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		<title>How to Make Your Small Bedroom Feel Larger</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jul 2017 12:30:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Does your small bedroom make you wish you had a larger bedroom? We all have that one room (or maybe two) in our homes where we wish we could push back the walls and make it larger. Bedrooms should be our retreat, our sanctuary at the end of the day, but if you have a...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does your <strong>small bedroom</strong> make you wish you had a larger bedroom? We all have that one room (or maybe two) in our homes where we wish we could push back the walls and make it larger. <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/room-decorating/bedrooms/g2231/small-bedroom-design-tips/">Bedrooms</a> should be our retreat, our sanctuary at the end of the day, but if you have a small bedroom, it can be difficult to turn the space into a dream escape. There are a lot of myths out there for <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-decorating+small+rooms/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="decorating small rooms" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">decorating small rooms</a>. Here are some tips that will debunk some of those myths while opening up some new decor possibilities in the creation of your dream bedroom.</p>
<h3>How to Make Your Small Bedroom Feel Larger</h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas.jpg"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-86213" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas.jpg" alt="Small bedroom ideas" width="700" height="525" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas.jpg 700w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas-300x225.jpg 300w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas-693x520.jpg 693w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/small-bedroom-ideas-60x45.jpg 60w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></p>
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<h3><strong>Small Bedrooms <em>Don’t</em> Equal Small Furniture: </strong></h3>
<p>One of the biggest mistakes that most people make when <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-decorating+small+rooms/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="decorating small rooms" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">decorating small rooms</a> is to clutter it with lots of small pieces. By filling a small room with lots of <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/B01HGCS38U/US/stagetectur05-20/?cart=y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-identifier="B01HGCS38U" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">tiny side tables</a>, skinny <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/B072F9DM2D/US/stagetectur05-20/?cart=y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-identifier="B072F9DM2D" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">little lamps</a>, and small dressers – you are creating a room that feels crowded and even smaller than before.  A small room of any kind needs one or two large pieces of furniture that act as a focal point and make the room actually feel larger! A large armoire is one of the best furniture items to add to your small bedroom space; they give you tons of storage and their height and size draws the eye in and up, making the space feel large.</p>
<h3><strong>A small bedroom needs plenty of colors: </strong></h3>
<p>Color is your friend no matter how small or large the room is.  The key essential to keep in mind when choosing a color for a small room is to keep your color choices down to one or two main colors for the room – you can’t have a rainbow of colors in a small room without overwhelming the eye. The good news is that you can choose whatever color your heart desires! Choose that vibrant blue or red paint; coat every wall and piece of trim in the color (or two hues of the same color) to make a serene room that your eyes float over. Bright red walls with white trim can be pretty but is better left to larger rooms as it causes a disjointing and makes a room visually smaller.</p>
<p>Try these 4 Easy <a href="https://stagetecture.com/decorating-ideas-for-your-small-apartment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Decorating Ideas for your Small Apartment</a> too!</p>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/small-apartment-decorating-bedroom.jpg"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-85307" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/small-apartment-decorating-bedroom.jpg" alt="small apartment decorating bedroom" width="700" height="448" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/small-apartment-decorating-bedroom.jpg 700w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/small-apartment-decorating-bedroom-300x192.jpg 300w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/small-apartment-decorating-bedroom-60x38.jpg 60w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></p>
<h3><strong>Small Bedroom seating is still important: </strong></h3>
<p>No matter how small, every bedroom should have a nook carved out for reading or relaxing. Add a <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/B06XY6DGMY/US/stagetectur05-20/?cart=y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-identifier="B06XY6DGMY" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">slipper chair</a>, a <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-reading+lamp/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="reading lamp" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">reading lamp</a>, and <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-bookcase/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="bookcase" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">bookcase</a> to create a cozy retreat within your room.</p>
<p>Hopefully, this opens up new possibilities for decorating your small bedroom.  Here’s one more tip: a large, fabric tufted headboard covered in similar hues as the paint color, adds a nice finishing touch to the retreat of your dreams. Happy dreaming!</p>
<p>For more <a href="https://stagetecture.com/category/room/bedroom-living/">bedroom &amp; living</a> ideas on Stagetecture, click here.</p>
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		<title>5 Advantages of Renting A Home Rather than Buying</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2016 11:43:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[There are advantages of renting a home, rather than buying. When people talk about living the American Dream, it generally includes owning a home, and preferably, of course, one with a white picket fence. It’s a picturesque idea, but it’s not really for everyone. Depending upon your stage of life, your financial situation, and your...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are <strong>advantages of renting</strong> a home, rather than buying. When people talk about living the American Dream, it generally includes owning a home, and preferably, of course, one with a white picket fence. It’s a picturesque idea, but it’s not really for everyone. Depending upon your stage of life, your financial situation, and your future plans, there are some very good reasons why it makes much more sense to rent a great apartment home than it does to <a href="http://homestaging.about.com/" rel="dofollow" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">buy a home</a>.</p>
