Moving into a new apartment can be a truly exciting moment. You will certainly start new routines, enjoy new landscapes and meet new neighbors. The only problem is how to make your new apartment actually feel like home.
The reality is after you have moved your very last cardboard box in you may find it hard to feel connected to that new place. Nothing seems to look like it actually belongs to you. But there are some ways in which you can change things so you can make the new place feel more like yours.
According to professional organizers, the transition period can be a bit difficult and it is only natural not to feel at home in your new place, especially if it is bare and you have not gotten the chance to express your personality in there yet.
Spending time in your new apartment
One of the things that can help you feel more at ease in your new apartment is simply spending time there. Moreover, you should try and get used to your new routine. At the same time you need to do a deep clean, and after that you can focus on the decorative aspects of the issue. The cleaning process can help you start fresh both in the figurative and in the literal sense. Moreover, if you get to know each tiny spot in your new home it will certainly seem more familiar.
Painting your new apartment
Painting your apartment is another thing you may want to take care of. You can definitely paint the place in your favorite color. This can be a cheap solution for improving the overall appearance of your apartment. Plus, you can do that with the help of your friends and thus turn the whole experience into a really fun one.
Adding new furniture & lighting
Buying new, or new-to-you, furniture can be another great way to make your rented apartment feel like home. Even though you may be tempted to simply buy temporary plastic furniture due to the fact that you are merely renting, this does not actually help you feel more at home in the new place. The right lighting can make or break a space; therefore, you need to pay attention to the way you use it to make your apartment feel as cozy and homely as possible.
Adding fragrances to your new home
Fragrances are another essential detail which can contribute to somebody feeling like home. You should not hesitate to recreate the exact smells that you enjoy and which bring back nice memories. You can use candles, room spray or incense all over the place. As a matter of fact, you can use a so-called “signature smell” to make your entire space feel more cohesive and connected all throughout.
Get sentimental
You should not refrain from putting sentimental items on display. According to people I know, there are many things that you can use for obtaining the right effect, such as gifts from beloved ones or objects which remind you of grandparents, parents, dear friends, etc. Cooking a meal that you used to enjoy in your previous home may also help make it more cozy and smell delicious.
