5 Cool Ways to Use Corners in Your First Apartment

June 28, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

First apartments are often small and lack detail, so it’s important to use every available space to add functionality and visual interest. The corners of your apartment might be easy to forget about, but they can help you add storage and seating space, decorative flair, and a sense of a completed apartment setup. Read on…

How to Decorate With Comfort in Mind

September 9, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Renters like yourself often spend ample time making their apartments look cute or unique, and it can be a costly and strenuous ordeal. It can also make your space weirdly uncomfortable if you don’t do it right. Going for something comfortable, familiar, and inspiring is vital because your imagination constantly interacts with your environment. That’s…

How to Decorate a Small Apartment

August 24, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Self-expression through interior design can make a tiny apartment feel more like home. Although you might feel limited in your decor, the right decorations can also make a small apartment look larger. If you’re looking to personalize and make the most efficient use of your modest space, here are some ideas for decorating a small…

Is a Bar Cart Right for Your First Apartment?

June 8, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Having a bar stocked with your favorite drinks in your first apartment can be nice, but you might not have enough space for it. One easy solution to solve this issue is by getting a bar cart. However, you might wonder if it’s worth the money to get one. Below, find out some reasons why…

7 Space-Saving Bathroom Storage Ideas

May 28, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If your first apartment’s bathroom is a bit small, you’ll quickly find yourself running out of storage space to store your bathroom essentials. And if your bathroom doesn’t come equipped with storage to make up for the lack of space, you’ll need to get a little creative. If you’re not sure where to start, here…

What to Look for in a Coat Rack

May 14, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

After a long day of work or even a short period of just going out, you’ll want to return to your apartment, take off your coat, and relax. You might want to hang your coat on an apartment must-have: an organized, sturdy coat rack. However, finding a good coat rack isn’t an easy feat since…

Five Ways to Make the Best of the Space Under Your Bed

April 22, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Having a small apartment or a bedroom that lacks storage space can be challenging, so you’ll need to think of creative space-saving ways to store your belongings. With some planning, you can place your belongings under your bed while making your room appear spacious. Below, discover five ways to make the best of the space…

Pros‌ ‌and‌ ‌Cons:‌ ‌Renting‌ ‌a‌ ‌Storage‌ ‌Unit‌ ‌

July 30, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. If you move from a spacious apartment into a smaller one, you might have trouble fitting all your belongings. If you run out of space in your apartment, renting a storage unit can…

Three Small Apartment Clothing Storage Hacks

July 6, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’ve lived in a small studio or one-bedroom apartment, you know how tough it can be to make space for all your clothes. Small apartments can be limited on closet space, not to mention floor space for additional items such as coat racks, shoe racks, and dressers. With these three small apartment clothing storage…

Four Best Shoe Storage Options for Small Apartments

July 1, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When you live in a small apartment, you can easily find yourself lacking enough storage space. Beyond just keeping dishes and produce organized in your kitchen and making room for a work-from-home setup, you might also encounter smaller storage concerns. Consider shoes as a prominent example: Not only can shoe storage options in small apartments…