How to Create an Interior for a Couple: 10 Best Ideas

With a cozy paradise and a tent. But when it comes to setting up a shared nest, even the most loving couple must go through disagreements and debates. How to organize a shared space and maintain peace in the family? We found at least 10 answers to this question.

1. Who is the Boss in Renovation: 5 Principles of Collaborative Family Interior Design

Often, the most problematic point in a couple's relationship is setting up their shared home. In most cases, the size and layout of an apartment do not allow for separate rooms for both partners where each could create their dream interior. We'll show you how to find a compromise and share 5 effective techniques.

2. When There's Nothing to Hide: Tips for Setting Up a Studio for Two

A small apartment is a space that can be hard to organize even for one person, let alone a couple. This project is a successful example of setting up a living space that fits two people. The result on just 27 square meters was achieved thanks to thoughtful room design and delicate blending of masculine and feminine decor.

3. Work Together: How to Create a Home Office for Two

In recent years, more and more people prefer to work from home – it's comfortable and saves time spent commuting to the office. However, for couples where both are freelancers, there's an inevitable question: how to set up two workspaces in an apartment without interfering with each other? We've collected several options for different-sized homes.

4. Almost Your Own: Rental Apartment as a Space for Collaborative Creativity

Designers Ekaterina Blokhina and Anton Korenev did a renovation in a rented studio. They shared the recipe for turning temporary housing into a creative space for a highly creative couple. The main secret – more freedom, less cost!

5. Ancient Beliefs: A Spouse's Bedroom Project in the Former Children's Room

For young couple Alina and Konstantin, designer Maria Talmacheva and the program "School of Renovation" transformed the former children's room into a solid family bedroom. The designer placed the wood element in focus: according to ancient Scandinavian myths, it symbolizes family warmth.

6. Urbanism – A Solution for Two: Atmospheric Interior Design for a Young Couple

The project of the "Apartment Question" in the living room of a young Anokhin family was designed by designer Milla Rezanova: the touching emotional essence of a woman and the solid character of a man were fully expressed in the contrast between the concrete wall and vibrant accessories.

7. Yin and Yang: A Two-Person Project in Odintsovo

When choosing a single style for two people, it's easiest to agree on minimalism. Its clear lines appeal equally to men and women. The contrast between white and dark wood tones creates the necessary dramatic effect against calm forms.

8. The Art of Relaxing Apart: Studio Project for Newlyweds in Krasnogorsk

When a husband and wife spend a lot of time at work, they begin to dream of a home where they can comfortably relax and recharge. Designer Evgenia Mikhailova tried to organize personal chill-out zones for each member of the young family, creating additional relaxation areas on the balcony and in the bathroom.

9. Strength and Gentleness – The Perfect Balance: 5 Tips for Decorating a Spouse's Bedroom

It's not easy to decorate a bedroom for young marrieds, especially when the couple has different tastes and doesn't agree on what makes an ideal interior. Men usually prefer a bold minimalism with muted colors, while women often lean toward more romantic and colorful styles in interiors. To reach the desired compromise, use our tips.

10. Harmony as a Gift: Two-Room Apartment for a Couple in Their Middle Years

For adults, having personal space and separate storage systems is more important than for very young newlyweds. The apartment in Balashikha was designed by designer Anton Elistratov without input from future residents – the owner's parents had to move in immediately after the renovation. It was necessary to use a universal recipe: lots of space for personal belongings, relaxation, and creativity.