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As you search for Mountlake Terrace apartments, you're searching for a home. You want a place to decorate, a space to call your own. If the idea of working with neutral wall colors bothers you, worry no more. Those neutral walls are the perfect backdrop for everything you bring in. In fact, they're the ideal canvas upon which your personal design can be brought to fruition.
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There are plenty of ways to create an interior design you'll love while working with the specific wall colors, flooring, cabinets and countertops already installed. Hopefully, these 10 ideas will offer inspiration:
- Choose colors that make you feel calm and spread the same palette throughout your apartment. Sticking with one color scheme will make space feel larger while also providing visual continuity.
- Introduce area rugs even if your apartment floors are covered in carpet. There's no rule against laying a rug over carpet, and it's an easy way to bring in style, color, and texture.
- Opt for a few large statement pieces of art rather than walls covered with smaller pieces. Not only will your home feel less cluttered, but it will also feel more thoughtfully decorated.
- Create an accent wall with temporary wallpaper. As the name implies, temporary wallpaper can be easily hung (and later, removed) without damage to walls. It is available in a surprising array of colors and patterns at a reasonable price.
- Show off your creativity by finding a different way to display your favorite pictures and collectibles. For example, an old-fashioned bar cart or antique buffet from a thrift shop can both be considered functional art.
- Add self-adhesive wall tiles to the kitchen backsplash for a fresh look.
- Use decorative window film to cover windows in rooms where you want both light and privacy. They're available in a myriad of designs and are easy to install (and remove).
- Go ahead and hang beautiful drapes, even when there are blinds in place. Make sure to purchase something you love so you can take them with you if you decide to move.
- Remove existing light switch covers and outlets and replace them with decorative covers. Remember to store the old ones somewhere safe so they can be replaced before you move.
- For a cozier home, add as many textures as possible. You can introduce texture through throw pillows, lampshades, and even art.
The ideal living situation is when you're in a place you're proud of that feels good to come home to. If you'd like to find out more about the apartment homes we have to offer, feel free to contact us.
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These days, the "farmhouse" look is appealing to many. Shiplap, hardwood floors and Edison light bulbs are all staples of this popular look. What if you live in an apartment and are unable to make major renovations? The good news is that you can still achieve the farmhouse look without losing your security deposit in the process.
Use Storage Baskets
Wicker storage baskets are your friend when you're trying to achieve a farmhouse look in just about any room of your apartment. Secure a few to your bathroom wall for handy towel storage. Place fresh fruit in wicker baskets throughout your kitchen. Use them in your living room for storing remotes and magazines. Not only are storage baskets very "farmhouse" in their design, but they're also inexpensive and convenient!
Incorporate Lots of Greenery
Greenery is yet another staple of the farmhouse look, and apartment living doesn't have to mean forgoing real plants altogether. Just make sure that any real plants you keep in your apartment have enough exposure to sunlight to keep them alive. And if all else fails, there's nothing wrong with fake plants, which you don't have to water or worry about putting near windows. You can find all kinds of gorgeous artificial plants at your local craft store. For a true farmhouse look, keep it simple with things like succulents in plain vases.
Spend an Afternoon Antiquing
Antique furniture is perfect for achieving that farmhouse look, so consider spending an afternoon at your local antique mall to see what you can come up with. Specifically, be on the lookout for rustic pieces like end tables and chairs to pull off the look. If you're really feeling creative, you might even consider distressing one of your own pieces of furniture or painting it with chalk paint to achieve a beautiful and rustic farmhouse look. The possibilities are really endless here, so have some fun with it!
Living in an apartment doesn't have to mean giving up on the farmhouse dream. There are all kinds of fun decor tips you can keep in mind to create this look. Seeking gorgeous apartments in Mountlake Terrace? Contact Taluswood Apartments to find out about our floor plans today!
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Taluswood Apartments in Mountlake, WA bring out the best of the Pacific Northwest. Sitting next to the mountains, the beauty of nature is just a few steps away. Open your doors and windows and breathe in the fresh air while listening to the world around you.
Using Natural Elements to Decorate
No matter what time of year, using natural elements to decorate your home is more than just a way to bring the beauty of nature inside. The colors and smells associated with nature cannot be rivaled by commercial air fresheners or silk plants. Using natural elements provides a natural feel to your home that makes it both comfortable and relaxing.
