Ashley Abramson Contributor Ashley Abramson is a writer-mom hybrid in Minneapolis, MN. Her work, mostly focused on health, psychology, and parenting, has been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Allure, and more. She lives in the Minneapolis suburbs with her husband and two young sons. Follow Ashley
You want your first apartment to feel like you — but that’s quite a daunting task if you’ve never been responsible for decorating a home before! What happens if you don’t know what, exactly, your interior design style is? If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to finding your style, start below. We … Read more
No matter how experienced you are with furnishing or decorating a home, you’re probably very familiar with offerings from IKEA, big-box stores, and even someplace like Facebook Marketplace. Want to expand your options for interior design resources? Look no further than this list of lesser-known spots. Obviously “budget-friendly” is a relative term (something you’ll learn … Read more
It’s totally understandable if you think living in a rental apartment means you’re pretty much stuck with the bathroom and kitchen you’ve got. After all, even if you’re able to paint with permission from your landlord, cabinets, tiles, and flooring are all permanent items. However, if you’re willing to get creative, you can absolutely give … Read more
You did it: You signed the lease on your first apartment. And you can’t wait to make it your own. The reality is, no matter how much or how little money you have to spend when decorating your first apartment, planning out your overall budget from the get-go is a must. Here, experts explain how … Read more
Moving into your first apartment is a big deal — you’re finally in a space that’s totally yours, and you’ve likely put a lot of time and energy into finding it. So, as you begin this new chapter, it’s important to be intentional about what purpose you want your apartment to serve. Of course, that’s a … Read more
When you move into your very first apartment, you have a to-do list approximately 1,000 feet long that covers everything from inspecting the place for issues to familiarizing yourself with the local area. Crossing items off that list feels phe-nom-en-al. But when it comes to one task on that list — decorating said apartment — the best … Read more
With any space, it’s tricky to figure out the perfect layout. But when it’s your first apartment? That takes tricky to a whole new level. Chances are you don’t have much experience to glean from, nor do you have the square footage of your dreams (yet!). On the bright side, there’s plenty of opportunity to … Read more