Moving to a new place brings with it a very abrupt adaptation process, whether it is a property or a rental apartment. This feeling of newness and being out of place prevents a true sense of comfort for a period of time that sometimes persists weeks and months after move-in day.

This feeling can be overwhelming: four white walls, a bunch of boxes, and disharmony. Fortunately, there are many ways to personalize your space, adding little details that will gradually make you feel at home, so take note of each item on this list as you turn your new apartment into a cozy home.

UNPACK EVERYTHING ESSENTIAL AND PERSONAL

As elementary as it may sound, once you move in, start unpacking. There will be some things that you will need to unpack first, such as kitchen equipment, bedding and something to sit on, as this process can take several days and ignore the giant pile of boxes with work schedules, personal lives and which implies everything related to change of housing.

However, do not forget to bring out some personal items that will make you feel at home and give you a good idea of what things will look like in your new home.

ADD RHYTHM

Make unpacking fun; add music to the day, with those favorite hits that remind you of home. Music helps you reduce stress, so you can put some rhythm in unpacking work with the help of your favorite playlist.

NOTHING LIKE THE SCENT OF HOME.

A new apartment at first will always have a different scent, which you may find difficult to get used to. Smells have the ability to awaken feelings and memories, so you can use a room deodorizer with the aroma that you like the most, and let it perfume your whole house, alternatively, you can light some scented candles or incense

UNPACK THE BIG THINGS

Get all the big stuff out and set up first, like your lamps, furniture, and anything that needs to be put together. This will help you visualize what your new apartment will look like and will let your creativity run wild.

MAKE YOUR BED

Nothing is as cozy and comfortable as getting into a freshly made bed with freshly laundered sheets, if you’re trying to figure out how to make a home cozy, you should start by immediately making your bed and laying down to relax.

PREPARE THE BATHROOM

It is very important to give priority to the kitchen and bathroom when unpacking and reorganizing the home. Prepare your medicine cabinet and decide how you want your new sink and vanity area to look. Little tasks like this make all the difference when you want to feel at home in your new apartment.

ILLUMINATE THE SPACE

If you are feeling claustrophobic in your new little space, there are a few things you can do to open it up. An easy way to do this is to open the windows, but if you are in a small city apartment and do not have access to natural light, that might not help much. For this, you can resort to the use of incandescent bulbs that will give your home a warm tone. By investing in good lighting, almost any apartment can be instantly made homier with the introduction of well-placed light fixtures.

We recommend these types of lights as fluorescent lighting can be harsh and unpleasant.

Candles will also add a good amount of warmth and coziness to a space; just make sure you put out the flames when you leave the room

UNPACK A PIECE OF HOME

You will never be able to fully recreate the feeling of the home of your youth, but you can immediately unpack some of the items that hold close memories of it. It can be a special piece of furniture, pictures of friends and family, the music box from your old bedroom or that basket that lasted through four years of university, those things that keep that feeling of warmth for you, and incorporate them into your space to experience feelings home no matter where you live.

MAKE A SECURITY CHECK

Protecting yourself, your family and your home is one of the main ways to find comfort in the space where you spend most of your day. The fundamental thing for this is to do a security review and vulnerabilities to unwanted visits. Check all your doors and windows for potential security issues right when you move in. You will feel more secure knowing your window and door locks are safe and secure. If not, call your property manager right away and they can come over to install a temporary solution or fix the problem.

KEEP IN TOUCH

If you have not moved far from home and still have friends around, host a dinner or small group gathering as soon as your new apartment is tidy. That will give you that comfort of home, with all your friends chatting and having fun in your new space.

If you are moving away from your old residence, and do not have close friends, do not be shy about making new relationships, as living in an apartment means having regular contact with other people. In order to make this experience as pleasant as possible, introduce yourself to the nearest neighbor’s right after you move in. This will not only give you a sense of community and friendship, but your neighbors will also appreciate the gesture.

DECORATE WITH PLANTS

Natural flowers and plants connect the home with its natural surroundings and bring color and life to the interiors. They are another great way to create a sense of home in your new apartment, and they are well recognized for their ability to positively influence our mood and reduce stress, among other things.

FINALLY, ENJOY A REST

When everything is done and tidy, all that remains is to fully enjoy your new apartment, so you can lie back on your sofa, put on a movie you like and relax.

With these suggestions, you will find that home comfort much faster in your new apartment, for more tips and advice on everything related to moving, you can contact us through the number (305) 5390553 or write to us at [email protected], Online Movers & Storage we will be ready to help you.