Sights and Smells
Fresh pine boughs and pine cones offer an abundance of fragrance in the winter. While it may be necessary to dip the cut ends in a small amount of wax to prevent pinesap from leaking, creating a decorative piece with pine cones and a small sprig of pine will release the woodsy smell throughout the room. During the summer, a bouquet of freshly cut flowers will brighten a room and allow the delicate aromas to waft through your entire apartment.
Rustic and Earthy
If you are into the rustic and earthy tones that natural elements can provide, you often look for unique decorative ideas to include those elements in your home. Pieces of driftwood, wooden bowls and stone accents can all add to the ambiance of your home. The colors and tones of natural elements create an earthy presence within your home that brings the beauty of nature inside.
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No matter how big or small your budget is, you want to stretch your dollar to the max. Decorating for less is possible if you think outside of the box (and the big box stores). Here are a few ideas for resourceful apartment residents to decorate the home of their dreams:
Pawn Shops
Are you a fan of pawn shop reality TV? Channel your inner star and check out your local pawn shop, where you can find some unique pieces offered at deep discounts. This is especially good for quirky decorations and one-of-a-kind items.
Estate Sales
Bring your cash and your designer's vision and you can score some great finds at estate sales. Here, you'll have a chance to snag everything from chic pieces to antiques. There will be competition, however, so come early and keep your eyes on the prize.
End-of-Season Sales
For basics and staples, keep an eye on local ads. Nearby furniture stores (or big box stores that happen to sell furniture) often slash prices at the end of the season or calendar year. Going Out of Business Sales is another good opportunity, too. You can also pick up trendy items like throw rugs and room diffusers this way.
Re-purposing Furniture
What's the best possible deal you can score on furniture? Using what you already have! If you have a few supplies and some DIY skills, you can:
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flip dresser drawers on their side to turn into a bookcase
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add trendy finishes to chairs
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replace tired old tabletops with something exciting like sleek glass
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give an old couch new life with trendy patterned cushion covers
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use appliance paints on ceramic and metal furnishings, like desk lamps, to add a pop of color
Tap Your Network
You can create a win-win situation with friends and family here. Offer to help them move and you'll take on any furniture or accessories they're leaving behind. This tip is a real winner if you know people with good taste.
Life in Taluswood Apartments in Mountlake Terrace, WA is trendy and lively. Are you ready to join this dynamic community? We have floor plans for singles and families of any size along with generous amenities. Interested? Contact us today to schedule an apartment viewing.
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Ikea is a great place for organizing things in your home. They have so many clever, stylish and affordable products that come in a variety of colors and styles. The following are a few fun ideas for how you can use Ikea products to organize your living space:
Tips for Organizing With Ikea Products
- Store your cleaning supplies in a Råskog cart. These small, wheeled, three-layer metal carts are great for keeping your cleaning supplies together while also being able to move them when you are ready to clean the next room. Because who really wants to buy separate cleaning products for each room?
- Divide a room with bookcases like Lack or shelves like Kallax. Use it to store beautiful items you have, such as antique books, statues, and pottery. Top it off with a beautiful runner, some lamps, or more statues. The room will still feel spacious while also creating more storage space for your items.
- Organize your socks and underwear with Komplement fabric boxes. When you are just waking up in the morning and getting ready for work, the last thing you want is to have to sort through a pile of unmatched socks and underwear to find what you need. Komplement boxes come in a variety of sizes. You can know exactly where to find what you are looking for; no more fumbling around to find the other matching sock.
- Store your cutting boards and mixing bowls on a rolling cart like Bror. Both cutting boards and mixing bowls get used a lot if you like to cook, and they take up a lot of valuable real estate. If you use a rolling cart, you can move them around to wherever you happen to be preparing a delicious meal. When your meal is ready, you can use the top to load food, plates, utensil, drinks, etc. and carry them to the eating area, saving yourself a lot of back-and-forth trips.
- Use Billy bookcases to make individual “lockers” for each person in your household. Use the top shelves to store hats, bags, scarves and other things. Empty out the middle shelves and install hooks to hang coats and backpacks. Use the lower shelves for shoes and boots.
Organizing can be a lot of fun at Taluswood Apartments in Mountlake Terrace. Call us today to see which floor plans are available.
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