5 Ways to Fake Natural Light in a Dark Apartment

December 8, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

An abundance of natural light is one of the best ways to make an apartment feel inviting and expensive. Not every apartment has that luxury, however, so how do you make your apartment feel bright and warm with little or no natural light? Read on below for five great ways to fake natural light in…

5 Fun Ways to Use Colorful Lights in Your First Apartment

September 27, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Colorful lights are a unique decorative element that can help your first apartment stand out from the rest. It can be tricky to incorporate these lights without them looking tacky though, so it’s important to have a good plan for smart usage. Read on below for five great ways to use colorful lights in your…

Sustainable Living: Are LED Lights Worth It?

June 23, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Having the right lighting in your apartment can change how you live and work. It can also affect your carbon footprint. Sometimes, people overlook the benefits of purchasing LED lights because they were previously far more expensive than incandescent lights. Additionally, many people hear faint whispers that LED lights are better but aren’t quite aware…

Is Warm or Cool Lighting Better for Your Apartment?

June 2, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it comes to lighting, you’ve probably heard one of the most well-known money-saving tips: Turn off the lights when you’re not using them. However, when your lights are on, they should set the right mood, and not all lights are equal on this front. Sometimes, you might overlook the best type of lighting for…

Three Types of Apartment Lights and How You Should Use Them

April 13, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When you’re figuring out how to brighten your apartment, you might realize there are various kinds of lighting and numerous ways to arrange your lighting placement. If you’re struggling to find the best apartment lighting, it may help to know that lights can fall into three main categories according to their purposes. Below, learn about…

Six Ways To Light Your Apartment Without Ceiling Lights

November 13, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

You might think apartments without overhead lights can’t be properly lit. However, even in the absence of ceiling lights, some lights are designed to significantly brighten up your apartment. Here are six ways to light your apartment without using ceiling lights. 1. Floor lamps Floor lamps are often tall and bright enough to illuminate dark…

Curtains, Blinds, or Shades: Which Is Right for You?

February 24, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it comes to covering your windows, your options might seem limitless, if not confusing and a bit overwhelming. Why would you opt for blinds when curtains seem so much easier to install? Is it worthwhile to install shades if you’re worried that curtains will far too far below the window frame? Below, learn about…

About Lighting and Your Mood

April 7, 2018 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Lighting is something you can see but you don’t really feel. Or do you? Research shows that lighting actually heavily affects mood. It is a intangible way to manipulate your space into giving you the environment you want! Lighting can make you more energized, happier, calmer and even, yes, hungry. So, what should you know…