Posts Tagged ‘Storage’

Wine collectors spend a lot of time thinking about wine storage as part of their overall strategy for finding, keeping and drinking their favorites. But some of the most traditional wine storage options take up a fair amount of space. Bulky wooden wine cellar racks can dominate a floor space, and conventional refrigerated wine cellars […] read more

Moving and storage companies are often a mainstay in the typical apartment dweller’s life. Between relocating due to school, jobs or unruly roommates and not having the space to keep all of the valuable items you just can’t store in a small apartment, using movers, moving pods and storage pods is an apartment dweller necessity. […] read more

Balcony storage may be one of your only options, if you live in a tiny apartment. Many older apartments, or those found in urban areas, are short on closet space. Creative use of space is a must in such situations. Getting Permission Your apartment building has rules, typically found in your lease or among the […] read more

There are certain materials you need to get rid of prior to moving, because a moving or storage company won’t handle them. Knowing what these are can help you sort what you’ll need to ship, sell, give or throw away. You’ll also need to verify with your movers, what they will or won’t handle. Here’s […] read more

When moving into a smaller apartment, it’s easy to find yourself making a few common mistakes. These mistakes can prove to be a hassle, especially when you’re just settling into a new place. To prevent moving anguish, follow these tips before you move. Planning Ahead: Taking Measurements If you can visit your new home before […] read more

Creating an art studio in your apartment requires a keen eye for space and the ability to maximize the potential of available surfaces. Below, I’ll outline the three separate key elements necessary for a good art studio, all of which can be fit into the average apartment. Creating the Space First and foremost, you need […] read more

Nothing will make an apartment go from clean and comfortable to shabby and disorganized faster than clutter. Fortunately, clutter is one aspect of your apartment you can keep under control. Keep it tidy by following these easy steps: Step One: Find a Place for Everything We all know clutter occurs when piles of items are […] read more

Space saving office furniture can make it possible to have a home office, even in the smallest of apartments. In studio apartments and other small apartments, people seem forced to use notebook computers on their couches, beds or kitchen tables–forget desktop computers, printers, scanners and other computer accessories (forget function and organization). However, small space […] read more

Studio apartments present obvious decorating difficulties that call for great interior decorating tips. The difficulties center around your need to fit the functionality of every room – living room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen – into the formality of one room without making it cramped. These design tips are sure to help you out. 1 – Let […] read more