Chic Potential: 5 Stylish Things To Do For Your New Apartment
Most people want their home to be an extension of their personality. Therefore, moving to a new abode, be it a detached house or an apartment, is the perfect opportunity to manifest their unique aesthetics.
It doesn’t matter if the developer has tastefully designed the place, a new homeowner will still want to incorporate new stylistic features to make the house completely feel like theirs.
If you recently purchased one of the many high-end apartments for sale in Dubai, you’re most likely already thinking of ways to maximise its potential to be a house that reflects your style. Honestly, there are too many ideas to work with to do this; but here are five smart ones to get you started.
1. Enlarge openings
One of the common issues when it comes to apartment units are the skinny or narrow doors and entryways.
Quite often, developers scale down features according to the full size of a unit to create the illusion of adequate space. However, while this is an effective design strategy for such purpose, it’s not the only one that you can use - you can go the opposite way and get even better results.
Enlarging openings such as doors and entryways can be a smarter use of space. Plus, it can make the overall interior design look more sophisticated. So, see if you can add height and width to doors and entryways.
Likewise, consider a galley instead of a fully enclosed room. These changes can really open up the space and ensure a better flow of movement in your new home.
2. Light up all your storage
Ask any architect or interior designer about home features that automatically provide instant glam, for sure, they’ll mention storage solutions that have built-in automatic lighting. These make for the special “tada” moment and more than that, they make storage features more functional.
With built-in automatic lighting for drawers, cabinets, and wardrobe closets, you can quickly find what you need. On top of that, when you have these illumination solutions installed, you’ll want to keep your storage implements in perfect order.
3. Decorate with lights
If you are working with limited space, it’s best not to fill up floor space with decorative items. Instead, elevate the style of the different rooms in the apartment with lights that usually do not take up any floor space. Play around with pendant lights, recessed lighting, chandeliers, sconces, and table lamps to add texture and personality to spaces.
Apart from lighting equipment, you also need to pay attention to windows and curtains and how they can work together to bring in natural lighting. A quick curtain making course should teach you both basics and advanced methods.
4. Add colour, texture, warmth to rooms with area rugs
Again, if you feel like conventional home decor tends to just clutter up space, you don’t have to resort to them if you want more colour and rich textures for your apartment. You can achieve both with beautiful residential carpet tiles or rugs. Choose hues and patterns that either complement or contrast with the dominant colours of your apartment.
Likewise, experiment with varying shapes and materials for these floor treatments, particularly for area rugs. Doing so will create cosy and eye-catching spots in your apartment.
5. Opt for sliding doors
Sliding doors are always a smarter option for chic homes. They don’t make a lot of noise, and they can always be customised to suit the dimensions of small homes. With pocket sliding doors that disappear into the walls, you automatically alter the size and shape of a room and also improve the flow of movement.
Moving into a new apartment is usually an exciting experience, but it’s an infinitely more satisfying one if the place is styled to visually and functionally meet your requirements.
Hopefully, if all you want is a chic and sleek abode that reflects your personal style, the few tips shared here will allow you to transform your latest residence into one easily.
Author Bio
Mark Tolland is the Founder and Managing Director at Abode Property, a boutique real estate brokerage firm providing top-notch, personalised services to discerning landlords looking to sell or let out their premises in prime locations of Dubai like Marina, Downtown and The Palm. The firm also advises global HNIs looking to rent or buy a prized asset in Dubai, and prides itself in upholding high service standards, ethics and accurate advice.
