative items you should use in your home decor plans? If so, you can do many things and buy different items to enhance your decorative experience.
- One item that can improve the aesthetic quality of your home and provide a conversation piece for your guests is decorating your personal space with pictures. Let’s go over some of the ideas that you can put into place.
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fifth and last “photo remodeling” idea

Use curtains

Notes:

For Added Insulation:

Use curtains to block out cold or heat from seeping through windows, especially in the winter/summer months. They are also awesome for adding color and texture to your room and hiding unsightly storage areas like wardrobes.
To make them look more interesting, hang two curtains of different types next to each other. These could be made of different fabrics or the same fabric but with different prints on them. This creates a nice visual effect that makes rooms appear much better decorated than they are.
For Privacy:

If you have large sliding doors leading outside, patio door, place some heavy drapes across it so that light through doesn’t disturb your sleep.
Also, if you live with other people these curtains or dividers are a great way to create privacy. For instance, there are apartments in Waterloo that have multi-family dwellings so curtains would be a great way of creating privacy and as decor.
For Adding Color and Texture:

Another way of using curtains is by hanging them from the ceiling, canopy style, or even on walls. This gives them an added bit of color, texture, and pattern in rooms that may otherwise appear too bland with little character or life.
You can also use one large curtain as a room divider between two functional zones, like the living area vs. dining space. Not only will you add visual interest, but you also define separate areas within the same zone. It’s a great trick, especially when guests come over and don’t want your sitting area interrupted.
FINAL REMARKS

Moving out and into a new space is exciting! You get to make the space your own and decorate it however you please. But it can also seem daunting and overwhelming to some people.
Try to not overthink it and treat decorating your new apartment as a way of expressing yourself. Use these five ideas and tips to quickly get started on making your new place feel like home!
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