It’s that time of the year again! Colorful, multipurpose apartment decor are popping up at our favorite stores around town. The nostalgic feeling that comes with knowing that college students are either getting ready to leave home in hopes of a new adventure or getting back to the routine they’ve come to know as a seasoned university student is what compelled us to write this blog post. There’s no need to get flustered by the limited space, Nan and Company Properties/Christie's International Real Estate is here to make sure you’re able to maximize your housing of choice.

 

 1.   Purchase Multi-purpose furniture

Maximizing your space is all about investing in multipurpose furniture/decor! Use half the space but double the functionality to get the most out of the limited space you have. Multifunction bed risers don’t just give you more under the bed storage, they also double as convenient outlets. These more accessible outlets replace the ones that are usually hidden behind your bed. Not only are you now able to plug in your electronics easily, but you’re also able to use the 7 inches under your bed as storage space. Investing in storage containers that fit perfectly under the bed is the best way to store extra clothes, sheets, or towels.

 

 

2. Use your wall space

Whether it’s an adhesive pinboard, an over the door shoe rack, or hanging jewelry organizer, maximizing your limited space includes using your walls for more than just wall decor. The key is to find different ways to bring in your essentials without taking up too much floor room. These cloth boards from PB Teen use adhesive strips so you won’t have to worry about damaging your walls.

 

3. Rearrange Your Furniture

 

Avoid feeling cramped this school year by moving your bed to a corner or relocating your dresser to inside your closet. These slight changes can instantly give you more space to work with. Bulky furniture is known to take up most of your floor space, so thinking outside the box and getting creative can really help you add more space to your room.

 

4. Organize Your Desk Area

 

Pushing your desk into a corner is one way to take advantage of your space, another way would be to keep your desk organized. Clutter from your desk can easily spill into the rest of the room if not filed away, so getting desk organizers that don’t take up too much room is a smart move. Taking advantage of your wall space also ensures that your desktop won’t make your room seem smaller than it is.

 

5. Choose Wisely

Lastly, our last tip on how to maximize your space is to remember that less is always more! Being smart about what essentials you bring into your new home will not only keep your room from being cramped, but it will save you lots of money on storage.

 

 

With long days and late-night study sessions ahead, there’s nothing better than having a living space that you love and look forward to coming home to. Whether you’re on or off-campus, we know that college students don’t always have space or budget needed to fully furnish their new homes, thankfully, Nan and Company Properties/Christie's International Real Estate is here to make sure you get a bang for your buck!