<h3>5 Advantages of Renting A Home Rather than Buying</h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/advantages-of-renting-loft-apartment.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-84144" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/advantages-of-renting-loft-apartment.jpg" alt="advantages of renting loft apartment" width="700" height="394" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/advantages-of-renting-loft-apartment.jpg 700w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/advantages-of-renting-loft-apartment-300x169.jpg 300w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/advantages-of-renting-loft-apartment-60x34.jpg 60w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></a></p>
<p>If you’re trying to decide what you should do, consider these benefits of renting:</p>
<h3>1. Should you Buy or Rent? If you Rent &#8211; No High Upfront Costs</h3>
<p>When you’re renting, the only upfront cash payment is your deposit, which is typically one to two month’s rent.</p>
<p>When you’re buying, it’s one thing to qualify for a mortgage. It’s another to come up with the cash you’ll need before you even make that first monthly payment.</p>
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<li><strong>An advantage of renting is no down payment. </strong>This is the biggest chunk of cash you’re probably ever going to need in your life. Although you can get loans with lower down payments, the benchmark figure is 20 percent of the sale price of the house. Saving that amount can take a long time, and borrowing it from family or against a 401(k) retirement plan, for example, poses other issues. The one thing you don’t want to be is “house poor,” with all of your available resources tied up in your house and nothing available for emergencies like illness or loss of a job.</li>
<li><strong>Closing costs.</strong> You think you’re out of the woods and then you’re hit with sale closing costs that include realtor’s commissions, mortgage loan fees, escrow and title company fees, inspection fees, appraisal fees, and pro-rated property taxes. Closing costs average an additional 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price.</li>
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<p>SF Gate gives some good tips and information about the <a href="http://homeguides.sfgate.com/benefits-renting-over-buying-house-39143.html" rel="dofollow" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">advantages of renting</a> vs. buying a home or apartment.</p>
<h3>2. Apartment Advantages could mean Access to Lifestyle Amenities</h3>
<p>When you buy a house, what you see is what you get. Maybe you’re in the enviable position of being able to buy a house with a pool, a tennis court, a fully-equipped gym, or whatever other amenities would make you happy. If that’s the case, go for it! Otherwise, you’ll have to search all that out elsewhere.</p>
<p>But, if you’re <a href="https://www.lewisapartments.com/apartmentcommunities/ontario" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">looking for apartments for rent in Ontario, CA</a>, for example, you can move into a community with amenities that rival the best in resort living. And the best part may be that you never have to worry about taking care of them.</p>
<h3>3. No Maintenance Worries or Costs</h3>
<p>When you buy a house, you’re buying every problem that comes along with it. Appliances stop working, plumbing fails, roofs leak, windows break, trees need trimming, ants take up residence, air conditioners quit on the hottest day of the year, etc.</p>
<p>Every once in a while, the whole place needs to be painted, too, and so on and so on. It’s all inevitable and just part of living. The same things happen when you’re renting, of course, but you’re not the one on the line for fixing them.</p>
<p>Lifehacker gives tips whether you <a href="http://twocents.lifehacker.com/should-i-buy-a-home-or-just-keep-renting-1699277766" rel="dofollow" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">should buy or keep renting</a>.</p>
<h3>4. Renting Could Be Safer if you&#8217;re a Traveler</h3>
<p>Renting is a particularly good choice if you travel for work or just like to take off for time away on the spur of the moment. All you’ve got to do is make sure you turned out the lights and didn’t leave the oven on, and you’re free to lock the door and go.</p>
<p>Someone else is responsible for watering the lawn and making sure the trash is collected. You’ve also got no worries about something happening to a house while you’re gone. And, with the security of most rentals, you don’t have to be concerned about break-ins, either. When you have a leasing company they also can give you tips on how to keep your rental secure, as well as the advantages of renting.</p>
<h3>5. More advantages of renting: You Can Move When You Want To!</h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="http://www.rentseeker.ca/" rel="dofollow" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">When you&#8217;re renting</a>, with the help of <a href="https://www.unitedvanlines.com/moving-services/residential" rel="dofollow"  target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">companies for residential moves</a> you can move when your lease is up to accommodate a change in jobs or other plans. </span>If you own a house, you can be stuck where you are for a lot longer than you’d like to be if market conditions don’t favor a quick sale. And that’s another thing. The real estate market can be volatile and you might find yourself needing to sell when it would be more financially advantageous for you to hold on. For more advantages of renting and information on the financial aspects of <a href="http://affordanything.com/2015/11/24/is-renting-better-than-buying-should-i-rent-or-buy" rel="dofollow"  target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener noreferrer">renting versus buying</a>, check out this article from affordanything.com.</p>
<p>For more <a href="https://stagetecture.com/category/room/moving-realty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">home rental and moving tips</a> on Stagetecture, look through our archives here.</p>
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		<title>10 Inspiring Ideas to Decorate Your Child’s Room when Renting</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2015 18:22:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Renting an apartment when you’ve got kids is never easy, no matter their age! There are so many things to take into account, such as proximity to parks, available playgrounds in the building, street traffic, or the reputation of nearby schools. Besides all these general considerations, moms and dads might also be interested if the...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.rentcafe.com/" rel="dofollow" target="_blank" >Renting an apartment</a> when you’ve got kids is never easy, no matter their age! There are so many things to take into account, such as proximity to parks, available playgrounds in the building, street traffic, or the reputation of nearby schools. Besides all these general considerations, moms and dads might also be interested if the apartment has child-pleasing decor and an overall friendly ambiance. It would be great if the new place gets called “Home Sweet Home” by the kids, wouldn’t it?</p>
<p>As opposed to owning your home, when going the extra mile with re-decorating would totally make sense, renting is a little more restrictive. Landlords or property owners have rules and agreement clauses which you are bound to comply with. However, there are a few décor tricks and pretty things you can buy to make your new rental apartment feel homey, fun, and friendly for your children, without upsetting the landlord or, worse, without being extra charged or evicted!</p>
<h4><strong>10 Inspiring Ideas to Decorate Your Child’s Room when Renting</strong></h4>
<p>We’ve assembled a list of such <strong>10 décor enhancements</strong>! Check them out:</p>
