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A minimalist interior design looks clean, organized and sharp. The basic idea is to make the most out of the pieces that you have. While this concept is typically put to use by renters with small apartments, the elegant design can be implemented in any sized apartment, if done right. Not only will minimalism make your space look bigger, but it can also help you save money along the way. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some of the mantras of minimalist design which help you save money:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Buying Less Furniture<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

An obvious way to save money through interior design is by purchasing less furniture. One option is to opt for pieces that\u00a0<\/span>with adaptive functionality<\/span>. This way, you only need to purchase one piece of furniture or appliance<\/span>, and it will<\/span>\u00a0achieve multiple purposes. A simple example is a toaster oven\u2014it can replace a toaster, conventional oven, and microwave all in one. You won\u2019t be able to achieve the same size as a regular oven, but that\u2019s not a big deal if your kitchen is already small.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Other ideal options include furniture that can expand or contract in size. Look for kitchen tables that have leaves or can fold at the sides, this way you keep it small for yourself, and then add additional table space for company. Ottomans can work as both a foot rest, as well as a storage space. Any piece of furniture that can serve various functions will l<\/span>eave you with more room and more money at the end of the day<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Finally, choose larger accent pieces as opposed to smaller knick-knacks. Just a few large pieces can tie the entire room together and give you a less cluttered appearance. They can even\u00a0<\/span>make the room look bigger<\/span><\/a>\u00a0than it actually is. Popular options could include wall art, a large house plant and sculptures.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cutting Down on Utilities<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s several ways to reduce utilities cost<\/a> by way of<\/span>\u00a0a<\/span>\u00a0minimalist interior design. One way is to cut down on the amount of TVs you own. Some people like to have a TV in nearly every room, but by reducing the number of TVs to one or none, you\u2019ll be less tempted to watch a lot of TV. Not only will you free up more space, but you won\u2019t need as many streaming services subscriptions either, freeing up more cash as well.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One way to reduce your energy bill is by improving your apartment\u2019s energy efficiency. A cheap and quick way to create more energy efficiency is by switching to LED light bulbs. Although they\u2019re more expensive than incandescent bulbs,\u00a0<\/span>LED bulbs<\/span>\u00a0are\u00a0<\/span>60% more efficient<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and can last more than\u00a0<\/span>ten times as long<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Decorative pieces can also have an effect.\u00a0<\/span>For instance,<\/span>\u00a0a carpet<\/span>\u00a0turns each room into a cozier space, but it<\/span>\u00a0can actually<\/span>\u00a0also<\/span>\u00a0retain heat. On the other hand, curtains and window coverings can help keep out air from outside, both hot and cold.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

An efficient way to save money is to make these purchases with a <\/span>no-fee debit card<\/span><\/a>. Hidden fees like overdraft and maintenance cost the average American household over $300 per year<\/span>. By cutting costs wherever you can, you\u2019ll have more money to spend on your interior design budget.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Thrifting<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the best ways to save money with a minimalist design approach is by thrift shopping. Rather than buying brand new pieces, you can thrift them for a fraction of the price. In many cases, these pieces are still in good shape and there\u2019s no reason they need to be put out of use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With a little bit of elbow grease, you can even\u00a0<\/span>restore furniture to look brand new<\/span><\/a>. A new coat of paint to add a pop of color, fixing small dents in wood or polishing metals can make a world of<\/span>\u00a0a<\/span>\u00a0difference.\u00a0<\/span>Y<\/span>ou should be able to<\/span>\u00a0do most of these restoration projects<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>yourself<\/span>, with minimal costs for supplies as well.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"repurpose<\/p>\n

Better yet, you can repurpose furniture to serve a completely different function. Turn an armoire into a pantry, or an old nightstand into a bar cart\u2014the options are endless. All you need is a bit of creativity and an open mind to look at furniture and imagine it as something else.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Curating your own interior design is imperative to making your apartment an enjoyable living space and personal to you. Using a minimalist approach is the best way to make the most of your space while still keeping things tidy. By utilizing the right strategies, you can use a minimalist interior design approach to save yourself time and money along the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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