Moving into your first college apartment is an exciting milestone in any student’s life, but it can be a challenge trying to transform an apartment’s bare walls and empty rooms into a space that feels your own. Fortunately, with some guidance and just a little bit of creativity, you can turn your first student apartment into a cozy and comfortable haven that reflects your unique personality. From incorporating welcoming design elements to showcasing sentimental items, there are myriad ways to add personality to your apartment without breaking the bank or losing your security deposit. Below, we outline five ways Gators can add personality to their Gainesville student apartments!
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Adding personal, sentimental items and decor throughout your student apartment will go a long way toward making it feel more like home. Showcase photos of friends, family, and meaningful memories throughout your apartment. Fill your space with knickknacks that reflect your personality, such as souvenirs, beloved art pieces, favorite books, and original crafts. Overall, you should strive to display items and pieces that make you smile, whether those are photographs of loved ones, quirky collections, or your favorite vinyl records. Even just a few sentimental items can help transform a generic space into a personal oasis.
An accent wall, also known as a statement wall, is a wall designed differently from the other walls in a room in order to draw attention or create a unique focal point. A bold accent wall can really help bring personality to a room. You can either use peel-and-stick wallpaper with a unique pattern for your accent wall or paint it your favorite color if your apartment allows that. You could also create an accent wall using nothing but photos, like a giant collage of your most treasured memories! In any case, an accent wall will instantly add charm and character to your student apartment!
Rugs, curtains, and drapes aren’t just cozy — they’re also excellent ways to express your unique style and personality. These pieces come in a wide variety of colors, styles, patterns, and textures, allowing you to mix and match the ones that best reflect you. A vibrant area rug can set the down for a lively common space, while cozy throw blankets could give your apartment a warm and relaxing feel. Choosing to decorate with several different textures, such as knit, velvet, faux fur, etc., can make your space feel chic and eccentric. No matter what your style, choose rugs, curtains, and throws that feel distinctly yours.
Thrift stores are treasure troves for finding unique, one-of-a-kind items that resonate with your personality. After moving into your student apartment, spend your first few weekends exploring nearby thrift stores for decor, furniture, and art that’s “uniquely you.” Go into each store with an open mind and search for items that match your vibe, feel like home, or even just remind you of an inside joke. Mixing eclectic, unique decor with more modern pieces can help create a stylish and distinctive space. The Gainesville area is brimming with thrift stores and markets where you’re sure to find one-of-a-kind pieces!
Living in Gainesville makes you a part of the Gator Nation, so why not use your apartment as an opportunity to show some school pride? Decorate with orange and blue accents on pillows, blankets, and wall art. Showcase Gator collectibles such as jerseys, posters, and other merchandise. You could even dedicate a space in your apartment to college memorabilia, slowly filling it in with pictures and keepsakes from campus events and time spent with friends. Making decorating a celebration of your college years is a great way to add personality to your student apartment!