A new living space should feel like home, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes, you need a little boost, and that’s where some careful thought is helpful. From decorating to your taste to adding your creature comforts, here are some handy suggestions when moving.
First, Remove Everything
There are well-documented psychological benefits of decluttering, and it’s a great start when you move into a new space of your own. Removing everything helps you move forward both literally and metaphorically. However, when it’s time to make a change, you need more than mental clarity; physical clarity helps with the transition. A reliable removals service can help you begin the process by taking the stuff you don’t want and transporting what you need.
Decorate to Your Taste
Decor is always a matter of personal taste. What works for your best friend may not work for you, so don’t take advice! No one has the right to tell you how to decorate your home! Of course, you can find inspiration on sites like Pinterest and Houzz. However, the decision of what makes the final cut in the movie of your life is yours and yours alone. From the colours of the baseboards to the textures on the ceiling and everything in between, decorate how you want!
Give Personality to a New Living Space
There are, of course, countless ways to improve your quality of life at home, and personalising the space is a powerful one. The average UK home’s usable space is 96 square metres, dropping to between 50 and 66 in social and private rented housing. That doesn’t leave you with a lot to make a space of your own. But that’s not a bad thing, as it means less work and maintenance! Plants, photos, candles, and lighting are yours to play around with.
Make It Comfortable
After decorating the way you want and adding your personal touches, it’s time to cosy up the space. A comfortable house or flat is what makes it a home. A real home is somewhere you can’t wait to get back to, even after an exotic holiday, because it is a reflection of your inner self and your needs. Rugs, throws, scatter cushions, and even your coffee machine raise your home’s comfort levels to your desire. If it makes you feel happy, then go for it!
Add Only What You Want
The time comes when you will notice things aren’t quite as cosy or uncluttered as when you first moved in. Without thinking about it, you can begin to add things into your living space that don’t add to the function or feel. That’s why you must be mindful about space in your home. Also, a partner can begin to add to the space. That gaudy football player bobblehead on the shelf, not! Take stock now and then to ensure there are no horrid additions to your decor!
Summary
Removing everything and starting with a blank canvas is the easiest way to make a new living space feel like it’s yours. Personal touches are also a powerful way to make yourself feel at home. However, it helps to be mindful of what you add, or you will end up with clutter.
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