15 WAYS TO REALLY ENJOY YOUR APARTMENT LIVING THIS YEAR

awn care and maintenance that comes with a house, etc. — but it can get pretty boring sometimes hanging around in an apartment, right? But fear not! Here are lots of ways to really enjoy your apartment living

Set up a balcony sanctuary

Besides the obvious benefits of being close to nature and fresh air, your balcony is a great place for a sanctuary. It’s an extension of your home, so why not make it as relaxing and comfortable as possible?

The first thing you should do is find some plants and flowers that will grow well on your balcony. Maybe you already have some potted plants from inside that can be moved outside; if not, check out local nurseries or gardening clubs in your area for advice on which ones are best suited for balconies.

Once you’ve picked out some plants, consider how much sunlight each one needs during different times of day and year—this will help determine where they go on your balcony (near windows may be best). Don’t forget about maintenance! While some things can be taken care of with very little effort (like cleaning leaves off regularly), others might require more work depending on how much time you want to spend maintaining them.

Cultivate your inner chef

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a serious foodie, cooking is an activity you might want to consider if you’re living in an apartment.

First of all, it’s relaxing. You can get into the groove of things with music playing in the background and some nice lighting—and when everything comes together at the end, it’s incredibly rewarding!

Cooking is also a great way for friends to spend time together. It helps break down barriers between people who don’t know each other very well and makes them feel more comfortable around each other. And if there are kids involved? It’s like magic: everyone gets along really well! Plus, it makes your apartment smell amazing—which means that any potential visitors will think twice before leaving without hanging out for dinner or dessert (or both).

Go out and explore your neighborhood

This is the perfect time to explore your new neighborhood and find some hidden gems. There are so many great restaurants, coffee shops, parks and markets in each city that it can be hard to remember them all. But when you live somewhere long enough, they eventually become familiar to you and part of what makes your neighborhood special. If you’re not sure where to start looking for these places in your area, ask a neighbor or someone who lives nearby! They’ll be more than happy to point out their favorite spots around town (and maybe even suggest one near by that’s just waiting for you).

Find time for yourself

Take time for yourself. Finding ways to relax and unwind is essential for your mental health. Try some of these activities:

• Go for a walk
• Do some meditation
• Read a book or magazine at the park (or even on your balcony) with some nice music in the background.
• Watch a movie, preferably something funny that will make you laugh out loud! Or catch up on your favorite show on Hulu or Netflix.

If you’re not sure what’s available, search online using keywords like “good movies,” “free movies,” or “movie streaming sites.”

Go on a picnic

A picnic is a great way to enjoy your apartment. While it might be tempting to just sit in the kitchen and eat, you really shouldn’t do this if you want to make sure that you’re enjoying yourself.

The first step is getting everything together. You’ll need:

• A blanket (or two)
• A basket (or two)

If you don’t have these things, there are plenty of places where you can buy them in your neighborhood or online!

Film festival in your living room

• Screen movies on your TV. You can buy a projector, but that’s not necessary. You can also use a device like the Fire TV Stick or Roku to watch films on your TV. If you don’t have a smart TV, then look into getting one. It’s worth it!
• Screen movies on the wall (if you can). This is especially fun if there’s room for multiple people to sit down and watch together—either in front of the screen or behind it. It makes for an intimate viewing experience that doesn’t require any work from you; just turn on some popcorn, pop open some drinks—and enjoy!
• Screen movies at a local theater (if it exists). Check out local listings for screenings at theaters near where you live; sometimes these are free or very low-cost events that could be fun for everyone involved (plus they give people something else to do besides sitting around their apartments all day).
• Screen movies at a bar with friends . This isn’t really much different from watching films in someone else’s home—except maybe they’ll charge admission! So make sure everyone chips in beforehand so no one gets stuck paying more than they should later on when buying snacks during intermission time between shows.”

