5 Ways to Create Cozy Living Spaces in an Apartment: Simple Tips Based on Real Examples

Some people look for cute interior decoration ideas, while others seek solutions to specific household problems. Based on the renovation of Pavel Foteev, we offer several tips that are suitable for furnishing typical housing in Russia and the CIS.

1. Compact Entrance Hall
An excellent solution for a studio where there is little free wall space and sturdy partitions — a floor mirror on the entrance door. Usually, thick, reliable door panels are installed at entrances, so additional load is not a problem. The key is to choose a convenient frame for mounting and securely install the mirror. This will allow you to assess your appearance before going out and create 'proper feng shui'.
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2. Well-Forgotten Old Things
Sometimes excellent decor is closer than we think. Perhaps you have vintage furniture and accessories that can be given a new life through restoration. Pavel refreshed high-quality parquet throughout the area with filling in sections under broken walls, as well as refurbished a family cabinet. Ordinary polishing or painting in a trendy shade will not only update the item but also reinterpret its style and place within the interior.

Don't be afraid to combine design trends and add a creative touch to everything around you. Choose bright upholstery for your grandmother's chairs, coat an old wooden table with colored resin, cover grandfather's carved figures with a gold coating — and all this will decorate your stylish modern home.
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3. Cozy Balcony
To bring more light into your apartment, you can fully glaze the balcony using impact-resistant tempered glass and aluminum frames. For protection from direct sunlight and prying eyes, some of the glass can be treated with semi-matte construction film. It is inexpensive and easy to apply with a roller on cleaned surfaces. The balcony floor can be covered with laminate and insulated.
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4. Living Artworks
There's nothing more pleasant than combining aesthetics and functionality. Modern TVs can serve as permanent decor. In standby mode, these devices display selected graphic files that you can change at any time. Find a family photo, a reproduction of a famous artwork, or neutral wallpaper to create a pleasant accent in the interior.
Pavel Foteev

5. Elegant Workspace
Space constraints are often encountered in modern new builds and renovated Khrushchev-era apartments, so every compact and functional detail is worth its weight in gold. Pavel chose an elegant desk with drawers on thin legs. It doesn't consume space like models with solid sides, yet maintains its direct functionality.

Enhance the refined visual style with minimalist contour shelves and mobile lighting fixtures. You can find a wealth of creative and practical items for your interior in our store.
Pavel Foteev