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Especially nowadays, living in an apartment is more common than ever. With so many different floor plans, styles, and sizes out there, apartment living is starting to feel a lot more like home. While floor plans can provide a great look and feel, how you decorate can provide the warmth and comfort you desire. In this post, we’ll discuss five easy ways to decorate your apartment.
Bring On the Light
While a dark, gloomy apartment is great when watching a horror flick, adding some light can make a huge difference. Try adding light-colored wall decor, such as a gallery wall or hanging tapestry, or utilizing a nice rug.
Utilize Curtains
With so many different styles of curtains out there, you can really get creative with the look of your apartment. Create some height by using curtains that go from the ceiling to the floor, or try adding curtains with creative designs to give your apartment some life.
Add Lamps and Extra Light
Aside from the use of color and furniture, lights create a sense of a warm and welcoming home. In addition, utilizing light can make your apartment seem larger and more inviting.
Prioritize, Prioritize
It's vital to decorate according to your priorities. If you work from home or spend a lot of time at the computer, consider adding a desk that’s in the perfect location. It’s important to really take the time to figure out what truly matters most with your decor.
Splash Some Color
Although utilizing white space can make your apartment seem larger, too much white can create a boring look and feel. Try to spice up your decor by adding some color throughout the apartment, and try utilizing creative wall decor to create more balance and style.
With sophisticated floor plans, large living quarters, and creative designs, The Montrose creates a warm and welcoming feel to anyone who steps inside. Our Chicago, IL apartments are conveniently located in the city, so you’re right down the street from everything you love most. To find your next dream home, call us today to schedule a tour!
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Apartments in Chicago, IL can be noisy. Even if you have polite neighbors, the fact is noise travels easily. You may hear children running across floors, toilets flushing or a loud television playing at any given hour. Having a sanctuary within your apartment free of noise is invaluable. Here are the top soundproofing hacks for your Chicago apartment (no construction required).
Throw Down a Throw Rug
Although you may be a fan of all things minimalist, empty spaces within your apartment could be creating an echo effect. Sound could be traveling around the room and bouncing right back to you. Although wall hangings and drapes are helpful, focus on your flooring. An area rug, especially a plush style, will help absorb the sound in any room.
Curtains Galore
Heavy drapes are a must if you’re looking to cut down on any noise coming in from the outdoors. However, door curtains can also be a low-cost soundproofing hack. Use curtains to completely cover your entrance doors as well as any doors leading out to a deck or patio. Before you use curtains, check for any gaps in the doorways and windows that could be contributing to the noise level.
Put Up a Bookshelf
A bookcase is a perfect soundproofing hack — especially if you have a shared wall with a neighbor. Choose a large-sized bookcase and fill up each shelf with as many books as you can. As a bonus, guests to your apartment will be very impressed with your reading collection.
Rearrange the Living Space
One of the easiest fixes for too much apartment noise may be resolved by simply moving around the furniture in each room. Can’t sleep at night because of too much noise next door? Move your bed away from the shared wall. You could also place a television against any shared walls.
Wall and Ceiling Textiles
Decorate a space using noise reduction for inspiration. Canvas, foam and rubber are all textiles that will absorb and block out sound. Use tapestries, canvas wall prints, textile mats and more to decorate any open space on your walls and ceilings.
Enjoy Chicago, IL apartment living at The Montrose, located in the heart of the uptown district. With stylish and well-appointed luxury apartments, you’ll never want to leave home again. Call today for more information.
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