Make your apartment feel like it’s bigger

• Use lighting to create the illusion of space. When you’re in your apartment, you want it to feel as spacious and comfortable as possible. One way to do this is by using adequate lighting. When you’re in a room that’s lit well, it’ll look like it’s bigger than it is and feel more open. Lighting can be used to illuminate any area of an apartment, whether it’s the kitchen or a reading nook or even just a small corner for relaxing with friends during happy hour.
• Use mirrors to make the room look bigger. Mirrors will reflect light back into dark spaces and give them more depth—they also just make rooms seem larger than they really are! If you have an extra wall in your home on which you could mount some floor-to-ceiling mirrors, try adding some around your living room or bedroom so they reflect even more natural light into those areas during the day.
• Use furniture that is the same color as walls/flooring/ceilings for cohesiveness throughout apartment space

Maximize your closet space – and customize it

• Use closet dividers to create more space. If you’re lucky enough to have a walk-in closet, it’s likely that you have a lot of clothes and shoes to store. To maximize the space in your closet and make it work for you, install some wall-mounted dividers so that when you want to access an article of clothing or accessory, all you have to do is slide one shelf aside.
• Hang things instead of shelving them. Hanging clothes has several advantages over shelving them: firstly, it saves floor space; secondly, it makes getting dressed easier (as opposed to digging through drawers); thirdly, if something doesn’t fit anymore or isn’t your style anymore (and let’s face it—that happens), simply throw out the hanger!
• Use hooks instead of shelves or hanging rods if possible. Hooks are cheaper than rods or shelves and they allow for more flexibility since items can be hung at different heights on different hooks–perfect for those who prefer their sweaters folded rather than hung vertically by size as would happen with rods or shelves!
• Use dresser drawers instead of hanging racks for socks/underwear/t-shirts etc… The drawers will keep everything neat and organized so nothing gets lost in the chaos! This also saves on valuable floor space which could otherwise be used by other storage options like baskets on wheels which can easily roll from room-to-room depending upon what needs sorting next time around.”

Invite family and friends to stay over – or just hang out

There are many benefits to inviting family and friends to stay over, including the fact that you can save on your rent or mortgage. Just think about how much you would save if you invited them every night! However, if you live in an apartment complex where there are strict regulations regarding overnight guests, it’s best not to invite them. Instead of focusing on the negatives, however find ways that they can still have fun without breaking any rules:

• Have a movie night (with lots of popcorn and candy)
• Cookout by the pool (if there is one)
• Play games together

Host a dinner party or brunch with friends or family members.

Hosting a dinner party or brunch is an excellent way to get to know your neighbors, and it’s also a great way to celebrate the holidays. Make sure there are enough seats in your apartment for everyone who is coming, so that nobody has to sit on the floor.

Make sure you have plenty of food, both hot and cold items. You don’t want anyone leaving hungry after the meal!

It’s important for everyone at the table to be able to hear each other during conversation, which means having enough space between each person at the table (and not sitting directly next to walls). Music or some sort of entertainment is also necessary—you can’t have just silence while eating!

Air fryer cooking class with friends.

Air fryer cooking classes are a fun and healthy way to get together with friends. Suddenly, going out to eat becomes more expensive than making your own food, which is fast and easy. If you’re like me and don’t have a lot of room in your kitchen for heavy equipment, the air fryer is perfect! It doesn’t take up much space but it still has all the functions of a full-sized oven. Plus, it eliminates oil from the frying process so I feel better about eating my favorite fried foods again.

Create a garden on your balcony, patio or rooftop. If you don’t have one of those, try potted plants outside in the warmer weather! Then bring them inside when the weather gets a little chilly.

One of the best ways to make your apartment feel more like home is by creating a garden on your balcony, patio or rooftop. If you don’t have one of those, try potted plants outside in the warmer weather! Then bring them inside when the weather gets a little chilly.

Planting a garden is one of the best ways to get creative with your space and begin turning it into a home. It’s also an excellent way to get yourself involved in community events such as gardening classes or farmer’s markets!

These are just a few ideas that work well for us, but we’d love to hear your own tips and tricks for making apartment living feel more like home. Let us know in the comments!