6 ways to make your apartment look grown-up and sophisticated

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If you've recently made the transition from school or an entry-level position into a great position at your company – or even if you're a creative doing most of your work from home, there comes a time when you seek something more. Your living environment and interior design can make-or-break certain circumstances in your life and making sure you awake to a grown-up and sophisticated environment can set the tone for the day ahead. 

From matching dish sets and adding a proper cleaning cupboard, to finally putting those party pictures in sleek frames, we have some great advise on how to make this worthwhile and fun transition!

Hang art in frames

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Throwing up posters and photographs of friends and family is fine, as long as you're within a student crowd. The best part about this adult transition tip is that you don't have to get rid of anything, simply put it in a frame! There are plenty of wonderful frame options ranging in a variety of colours, shapes, sizes, materials and some can even include archival matting!

Scandinavian and minimalist homes particularly use large-scale artwork as proper statement pieces – why not try to create a minimalist home in six easy steps?

No bed on the floor

It's easy, and quite convenient – but please avoid placing a bed on the floor. Not only is this a more youthful or young-adult move, it's also quite unhygienic – especially with solid floors. 

If budget is your concern, either purchase a cheap wood replica, or DIY a great fabric headboard for a better appeal.

Matching dishes and glasses

All of those interesting coffee mugs you've accumulated over the years are fine to keep – they're keepsakes and can be great conversation starters over evening or morning coffee. However, when it comes to dishes, purchase a full set that includes salad and dinner plates, as well as bowls and serving platters.

It will make all the difference when you're entertaining friends over a great dinner party, we promise!

Invest in a beautiful rug

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Not sure of what to add to your walls? Why not include a wonderful rug for easy decor and to add some comfort. 

For minimalist or modern homes, go a little crazy with a high-pile, super-soft rug to balance out the harsh lines and angles. For a more eclectic or traditional home, consider faux animal skins or low-pile, oriental rugs for some interesting colours and textures!

Get a proper cleaning cupboard with supplies

Keeping a clean house is one of the first signs of adulthood. Whether you're an expert cleaner or not, having the right tools (and the right place for them) can keep you in check and even inspire you to clean more often!

No matter how wonderful the interior structure and design is in your home, a dirty home is never sophisticated one. We have some great tips on how to deep clean your home in under an hour!

Organise your bookshelves

Lastly, utilise floor-to-ceiling bookshelves as a great way to add an easy design feature to your home. Make sure to add a  variety of coffee table books, light reads, atlases, magazine and even small accessories and decor. The globe pictured here is a perfect choice!

In the spirit of true sophistication, why not make your bookshelf a design feature in your home?

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