Guest Post by Danielle Hegedus
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Personalizing your space in a city apartment can be a challenge. Most of us are working off of a budget, and if that didn’t already preclude a major furniture overhaul, transportation and many many flights of stairs would put the kibosh on that idea. That said, New York is a city full of artists ready to make the transition from “struggling” to “working.” Buy their work and turn your bedroom into a gallery of up and coming artists! There are also fantastic thrift and antique stores where you can find unique and affordable furniture, as well as smaller items to enhance your decor like picture frames, vases, and light fixtures. Spend a few hours roaming around Brooklyn Junk and you’re sure to find some design inspiration. Finally, don’t be afraid to be a little unorthodox. At Modernize, we know that New York is a city full of people whose creativity is fueled, not defeated, by limited square footage. Read on for tips on how to makeover your bedroom without breaking the bank.
Add Your Own Personal-But-Not-Permanent Touch with Removable Wallpaper
Wallpaper gets a bad rap. Allegedly, it’s hard to put up and even worse to remove, and apparently, it’s only for your grandmother! Not anymore. Removable wallpaper (sometimes called renter’s wallpaper) comes in an incredible selection of patterns and colors. It comes in small, easy to adhere sheets—no giant rolls to contend with and no soaking in water. To remove, wipe with a damp sponge. It’s super easy and stylish! You can find removable wallpaper almost anywhere these days. Shop around online or look at patterns in person at stores like Lowe’s and Urban Outfitters.
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Use Washi Tape to Make a Gallery Wall
We love a good gallery wall and typically recommend them as a way to inject color and style into a room that you can’t paint. If you like the idea of a gallery wall, but want to skip the high cost of custom framing (or the whole hammer and nails part), another great option is washi tape. Washi tape is highly decorative, so you can choose a pattern that you love. Plus it comes off of walls easily and leaves no permanent marks. You can tape off a pattern or create faux frames to add a fun, yet sophisticated look to your walls. You can find it at craft and scrapbooking stores or online.
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Warm Up Your Space With Custom Lighting
Skip the standard overhead light, and warm up your space with lamps You’ll completely change the look of the room without having to do any rewiring. Choose lamps that are cohesive with your furniture and other design choices to pull the room together. If you’re strapped for space, mount lightweight lamps to the wall—a great idea for night time readers.
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Add Height to Your Room with DIY Oversized Headboard
Creating a headboard out of an unexpected object, like a tapestry or curtain as shown here, creates a point of interest in the room. It makes a bold statement, maximizes the height of your ceilings, and allows your style to take front and center. Even better, this huge design element takes up almost no room. Salvaged doors or windows (if anchored properly) can also make eye-catching headboards while having the added benefit of being environmentally and budget friendly!
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Upcycle Your Possessions to Create Functional and Stylish Furniture
Storage is always a challenge with New York apartments, so why not make the most of the items you already own? Repurpose a bookshelf or even a step ladder as a nightstand. Love vintage suitcases? Stack them to create a bedside table and you can even store books or out-of-season clothes in them to make the space do double duty. There’s no reason to be matchy-matchy when you can be eclectic.
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