Studio apartments have become an appealing housing option for many, as they are generally both affordable and easy to maintain. Studio apartments give renters the opportunity to spend less money on utilities and living expenses and less time on cleaning and performing maintenance so that they can prioritize their passions. Studio living can be quite tricky at first, but by implementing these trips you will be able to maximize your studio space in no time.

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  Reduce clutter

  Decluttering for a Spacious Studio

  The first (and most obvious) way to maximize your studio apartment is to cut back on clutter. Before you do anything else, take a day or two to lay all of your belongings out in front of you. Which of these items are most important to you? What items do you use on a daily basis? What items could you just not live without?

   

  Establish the purpose of your space

  Decluttering for a Spacious Studio

  As beneficial as studio living can be, the reality is that it is also quite limiting. When downsizing your living space, it is important that you take care in prioritizing what you value most. Do you intend to entertain guests regularly, or do you just need a space to unwind and relax? Our homes are an extension of ourselves and our needs, ensure that you design your space in such a way that these needs are met in full. 

   

  Embrace minimalism

  Decluttering for a Spacious Studio

  Minimalist styles are not for everyone, but there is a definite practicality to embracing minimalist design when you live in a studio apartment. Select furniture that is versatile and compact, embrace neutral colors, reduce clutter and avoid over decorating. If you have the heart of a maximalist, select a few statement pieces that catch your eye. When done right, you should be able to blend the benefits of minimalist design with the visual interest offered by these statement pieces to create a living space that is both practical and engaging.

   

  Install a murphy bed

  Decluttering for a Spacious Studio

  Installing a murphy bed will allow you to free up a considerable amount of open space that can be used for exercising, entertaining guests, or any other purpose that you could imagine. More than this, having the option to fold your bed up into the wall during the day will increase your mental energy when you are working at home, as it will prevent you from associating your entire apartment as the bedroom.

   

  Invest in furniture that doubles as storage

  Decluttering for a Spacious Studio

  Having multi purpose furniture is essential when you are living in a studio apartment. Almost every piece in your home should serve more than one purpose. Multi-purpose furniture may be more costly or difficult to find, but when you are living minimally every bit of extra storage will be more than worth the extra cost and effort. If you consider yourself handy, or know someone who is, you can also look into modifying existing furniture to fit your needs. Doing this yourself will allow you more freedom to customize your space.

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