These days, with more and more people flocking to cities to chase after new opportunities, we find ourselves living in tighter spaces. Apartment and condo type homes are popular choices for those who want to live on a budget, or for those who want to be close to their workplaces or other areas. If you’re in a similar living situation or looking to move into one, you need to know a few things: one, you’ll be working with limited space, and two, condo projects are a bit different from house interior design.
Decorating condos and apartments
While you get more leeway in decorating a condominium, apartments can be a bit more restrictive when it comes to home improvements. You’ll have to talk with your landlord about any changes that you might make, and secondly, when you move out of the space, you likely won’t be able to take any of the improvements with you. Nonetheless, once you have their approval, it’s still a good idea to think about decorating or designing your home if you have long-term plans of living there.
The process for apartment or condo renovation may produce similar-looking results to homes, but it’s quite a good deal more challenging because of the aforementioned space restraints. And for some people, living expenses in the city can get quite pricy, so it’s wise to be mindful of budgetary considerations.
Renovating a condo or apartment on a budget
Interested in furnishing and designing your home on a budget? Here are some great tips to help you out.
- Use multipurpose furniture such as sofa beds or tables + counters to save money.
- Enhance spaces with cheap decor like wall paintings or mirrors.
- Buy houseplants or find accessories at a flea market. They’re affordable ways to decorate.
Diva’s Interior is a residential and commercial interior design firm in Singapore. Find out how to create the perfect spaces by contacting us now.
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