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Livingetc
Aditi Sharma Maheshwari

5 Lessons I've Learned Living in Small Apartments as a Design Editor to Make Rentals Feel Like Home

A small apartment filled with color.

You don't need to settle for bland just because you rent. There was a time I'd made peace with bare walls and basic furniture with the hope that one day I'd decorate my own home the way I wanted. And, I know that many renters feel the same way, too.

But, over the years, I've realized that there's no need to deny yourself the joy of decorating when there's plenty you can do with a few low-cost design hacks — you can spruce up your rental, your way, without drilling holes or moving walls.

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