<h3><strong>1. Indoor tents</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/tent.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74583" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/tent.jpg" alt="childrens tent" width="500" height="375" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/118418669/black-and-white-horizontal-stripe-tent" target="_blank"><em>Theteepeeguy</em></a><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> on Etsy.com</span></em></p>
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<p>In a rented 2 or 3 bedroom apartment it’s sometimes difficult to create a separate playroom for your kids, that’s why their bedroom will serve not just for sleeping, but also for playing, reading, mommy-cuddling or just hiding away from the adult world. Provide your kids with an easy-to-build play tent, stuff it with pillows and books and offer them the pleasure of having a secluded fantasy place of their own.</p>
<h3><strong>2. DIY Pom-Poms and Garlands</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/pompom.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74584" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/pompom.jpg" alt="pompom decoration" width="450" height="720" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a href="http://blog.encadreeposters.com.br/post/105652783976/pompons-na-decoracao-do-quarto-do-bebe" target="_blank"><em>blog.encadreeposters.com.br</em></a></p>
<p>We’re sure you’ve seen bunches of pom-poms and paper lanterns at weddings and other events. Have you thought of adding more color and personality to your child’s room by placing them on the ceiling and matching them with the room’s décor? Especially if you have plain white walls (pretty usual in rentals), these cute and cheap DYI tissue delights will bring lots of joy to the room. Here’s a <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkXx7KyXFfg">video</a> of how to easily make a pom-pom on your own <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f642.png" alt="🙂" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></p>
<h3><strong>3. Writing on Black Boards</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/blackboard.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74582" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/blackboard.jpg" alt="kids blackboard idea" width="500" height="333" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image and idea credit: </em><a href="http://dejavucrafts.blogspot.ro/2011/09/phase-1chalk-board-for-playroom.html" target="_blank"><em>dejavucrafts.blogspot.ro</em></a></p>
<p>Children often find it difficult to express emotions verbally. Therefore, an area that they can write and draw on is a great addition to any child&#8217;s room. The learning process becomes playful and fun! Of course, in a rented apartment you probably won’t be able to paint an entire wall. But here’s a simple solution: take a large piece of cardboard, paint it with black chalkboard paint, place it into your choice of wooden frame and just lean it against the wall with some stoppers at the bottom (no need to hang it, but you should always check for safety).</p>
<h3><strong>4. Removable Wall Decals</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/wall-decals.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74580" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/wall-decals.png" alt="kids wall decals" width="500" height="500" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a title="vinylimpression.co.uk" href="http://www.vinylimpression.co.uk" target="_blank"><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.vinylimpression.co.uk </span></em></a></p>
<p>Add some WOW to your walls, with easy-to-use removable wall stickers. Search for some organic ones, PVC-free, and made with eco-friendly, biodegradable adhesive, which makes them easy to apply and simple to scrub clean if necessary. Even if your little one outgrows the toddler design choices you’ve made for him, or you simply want to change the décor after a while, these decals will not damage walls. They’re also a great alternative to the more permanent options of painting or hammering nails into a wall — especially if you’re renting your home. The design options are endless, so start browsing!</p>
<h3><strong>5. Happy Rugs</strong></h3>
<p>Although they are not obviously in one’s eye line, carpets and rugs play an important role in design, adding color and sometimes giving edge to a room. It’s not necessary to buy cartoon-character carpets in the children’s bedrooms just because they are children, you can instead choose bold designs with bright colors and interesting patterns. You may well be impressed with the results.</p>
<h3><strong>6. Poufs &amp; Pillows</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/pillows.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74585" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/pillows.jpg" alt="playful kids pillows" width="500" height="380" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: <a href="http://www.aliexpress.com/promotion/home-office-tools_baby-floor-pillow-promotion.html" target="_blank">AliExpress.com</a></em></p>
<p>Everybody loves poufs and pillows, cushions and fluffy bean bags or cozy chairs to jump, relax, or even sleep on. Oh, somebody stop me! They come in a wide variety of shapes, textures, and colors so choose the ones with the highest visual impact for the room. Your kids will love them!</p>
<h3><strong>7. Colorful Furniture</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kids-furniture.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74586" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kids-furniture.jpg" alt="kids furniture" width="500" height="500" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/childrens_ikea/tools/coch/roomset/20151_cocy02a/" target="_blank"><em>Ikea </em></a></p>
<p>It might be easier for you, as a parent, to choose natural wooden colors for the furniture that match any wall paint and are not difficult to decorate. Still, kids will appreciate your efforts in jazzing up their own private space. Choose interesting designs and bright colors for the furniture that match both your child’s personality as well as the overall style of your home. If your landlord has already pre-furnished all the bedrooms try and ask if that furniture can be removed, at least from the kids’ room. Then start the color hunt!</p>
<h3><strong>8. Pretty Organizers</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/organizer.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74579" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/organizer.jpg" alt="kids toy organizer" width="500" height="372" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a href="http://www.3sprouts.com" target="_blank"><em>3sprouts.com</em></a></p>
<p>Love’em, love ‘em! Besides being extremely cute, they are most useful. These funny storage bins, boxes, and toy chests are a simple way to organize all those toys that you never knew where to hide. They also add joy to the room, due to their wonderful colors or patterns. In addition, they don’t take up too much space, and can be placed one on top of the other. You can find lots of models and styles on the market. How about letting your child do the picking this time?</p>
<h3><strong>9. Kiddy Curtains</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GA_Kennesaw_ShilohGreen_Bedroom.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74578" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/GA_Kennesaw_ShilohGreen_Bedroom.jpg" alt="Kids bedding and curtains" width="500" height="334" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: <a href="http://www.rentcafe.com/apartments/ga/kennesaw/shiloh-green/default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="dofollow">RENTCafé.com </a></em></p>
