Moving in with a significant other is considered by many to be one of the best and most exciting milestones in anyone’s life. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to experience disagreements along the way, especially if your tastes differ to a large degree.
If you need help in marrying your decorating style with your partner to create a harmonious living space, follow this guide.
Keep Things Neutral
To prevent clashes, avoid painting your walls with colors that denote masculinity or femininity such as blue and pink. You’d be safer to stick with neutrals such as whites, browns, and greys to accommodate both of your belongings which may come in an array of colors.
This rings especially true for big-ticket items that you both use. Unless you both fell in love with a heavily colored piece of furniture, sticking to neutrals can help prevent feelings of resentment.
If you’re newly married or just moved in together, this white couch would make for an excellent starter sofa.
Display Stuff You Both Like
It’s okay if you and your SO are not always on the same page when it comes to interior design. The key here is discussing your negotiables and non-negotiables. For example, you can create a voting system where both of you would agree to let the other keep three items of their choosing. Compromise on what you can let go of to save room for the things that are precious.
You can also trim down the things that you own and replace them together. Who can say no to these Mackenzie-Childs chairs, which are a perfect couple’s statement? You can get this luxury brand at a bargain from Ava’s Attic!
Opt for Plenty of Storage
Allocating plenty of storage helps prevent chaos when two people move in together. You can avoid getting your stuff mixed up and have a place for items that you haven’t decided what to do with yet.
While some people prefer a huge built-in cabinet, you might want to consider buying in twos. We think it’s hard not to like this showstopping pair of restoration hardware chests which is also good for feng shui.
Feel Free to Express Yourself
Just because you stay neutral on the bigger things doesn’t mean that you can’t express your own personality. After all, this is your home, and it’s important to make sure that your presence is known. Without a trace of your personal style in there, you won’t enjoy living in it.
However, you might want to tread lightly, because it is someone else’s home too. Start with something small such as accessories and décor that won’t look like you’re marking your territory, so to speak. Another idea is to assign specific areas that you can design individually.
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You and your partner may have different styles, but with creativity, compromise, and respect, you’ll both have fun decorating your new home. Be sure to stop by Ava’s Attic on Facebook to see more great finds at competitive prices!
