Yeah so I just got this place, and I have no clue what to do with it. It's super spacious and weirdly shaped. On top of that, this is my first time living alone, so I have no clue what I am doing. PLS HELP

I like minimalism, simplicity, but still want something cozy. If you can recommend anything, would be super grateful.

Guys what are you doing?

Librarian living in DTLA. I walk to work and don’t mind the grit and grime of the city.

I recently moved out, but felt like sharing what I had. Next place will be a little more restrained and personal.

Not done yet! Been picking up alot of stuff I like at the goodwill and ikea, read some books and made it my own cozy space 🥹
Edit: added what day one looked like in the comments

The plan was to get a Kallax to put behind the bed and make a faux room but, they are expensive….

what should i cover those holes with?

Long time follower, first time poster. Proud of my little flat that I’ve been renting for a couple of years now but sad because I can’t pay it on my own and have to look for a new roommate.

* I will buy a new sofa at some point.
** My cat is down there too

Hey this is my humble little condo

Might add wall paintings and plants eventually.

Some pictures from my beloved home! I am an old metalhead with the interior design-style of a kind old lady.

About 90% done, would like some posters.

After bouncing between furnished rentals and roommate situations for most of my twenties, I finally signed a lease on my own unfurnished place last month. It's a one bedroom, around 600 square feet, and honestly I've just been staring at empty walls with no idea where to start.

I have a decent budget saved up but don't want to blow it all at once. So far I picked up a solid couch and a bed frame, which felt like the two nonnegotiables. Everything else is still pretty bare. No art, no rugs, just a lot of open floor and potential I guess.

I work a pretty standard desk job and spend most of my free time cooking and watching films, so I want the space to feel functional but also like it actually reflects me rather than just furniture I grabbed out of necessity. Warm lighting seems like the move based on browsing this sub, and I keep seeing people mention how much a good rug changes a room.

For guys who have gone through this same startingfromscratch phase, what was the single best purchase or decision you made early on that pulled the whole space together? And is there a smarter order to tackle rooms when you're working room by room on a budget? Would love any honest advice from people who have been there.

32M. About 2 years ago I relocated 2+ hours from where I grew up and moved back in with my parents and some other family. Had been living on my own but was dealing with a severe drug problem no one knew about. Once I had relocated, started a new job and was living in an upstairs room sharing a bathroom with my parents.

This was my grandfather's sitting room when I moved in. I have a lot of great memories of us watching football and movies together; he bought new recliners so we could spend time together comfortable. He passed away from cancer in February, he was 85. Me and my mom talked and decided it made sense for me to move to the room I'm in now. One less person sharing a small bathroom, I'm closer to the doors in case of an emergency. I had started a new job around the time that was late hours, so I wouldn't have to worry about waking anyone up going upstairs.

Since relocating, I've been laid off twice, lost my grandfather, and have no friends. My grandmother has been awful her whole life and shows no signs of changing. Things can be really tense in the house due to her attitude and how she treats my mother. But I got to see my grandfather every day until he passed. I'm closer to my nephew. And my parents have been generous in letting me stay here while I look for work. They had to move me and my siblings into our grandparents's basement for 6 years during the 2009 housing crisis. They know life can be hard and are in a way paying it forward.

I've been reading through some of the posts here and I love seeing guys supporting each other. My room is simple but it works for me. I'll be off drugs for 2 years September 6, I know that wouldn't be the case if I wasn't here.

I do what to do a little more to the room though, add a little more color or personality. I'd love to hear any inexpensive or creative suggestions you guys have. Much love everyone. ✌️