<p>Stripes, dots, floral prints, cartoon characters – you name it, you can have it! It’s all out there in stores, waiting for you to get into the interior design mood. The effect that curtains have on a room should not be underestimated. They are a simple way to personalize bedrooms even in a <a href="http://www.rentcafe.com/">rented house</a>, since you don’t need to make extra holes in the walls, just change the curtains provided. So, what’s your choice?</p>
<h3><strong>10. Fun bedding and sheets</strong></h3>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/bed-sheets.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-74587" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/bed-sheets.jpg" alt="kids bed sheets" width="500" height="414" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image credit: </em><a href="http://juniorrooms.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/here-there-everywhere-cars.jpg" target="_blank"><em>juniorrooms.co.uk</em></a></p>
<p>Oh, don’t forget the Bed! Many of us spend a third of our lives sleeping, so it’s important to feel warm and cozy in our beds. We can lure the kids more easily into their bedrooms (not just to sleep, but also to read there, for instance) if we inspire them with some magical bed sheets, that appeal to their interests and dreams.</p>
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<p>As tempting as it may seem to fill the room with color and eclectic little things, pay attention to the way all these elements fit together: in terms of style, color, pattern, and trends. Make sure your kids are the ones truly enjoying their redecorated bedroom (not just you). One last advice: inform your property manager about your intentions before doing any transformations to you rental. Once you’re cleared, get creative!</p>
<p><em>By Nicoleta Iudean, RENTCafé writer</em></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lydia Mathews]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2014 18:35:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[There comes a time in every college student’s life where the appreciation for the dorm rooms comes to a halt and a new housing becomes a necessity. Selecting the right off-campus housing can be a bit of a challenge because it is a new experience that takes plenty of consideration.  One has to think about...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There comes a time in every college student’s life where the appreciation for the <a title="5 Essentials For Your College Dorm Room this Year" href="https://stagetecture.com/2013/08/5-essentials-for-your-college-dorm-room-this-year/" target="_blank">dorm rooms</a> comes to a halt and a new housing becomes a necessity. Selecting the right off-campus housing can be a bit of a challenge because it is a new experience that takes plenty of consideration.  One has to think about locations, budgets, needs vs. wants, and the responsibility while dealing with school. Which can be very overwhelming at first.  So here are some tips to help guide you through this process of finding your very own college apartment.</p>
<h4><strong>College Apartments: How to Choose Off-Campus Housing</strong></h4>
<figure id="attachment_68276" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68276" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/college-apartment-decor-ideas.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-68276" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/college-apartment-decor-ideas.jpg" alt="college apartment decor ideas" width="500" height="328" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-68276" class="wp-caption-text">Looking for college housing? Look at these tips</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via:  Tiffany Farhad Design</em></p>
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<h3>Make a Wish List</h3>
<p>Think about your needs when making a wish list. Such as do you need to be close to public transportation, how far is it from the school, what’s the distance from the grocery stores, banks, and library or mall, or perhaps you have a part-time job how far will it be from there. If you want pets think about that, how many rooms, perhaps you may want a roommate. This will help you to narrow which places work for you.</p>
<h3>Create a Budget of Monthly Items</h3>
<p>Set a budget of monthly expenses. Try looking for apartments with utilities included or that are having specials for students or first-time apartment renters. Then think about, if the apartment does not have utilities included, about the, water, electric and internet and work them into the budget. Also, factor in groceries and any extras like school supplies for the year or semester. Most apartments will ask for a down payment so to hold it for you. Reflect over your budgeting expenses for your college apartment that way you will be better prepared before and during the process.</p>
<figure id="attachment_68277" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68277" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/apartment-college-housing.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-68277" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/apartment-college-housing.jpg" alt="apartment college housing" width="500" height="355" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-68277" class="wp-caption-text">Look in college classifieds for apartment college housing vacancies</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via:  Allen Kilcoyne</em></p>
<h3>Check College Classifieds</h3>
<p>One great way to find great off-campus housing is by looking in your schools classifieds section. The school’s classified section is built around the needs of the students. So you will be able to find off-campus housing that should be more fit to what you may want and need. From the location, to the budget, to the safety of the student; so take a look around at the classifieds and see if something jumps out at you. There should be contact information for each classified so you can email or call about whichever one you are interested in.</p>
<p>Finding your first apartment can be a great process however, there are some things you should be practical and aware of when making this decision. Having a wish list, budgeting and taking advantage of your schools resources will all help you when you go through the process much smoothly. So what’s stopping you now, Stagetecture readers? Also, do you have any other tips about finding the perfect college apartments?  We&#8217;d love to hear about them.</p>
<p>For more <a title="College Dorm Tips: Packing for Back to School" href="https://stagetecture.com/2014/08/college-dorm-tips-packing-back-school/" target="_blank">college tips</a> on Stagetecture, click here.</p>
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		<title>Olioboard Inspiration: Creative Small Apartment Decor Ideas</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ronique]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2013 11:30:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Entry #2875, October 4, 2013 Today we continue Stagetecture’s feature ‘Olioboard Inspiration‘. Last week you enjoyed – ‘Dramatic Autumn Bedroom Ideas&#8216; from Tabitha Loudon. This week I feature Mirella Parer who is a member of the Facebook Olioboard Fan Room group and she shares ideas for making the most of your small apartment. Clever ideas for organizing,...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: right;">Entry #2875, October 4, 2013</p>
<p>Today we continue Stagetecture’s feature ‘<a href="https://stagetecture.com/?s=olioboard" target="_blank">Olioboard Inspiration</a>‘. Last week you enjoyed – ‘<a href="https://stagetecture.com/?p=55150" target="_blank">Dramatic Autumn Bedroom Ideas</a>&#8216; from Tabitha Loudon. This week I feature Mirella Parer who is a member of the Facebook Olioboard Fan Room group and she shares ideas for making the most of your small apartment. Clever ideas for organizing, decorating your small abode!</p>
