Written by Nick Simard on 28.11.17
Moving to NYC comes with many perks, including close access to parks, reliable public transportation and unique hangout spots. But living in the Big Apple means you have to get creative to keep your apartment spacious. Luckily, there are several ways to make your space feel bigger.
Whether you’re considering living in luxury NYC rentals with studios, such as Regency Towers or Dryden East, or in a one-bedroom apartment near trendy NYC restaurants offering world-class cuisines, there’s more space in your home than you may realize. Here’s how you can visually expand your apartment square footage.
Baskets are your best friend when it comes to stylishly storing away knickknacks, but they’re also great for more practical items. Bring baskets into the bathroom to hold toiletries or rolled towels. Hang wire baskets from the ceiling or under cabinets in the kitchen to hold produce, and increase your storage space even further.
There’s tons of vertical space you can leverage when you add storage to your doors. Hang shoe holders behind your doors to hold anything shoe-size or smaller, including socks and jewelry.
Add shelves to the back of your cabinet doors to get more storage space in your kitchen or bathroom. Use these shelves to hold cleaning supplies, such as brushes, sponges and spray bottles, or hair supplies, such as electric shavers or curling irons.
Instead of a standard coffee table, look for one that comes with storage. Ditch a standard couch for a sofa bed to provide sleeping space for guests. Purchase pieces that can store and act as seating, allowing you to maximize on storage and space.
Take advantage of the space underneath your bed by using boxes to store seasonal items, such as sweaters or scarves. You can also use boxes with wheels or handles for big items, such as comforters, for easy access and to save space in your apartment.
When you buy something new, make sure you throw something out. Keeping too many things in your space can add clutter over time. Keep your digs clutter-free by removing an item for every new one you buy.
You can live large in the Big Apple by applying these simple tips to make your space look larger. There are also tons of options for leasing apartments in NYC. Carlyle Properties makes living large a lifestyle with its luxury apartments in NYC, including Carlton Towers, The Towne House, Ambassador East and The Wellesley. Whether you’re looking for studios in Chelsea or Midtown East apartments near work, you can live in luxury and close to the NYC action when you live at one of Carlyle Properties’ apartments in NYC.
Topics: NYC Apartments
