Decorating a space you’re simply renting is a challenge. Especially when apartment living room ideas that consider all your limitations aren’t as common, and all the gorgeous living rooms you see don’t really fit your needs. There’s no need to worry, though, because we’re here to give you apartment living room ideas and inspirations that’s definitely renter-friendly.
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Apartment Living Room Ideas: Renter-Friendly Design Inspiration
How to solve all your apartment decoration woes
A few issues come with renting an apartment: you can’t paint the walls (unless you’re allowed to), install anything permanent (there’s always a chance of moving out), and break down any walls. On top of all that, apartments aren’t usually large spaces, so you’re left with the challenge of decorating a small living room.
Good thing we’ve got just the right apartment living room ideas that are also renter-friendly.
1. Make the space your own
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Even with all the constraints, don’t forget that the apartment living room ideas you choose should make it a space you want to stay in. Rearrange the furniture, add your favorite prints, frame your most treasured photos—whatever it takes to make your apartment a home.
You can check out more tips on turning your apartment into a cozy home at RealSimple.
2. Declutter the walls
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If you can’t really do much with the walls, then don’t. Clutter-free walls still look great, and make for a minimalist, clean design concept.  This condo makeover from The DIY Playbook incorporates lots of great apartment living room ideas without cluttering the walls—they even got a mirror that can make the room look bigger.
3. Your living room is multi-purpose
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Apart from a bedroom, a kitchen, and a living room, there really isn’t that much space left. So make the most out of it! Add book shelves, make a study or reading nook, put in a media console, and create whatever other space you need. Take inspiration from this living room that has floating shelves with a lamp and a photo frame embedded.
4. Try wall decals instead of painting
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If you really want to add some character to your walls (especially if they’re plain white), try wall decals. You can get stickers or even 3D decals. They’re definitely trendy, easy to install, and even easier to take off. For more gorgeous DIY decor projects for renters, check out this list by DIY Ready.
5. Floating shelves are a great option
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If you really must mount some shelving, floating shelves are your best bet. You can mount them yourself, and you can mount as many as you want. They’re multi-purpose additions to your living room—for display as well as storage.
6. Take every storage opportunity
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Everything you bring into your living room can be a storage opportunity. Especially if you’re in a small space, choose furniture that does more than one thing. This storage shelf is a really great idea because it also doubles as a divider between your living room and another space.
7. You can decorate floors, too
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While we’re all focused on walls and furniture, don’t forget that you can decorate the floors too! Pick a rug or two—it’s one of those really simple apartment living room ideas that don’t require mounting or installation.
8. Get decor that double as organizers
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A big part of keeping your living room clutter-free is making sure everything’s well-organized. So aside from storage space, make room for pieces that also serve as organizers. This ladder doubles as a space to put your towels, or you can even use it as a coat and scarves hanger.
9. Match your decor to the room’s color
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If you pick an apartment with walls already painted, then simply color-coordinate! This living room took advantage of the teal walls and added touches of pink and white. Check out this guide to choosing the right color scheme to make your living room look bigger.
10. Tables are also a chance to decorate
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When you’re dealing with a small space, every item gives you an opportunity to decorate—especially tables. Instead of getting one big center table, why not get several smaller ones? A smaller coffee table gives you more space for a sofa, and it gives you space to move around. Some coffee tables let you create decor nooks on free walls—put up photos, prints, even a mirror.
11. Curtains over blinds
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Aside from being the inexpensive choice, curtains are much easier to switch around. They also make your living room homier by letting more sunlight in.
For more apartment living room ideas, check out House & Home:
That wasn’t so hard, was it? Apartment living room ideas are all about taking the space you already have, and making it great. Identify your problem spots, then find creative ways to decorate and design around them.
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Originally posted on June 28, 2016 @ 1:38 AM
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