<p>If you’re interested in being featured see details here: <a href="https://stagetecture.com/2013/01/new-feature-olioboard-inspiration-today-storage-for-a-diva/" target="_blank">How to be featured on Stagetecture’s Olioboard Inspiration</a>‘ series.</p>
<p>To see all the past <a href="http://pinterest.com/roniquegibson/olioboard-inspiration-on-stagetecture/" target="_blank">Stagetecture’s Olioboard Inspiration members on Pinterest</a> click here.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Olioboard Inspiration #39</strong></h2>
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>&#8216;Creative Small Apartment Decor Ideas&#8217;  </strong></h3>
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>  Mirella Parer</strong></h3>
<p>In a small apartment it is necessary to evenly distribute the space.</p>
<p>The colors for the walls and the floor must be clearly divided and equal throughout the apartment,keep to the lighter colours as dark colours will make your apartment look even smaller .</p>
<p>The use of mirrors helps to give the illusion of space, especially useful in small apartments.  Place mirrors on a wall opposite of a window wall and see how the view is multiplied times ten throughout the rest of the space</p>
<p><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Olioboard_Stagetecture_Small-Apartment-Ideas.jpeg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-55298" alt="Olioboard_Stagetecture_Small Apartment Ideas" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Olioboard_Stagetecture_Small-Apartment-Ideas.jpeg" width="550" height="519" /></a></p>
<h3><strong>Small apartment decor ideas</strong></h3>
<p>Instead of the hassle of trying to fit in all your pieces of furniture together in a small space opt for convertible furniture. Convertible furniture is furniture that can serve for two or three purposes simply by moving around several parts. These pieces of furniture can be extremely convenient for a small space as they fill several functions, thus enabling you to get rid of unnecessary furniture and save space in your apartment</p>
<p>Divide the room into zones according to their function : dining kitchen and bedroom / living room. There are many great pieces of furniture available for just this purpose,bookcases, curtains and dividers can create distinct areas, as can different types of lighting &#8212; spotlights over your cooking area, for example, and lamps around the seating area. Besides making these areas more functional, such separations actually make your apartment look larger.</p>
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<h3><strong>Creative tricks for your small apartment</strong></h3>
<p>The two areas in my project, a small apartment of 35 square meters in a town house, are separated only by a rug to give the illusion of a larger space . The sofa-bed  is near the only window and on the longest wall beside the sofa is a closet with sliding mirrored doors which reflects the light from the window and gives the impression of a greater breadth to the room. In front of the sofa is a small table / bench which is easily moved for the opening of the bed. The continuity between the living / kitchen area is achieved  by keeping the floor and the walls similar throughout.</p>
<p>The kitchen/dining area is a fitted out with a black and white kitchen  with plenty of vertical storage so as not to waste an inch of space and full height cupboards, use these for the kitchen towels and all your kitchen utensils. The extend-able glass topped dining table does not visually interrupt the area and the chairs are stackable. To illuminate the table a chandelier is used to give a glittering and romantic  aura.</p>
<p>The personal touch is added by the use of color through accessories, the white linen sofa bed made from a coarse textured fabric is dressed with soft cushions that mirror the color of the exquisite cabinet beside it. The raw silk curtains and another texture to the space and are kept to a neutral color. The c lamp with a gray shade and lavender base compliments the glass droplets of the chandelier above the dining table , giving the room a feeling of freshness and elegance. Even the kitchen accessories such as bowls, glasses and vases are lavender shades and add a further note of transparency and freshness.  The free wall behind the sofa is painted lavender to make it the focal point amongst the other walls which are white, a white frame is painted on the feature wall in which my modern graphic is hung thus adding interest and more color.</p>
<p>P.S. Olioboard is for me a fascinating creative play.</p>
<p><em>Mirella Parer is an Italian artist and lives in Liguria (Italian Riviera) and you can find her on <a href="http://digilander.libero.it/mirellaparer/home.html" target="_blank">her website</a> and on <a href="https://olioboard.com/users/mirellaparer" target="_blank">Olioboard</a>.</em></p>
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		<title>DIY Sat. #161 &#8211; Building a Flat Screen TV Wall for your Apartment (Video)</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[John Chavez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Sep 2013 11:05:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy DIY Saturday! For many of you who live in an apartment or have walls that you don&#8217;t want to damage by hanging a flat screen television, today&#8217;s DIY Saturday is for you! I was sent this great idea from Scott Crawford in Jacksonville, Florida and you can find him at 11 Squared &#8211; Architecture...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Happy DIY Saturday! For many of you who live in an apartment or have walls that you don&#8217;t want to damage by hanging a flat screen television, today&#8217;s DIY Saturday is for you! I was sent this great idea from Scott Crawford in Jacksonville, Florida and you can find him at <a href="http://11squared.wordpress.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">11 Squared &#8211; Architecture + Life blog</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I love this idea because many of us have <a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-flat+screen+televisions/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="flat screen televisions" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">flat screen televisions</a>, but don&#8217;t want to damage our walls with all the support systems, wiring, etc.. Today you will see this innovative idea for building a temporary dry wall in front of your permanent wall to hang your television from! This idea originally is from WIRED and watch a video to see how it all gets done!</p>
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<h3 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Video &#8211; How to Build a Flat Screen TV Wall</strong></h3>
<p>Link to video &#8211;&gt; <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBozLzlb8Ck" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to Build a Flat Screen TV Wall</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">When you’re living in an apartment, you have to expect that you will have limitations in terms of a makeover plan. But this doesn’t mean you can’t have the best of what you plan for your apartment room. You just have to know the best idea to put them in place. Like when you want to install a TV on the wall, this is very possible without damaging the wall of the apartment. How? Just follow the steps below on how to build a TV wall for your apartment:</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;">Tools and Materials</h2>
