Interior Designer – Colourbox Interior
Moving in together is a brand new milestone in your relationship—but when your home's as tight as a shoebox, living in a small apartment may not be as easy as it seems. Here are 5 simple tips to keep in mind as you conquer wedded life as a couple without unnecessary squabbles!
Interior Designer – Fuse Concept
1. Make sure you each have your own space
While the whole house is a shared space, it's good to have a spot to call your own. Each of you should have an individual space to indulge in your respective hobbies. He might relax at the bar counter, with a drink in hand, while she lounges at the bay window with her favorite book.
Interior Designer – Juz Interior
2. Prepare plenty of storage space
Here's an important step not to miss when renovating—maximize your space by incorporating as many storage solutions as you can! Keep in mind that you should have some empty cabinets and shelves to fill up over the years.
Interior Designer – Third Avenue Studio
3. Don't leave a mess
Do your part to tidy up as you go. Less mess means more space to enjoy, and who doesn't want to come home to a fresh, clean space after a long hard day at work? More importantly, cleaning up after yourself means not having to burden your partner with having to clear your stuff. In a shoebox apartment, who has space for mess, anyway?
Interior Designer – Space Atelier
4. Take note of each others' schedules
One way to be considerate to your other half is by respecting each others' schedules. Turn down the volume when she's already tucked in and ready for bed. If you're waking up early, close the bathroom door so the light doesn't shine onto the bed. In the long run, the small things matter.
Interior Designer - DISTINCTidENTITY
5. Be patient and kind
Dealing with each other's strange idiosyncrasies might take a lot of getting used to, especially in a small apartment. Therefore, patience is the virtue you'll need to keep in mind when staying together. In moments of frustration, take a deep breath and keep your words kind!
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