Some rental apartments don’t come with much built-in storage, so renters often find themselves in need of kitchen shelves, display shelves, and book shelving. There are a few easy DIY crafts for making renter-friendly shelves and no-damage alternatives as well as storage drawers. Using adhesive mounting strips and command strips to mount ‘floating shelves’ is often recommended as an easy solution for no-damage shelves. These shelves can’t withstand much weight and can be dangerous if they fall, so they aren’t a practical solution for kitchen shelves or book shelving. Additionally, these strip ..read more

If you are in Japan, renovation information is plenty but DIY home renovation info can be hard to come by. Here we’ll discuss different types of house renovation such as Akiya and Danchi apartments and renovation business and DIY tips. Why Renovation is Rare in Japan In Japan, renovation isn’t as common as it is in some other countries. Usually, buildings are torn down and completely rebuilt. It is rare to find as many old buildings as you would in other countries. New and modernized buildings are much more valued. Since there was such a high need for housing after the second world war, homes ..read more

Whether you’re looking for studio soundproofing techniques or some simple tips on how to make a room soundproof, or even if you’d like to make a soundproof box or a DIY soundproof wall, we have soundproofing advice and DIY techniques for you! These soundproofing techniques will not cancel out all the noise that comes into and out of living spaces. Unfortunately, that’s almost impossible without proper (and expensive) apartment renovations and soundproofing materials! Studio soundproofing can be very expensive! However, if you’re looking at how to make a room soundproof, these ideas will help r ..read more

If you’re feeling uninspired by the festive apartment décor you find in stores (or if the nice stuff is out of your budget), why not have a go at making some DIY Christmas decorations for yourself? It’s a great way to make your apartment extra homely and festive, and you can save some money in the process! Also, DIY Christmas decorations are a wonderful way to get into the festive spirit, especially if you can enjoy gathering with friends and family to make some easy Christmas decorations. DIY advent calendar One of the classic DIY Christmas decorations is the DIY advent calendar. This multi ..read more

Nowadays people must spend a lot more time at home, so DIY has become very popular. There are so many benefits of DIY – not only do creations feel personal and unique, but you’re able to appreciate them more than something you buy on a whim. DIY projects can be therapeutic too – and I think we all need to be doing more things that help us relax and feel good! DIY will save money compared to buying ready-made. To save more money, these DIY ideas use products from the nation’s favorite 100 yen shop, Daiso. Daiso is loved for so many reasons, you only have to search ‘Daiso organizer ideas’ to see ..read more

Looking to spruce up your home but short on time and/or money? Here are 10 quick and easy interior design hacks that can help you out!  Interior Design Hack 10: Utilize Vertical Storage  When you’re living in a small place, it’s best to think vertically when it comes to storage. Use tall shelves, closet organizers, stacking storage boxes, hooks, and other items to help you make the most of the storage space in your home. You’ll be able to fit in much more than if you were to just use open or horizontal storage.  Interior Design Hack 9: Adding Rugs and Mats to Rooms  Rugs ..read more

While organizing your home is an everyday chore, it can be harder than it seems. Here’s some advice on how to avoid organizing mistakes.  Most of us don’t think too much about organizing our homes. We’ll buy a few storage containers, tuck away some items into our closets, and leave it at that. However, putting a bit more thought into your organizing habits can help maximize space in your home and make it look more aesthetically pleasing. If you’re struggling to fit your items into your storage spaces or have trouble keeping your home from becoming cluttered, you might be making some orga ..read more

Moving into a new house can be exciting, especially thinking of the memories that you are going to create living there. It marks the beginning of a new and exciting phase in life that you can’t probably wait to experience. However, the newness and unfamiliarity of a new house can deny you the true feeling of comfort that a home provides. To some, it can take weeks or even months until a new place starts to feel like home. Nevertheless, you need a place that you can get comfortable at the end of the day. This is why it is paramount to create situations and atmospheres that nurture the comfort o ..read more

Wondering how you should redecorate your apartment this spring? Here are some interior design tips for you!  If you’re looking to make some changes to your interior, spring is the perfect time to do it. After all, they don’t call it “spring cleaning” for no reason. With flowers blossoming outside and baby birds being born, you might be in a mood to make some changes to your life. What better way to do that than to redecorate? Your environment greatly influences your state of mind, so it’s a good idea to make sure you’re happy with your home. Make some time to take care of yourself and you ..read more

Multifunctional furniture can be a great way to get the most out of small spaces. Wondering what sort of versatile pieces will work best in your apartment? Check out our guide to multifunctional furniture!   When you live in a small apartment, you can’t afford to waste any space. You need to think carefully about each piece of furniture you buy. If you get something that doesn’t fit your needs and doesn’t serve much purpose, it’ll just be a waste of precious space. That’s why you should consider investing in some pieces of multifunctional furniture. Since they have many uses, you’re able ..read more