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<li><a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/B01GBOJOFK/US/stagetectur05-20/?cart=y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-identifier="B01GBOJOFK" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">Lumber</a></li>
<li>Screws</li>
<li>Paint</li>
<li><a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/B00002N6FE/US/stagetectur05-20/?cart=y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-identifier="B00002N6FE" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">Sandpaper</a></li>
<li>TV mount</li>
<li><a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-Electric+drill/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="Electric drill" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">Electric drill</a></li>
<li>Hole saw bit</li>
<li>Circular saw</li>
<li>Clamp</li>
<li><a class="easyazon-link" href="https://stagetecture.com/product/k-Protective+goggles/US/stagetectur05-20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-cart="y" data-cloak="y" data-keywords="Protective goggles" data-locale="US" data-localize="y" data-popups="n" data-tag="stagetectur05-20">Protective goggles</a></li>
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<figure id="attachment_54429" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-54429" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-54429" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding.jpg" alt="building fake wall for flat screen tv_crown moliding" width="500" height="275" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding.jpg 500w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding-300x165.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-54429" class="wp-caption-text">Add crown molding to blend with the natural walls in your home</figcaption></figure>
<h2 style="text-align: justify;">Procedure</h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 1: Measure and cut your wood</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The measurement depends on the size of your TV. Use the circular saw for a quick cut. But if you want it easier, there are stores that offer pre-cut wood according to your measurement.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 2: Screw them all together</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">What you need to do is to sandwich them all together where the drywall on top, followed by the plywood and then the 2 X 4 lumbers. Screw the four, longer 2 X 4 vertically. Ensure that you space them equally at 16 inches apart.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 3: Paint</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Paint it with the right color that will blend perfectly into your wall. You may also have it in contrast with the color of the wall to provide accent. Make sure to spackle over the screws and the edges so it will look neat and elegant.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 4: Attach the TV mount</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Attach the TV mount into the wall into the studs of your fake wall. This should hold the TV firm and steady. In this step, do not attach your TV yet.</p>
<figure id="attachment_54431" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-54431" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding2.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-54431" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding2.jpg" alt="building fake wall for flat screen tv_crown moliding2" width="500" height="274" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding2.jpg 500w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv_crown-moliding2-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-54431" class="wp-caption-text">Real wall on left and new tv wall on the right at flooring</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 5: Drill</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Using the hole saw, drill in places where you will insert the cables and boxes. Make room for audio-visual accessories that you may want to install in the future.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 6:  Install it into the wall</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Now, look for a stud that you can drill a screw and attach into the real wall. A 4-inch screw should be enough to hold them thoroughly.</p>
<figure id="attachment_54432" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-54432" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv-cables.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-54432" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv-cables.jpg" alt="building fake wall for flat screen tv cables" width="500" height="274" srcset="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv-cables.jpg 500w, https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/building-fake-wall-for-flat-screen-tv-cables-300x164.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-54432" class="wp-caption-text">Install grommet for cords to hang behind fake wall and mount tv bracket</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Step 7: Mount your TV</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The last step is to mount your TV and attach the wirings. Make sure you have everything connected accordingly.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">That’s it! Now, sit back, relax and enjoy your tv without worrying about damaging the walls when you move!</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Anchal Bhatia]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2013 13:30:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[ Entry #2627, July 8, 2013 If you are planning to rent an apartment, chances are that you won’t be able to customize it much. Often, rental agreements put restrictions on how much a tenant can change the looks of the apartment. But, that does not mean you have to live with bland carpeting and beige...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: right;"> Entry #2627, July 8, 2013</p>
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If you are planning to <a href="https://stagetecture.com/inspiration/home-decor/" target="_blank">rent an apartment</a>, chances are that you won’t be able to customize it much. Often, rental agreements put restrictions on how much a tenant can change the looks of the apartment. But, that does not mean you have to live with bland carpeting and beige bare walls. Here are few simple ideas to personalize your temporary sanctuary and feel like at home.</p>
<figure id="attachment_51055" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-51055" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Add-artwork.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-51055" alt="Customize a rental by adding your favorite artwork" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Add-artwork.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-51055" class="wp-caption-text">Customize a rental by adding your favorite artwork</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: Jeff Jones Snap It </em></p>
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<h3><strong>Add color</strong></h3>
<p>If you are going to stay in the same rented apartment for a while, personalize it by painting the walls. Don’t be afraid to seek permission from your landlord. If you are not picking something too over the top such as fluorescent green or pink, you will most likely get the approval to give your apartment a fresh coat. Alternatively, vinyl wallpaper is a great way to spruce up your walls. They are easy to remove and mostly residue free. Plus, they are so thin that they almost look like a paint on the wall.</p>
<h3><strong>Area rugs</strong></h3>
<p>Most rented apartments come with the standard bland carpet. Even though you cannot remove it, you can always perk it up with a beautiful area rug. Apart from hiding flaws of outdated carpeting, these rugs will help you add interest and color to the room. There are so many styles and designs available that you will not have any trouble finding the one that suits your personality.</p>
