TrojanGarb
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So I'm getting a new apartment with absolutely no furniture to my name. After years of college room chic with such descriptors as "IKEA" and "found on the curb," I'm ready for somewhat cohesive design elements.
There are a ton of options and just about any theme can be appealing if done right. If you had a new bachelor pad and a complete blank slate, what would you do?
For my case I have a plain rental unit with white walls and 'rental brown' carpeting. Affordability is still a big concern, but the budget is more than a college student's. I'd probably focus on a key piece of furniture like a couch and build up the room around that.
Modern
The mid-century modern apartment: always popular and passing the test of time. Simple pieces can do so much with so little.
Pros
Simplicity... no need for throw pillows
Longevity is probably the best and would long outlast my stay at an apartment
Abundant. Small stuff from IKEA won't look out of place
Cons
Cost. A great piece can be expensive
IMO this is the hardest to get looking "right," it's very easy to mismatch badly
Comfort. Something like a Corbusier couch doesn't seem very nap-able
Contemporary
Dark woods, glass, and fabric. Something simple to throw together, nearly foolproof; but without much character.
Pros
Easy. Every store has something that'll fit this decor.
Cheap. Discount furniture stores thrive with these kind of designs.
Cons
Soulless - Very cookie cutter
Would be outdated in a few years, but I'd be ready for new stuff by then
Cigar Lounge
What could be more relaxing than retreating to your lair, whiskey in hand, after a long day of work?
Pros
Comfy? A big brown leather couch seems nice
The manliest of rooms right in the living room, and when would a wife allow this ever again?
Cons
Dark. Would probably need a lot more wood paneling than a rental affords.
Hard to pull off - could end up just looking dank without the right touches
Post ideas, pics, have fun
There are a ton of options and just about any theme can be appealing if done right. If you had a new bachelor pad and a complete blank slate, what would you do?
For my case I have a plain rental unit with white walls and 'rental brown' carpeting. Affordability is still a big concern, but the budget is more than a college student's. I'd probably focus on a key piece of furniture like a couch and build up the room around that.
Modern
The mid-century modern apartment: always popular and passing the test of time. Simple pieces can do so much with so little.
Pros
Simplicity... no need for throw pillows
Longevity is probably the best and would long outlast my stay at an apartment
Abundant. Small stuff from IKEA won't look out of place
Cons
Cost. A great piece can be expensive
IMO this is the hardest to get looking "right," it's very easy to mismatch badly
Comfort. Something like a Corbusier couch doesn't seem very nap-able
Contemporary
Dark woods, glass, and fabric. Something simple to throw together, nearly foolproof; but without much character.
Pros
Easy. Every store has something that'll fit this decor.
Cheap. Discount furniture stores thrive with these kind of designs.
Cons
Soulless - Very cookie cutter
Would be outdated in a few years, but I'd be ready for new stuff by then
Cigar Lounge
What could be more relaxing than retreating to your lair, whiskey in hand, after a long day of work?
Pros
Comfy? A big brown leather couch seems nice
The manliest of rooms right in the living room, and when would a wife allow this ever again?
Cons
Dark. Would probably need a lot more wood paneling than a rental affords.
Hard to pull off - could end up just looking dank without the right touches
Post ideas, pics, have fun