<p>Similarly, add a fun welcome mat outside the entrance door, under the kitchen sink, and outside the bathroom door. Small creative touch ups like this can go a long way when it comes to personalizing your rental apartment.</p>
<figure id="attachment_51106" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-51106" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/apartment-interiors-ideas.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-51106" alt="apartment interiors ideas" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/apartment-interiors-ideas.jpg" width="500" height="327" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-51106" class="wp-caption-text">How can you make your apartment feel like home?</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: Clifton Leung Design Workshop</em></p>
<h3><strong>Use Accessories</strong></h3>
<p>Rental or not- accessories are one of the easiest ways to personalize any space. Throw pillows, lamps, shower curtains, planters, and tablecloths in interesting colors, textures, and patterns can quickly change the appearance of your apartment. To get the best deals, look for them at garage or yard sales. And remember you can always swap them easily when you crave for a change.</p>
<figure id="attachment_51054" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-51054" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Accessories.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-51054" alt="Use accessories to personalize your rental apartment" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Accessories.jpg" width="500" height="334" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-51054" class="wp-caption-text">Use accessories to personalize your rental apartment</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via:: Tamar Schechner</em></p>
<p>It’s always a challenge when it comes to personalizing your rented apartment. However, if you can get a little creative and think outside the box, you can certainly make a world of difference!</p>
<p>For more <a href="https://stagetecture.com/inspiration/home-decor/" target="_blank">home decor ideas</a> on Stagetecture, click here.</p>
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		<title>How to Decorate with Color in your Tiny Apartment Patio</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[John Chavez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:49:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Entry #2534, June 18, 2013 Living in an apartment can be quite challenging. One of the challenges that you can encounter is the availability of space, especially in your outdoor patio area. While there are apartments that offer wide floor area but the majority of the units are just enough for basic furnishings. But this...]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Living in an apartment can be quite challenging. One of the challenges that you can encounter is the availability of space, especially in your <a href="https://stagetecture.com/inspiration/outdoors/" target="_blank">outdoor patio</a> area. While there are apartments that offer wide floor area but the majority of the units are just enough for basic furnishings. But this will never prevent you from having a well-designed apartment.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Let’s start from your apartment’s patio. Well, you can’t expect this area to be <span class="GINGER_SOFATWARE_mark" id="37fda961-c45a-4b42-969f-8983c827b964">spacious</span>. But this can still be a functional and relaxing patio that you wanted. You just have to maximize the space and learn from the experts.</p>
<figure id="attachment_50062" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-50062" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-city-apartment-patio.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-50062" alt="small city apartment patio" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-city-apartment-patio.jpg" width="500" height="333" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-50062" class="wp-caption-text">Decorate your small city apartment patio with color</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: Deco Dice</em></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">If you want to know how to decorate your tiny apartment patio, here are some helpful ideas:</p>
<h3><strong>Maximize every corner</strong></h3>
<p>Using every corner of your patio will definitely help. For instance, choose any L-shape bench that will cover 2 sides of the patio. You can have them customized with your favorite furniture shop for proper fitting. As for your table, prefer smaller ones that can accommodate your coffee or any drinks. Don’t forget to place rugs at the bottom to add accent on the floor area.</p>
<figure id="attachment_50065" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-50065" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/urban-apartment-balcony.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-50065" alt="urban apartment balcony" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/urban-apartment-balcony.jpg" width="500" height="651" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-50065" class="wp-caption-text">Make your apartment balcony the most inviting ever!</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: Pinterest</em></p>
<h3><strong>Think outside of the box</strong></h3>
<p>This idea simply means you go out of the ordinary. You can actually save space when you forgo traditional table. Try a small side table that can be used as a chair when needed. It’s small but terrible, indeed! Also try the relaxing lounge chairs instead of the traditional patio chairs you know.</p>
<figure id="attachment_50064" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-50064" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-apartment-living-patio.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-50064" alt="small apartment living patio" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-apartment-living-patio.jpg" width="500" height="737" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-50064" class="wp-caption-text">Think out of the box when decorating your small apartment</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: House and Home</em></p>
<h3><strong>Make use of the balcony ledge</strong></h3>
<p>You can free up some space if you make use of your balcony ledge. The patio ledge can be utilized as your plants’ rack rather than using the floor area. This should give you a decent amount of space. The empty space vacated by the flower pots can be used for a comfortable bench.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">These are just some of the best ideas on how to decorate your tiny apartment patio. Feel free to implement any of these ideas to enhance your small patio space.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For more <a href="https://stagetecture.com/inspiration/outdoors/" target="_blank">outdoor ideas</a> on Stagetecture, click here.</p>
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		<title>Have to Move to a Smaller Home? Here&#8217;s the Great Benefits</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Entry #2531, June 17, 2013 If you are getting ready to downsize your home to a smaller one or you are interested in creating a more minimal life for you and your family, there are many benefits. From less housing costs to getting better organized, your smaller home can be a blessing in disguise. Image...]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">If you are getting ready to downsize your home to a smaller one or you are interested in creating a more minimal life for you and your family, there are many benefits. From less housing costs to getting better organized, your smaller home can be a blessing in disguise.</p>
<figure id="attachment_50010" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-50010" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-interiors-ideas.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-50010" alt="small interiors ideas" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-interiors-ideas.jpg" width="500" height="340" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-50010" class="wp-caption-text">There are benefits of living in a small home</figcaption></figure>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Image via: Home Decor Interior Design</em></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Having a small home should not be frustrating, but should rather have it as a challenge. In fact,  there are so many advantages in having a small home. </p>
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<p>If you want to know some of them, here are the benefits of having a small home and how you can enjoy its limitations:</p>
<h3><strong>Quick and easy housekeeping</strong></h3>
<p>Who needs a helping hand in cleaning your home. If you have a small space, you can actually do it by yourself. It won’t even spend your whole weekend to finish the cleaning – or probably won’t sweat you out. This is a huge advantage in terms of time and efforts. You can spend more quality time with your family rather than doing all the chores.</p>
<h3><strong>A small home is easier to afford</strong></h3>
<p>Lesser space, lesser furnishing, lesser expenses. Isn’t that a huge boost in your savings. With limited space, you will never be tempted to buy those luxurious and bulky furniture with a huge price tag. Of course, there’s no space for that in your home. But this doesn’t mean you can’t have a luxurious and elegant look in your interior. The fact is, minimalist home design is getting popular these days.</p>
<figure id="attachment_50012" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-50012" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-interiors-studio-ideas.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-50012" alt="small interiors studio ideas" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/small-interiors-studio-ideas.jpg" width="500" height="333" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-50012" class="wp-caption-text">Your small home can have more benefits than you know!</figcaption></figure>
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<h3><strong>You can find household items easily </strong></h3>
<p>Everything is visible and accessible. You will definitely not encounter problems like losing a remote control or a pair of slippers. Things are easy to find in case you have misplaced them. Just imagine how much time and arguments are spent when something is missing. With smaller home, this is never a problem.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">These are just some of the benefits you can get from a smaller home. So, think about it. Be proud of what you have and think of the positive side. Besides, it’s the people inside that makes a “house” a “home”, right?</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For more <a href="https://stagetecture.com/inspiration/home-decor/" target="_blank">small home ideas</a> on Stagetecture, click here.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 10:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Guest Blogger #755, Entry #1768, October 30, 2012 If you have a small apartment, you might think that your décor options are limited. Actually, that&#8217;s not so much the case. You simply have to be a bit more creative when it comes to designing your space in a way that will not monopolize what &#8220;little&#8221;...]]></description>
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<p>If you have a small apartment, you might think that your décor options are limited. Actually, that&#8217;s not so much the case. You simply have to be a bit more creative when it comes to designing your space in a way that will not monopolize what &#8220;little&#8221; room that you have.</p>
<p>This definitely requires some forethought, but don&#8217;t fret. We have five great designing ideas that anyone with a tiny apartment should consider; ones that will have you ending up with a place that will be just as impressive as anyone in the finest mansion in town:</p>
<figure id="attachment_36030" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-36030" style="width: 500px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-36030" title="small apartment living" src="https://stagetecture.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/small-apartment-living.jpg" alt="small apartment living" width="500" height="382" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-36030" class="wp-caption-text">Make the most of your apartment</figcaption></figure>
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<h3><strong>Make the most of your walls</strong>.</h3>
<p>Of course, walls serve a purpose. After all, apartments would not exist without them. However, sometimes we think that when it comes to the interior wall space, all we can pretty much do is hang a picture up. Nothing could be further from the truth. You can use your wall to put in a flat screen (which removes the need for a table for your television). You can use your wall to build a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf against. You can also use your wall to hang up a huge mirror that will provide the optical illusion that you actually have more space than you do (especially if it&#8217;s reflecting another room on the house).</p>
<h3><strong>Use lots of color</strong>.</h3>
<p>In many cases, you have to get permission from your landlord first, but if s/he is OK with you painting your walls, don&#8217;t be coy about it. Purples, greens, blues and yellows are all shades that provide plenty of personality to an apartment and if you use them as accent walls, it can also make a room look large than it actually is.</p>
<h3><strong>Purchase multi-purpose furniture</strong>.</h3>
<p>A sturdy futon can be a &#8220;couch&#8221; by day and a sleeper by night should you have a guest come and stay with you. An ottoman is perfect as a seat, a footstool and also a storage area for some of your magazines and other items. These are just two examples of how one piece of furniture can be used in more than one way. So, when you&#8217;re out shopping for a chair or desk, think of how you can use it for several purposes.</p>
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<h3><strong>Create a washer/closet.</strong></h3>
<p>If you look at some London or Rome apartment rentals, you might see this particular idea: Some spaces, like studio apartments, are so small that you have to double-up the use of rooms; including storage closets. Take a closet that has washer/dryer hook-ups, for instance. Why not purchase a stackable to put in there on one side and on the other, build your own closet where you can put some of the out-of-season items that you don&#8217;t presently need? It&#8217;s not only a space-conscious option, but it&#8217;s also a really cute design as well.</p>
<h3><strong>Invest in your windows</strong>.</h3>
<p>A beautiful window treatment work do wonders in any home whether it&#8217;s an apartment or a house. Therefore, make sure to spend some time looking at all of the ways that you can decorate your windows from curtains and drapes to blinds and shades. All you have to do is go to your favorite search engine and put &#8220;window treatment ideas&#8221; in the search field. The possibilities are (literally) endless. Have fun!</p>
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