Five Simple Ways to Make Your Uni Room Feel Homely
Jessica Makin | 16th September 2015
It’s your first glimpse into university life, arriving at your accommodation. There are new people, a new town or city, and a new place you will eventually (and unintentionally) call home.
So your parents have just left you to your own devices in a little box of a room that looks the same as everyone else’s. This room may belong to you but it doesn’t have your stamp on it just yet. Having been through this entire process myself, here are a few ideas to help you settle in to your new humble abode.
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Photographs and Posters
This may seem an obvious one but it’s a step which is easy to forget in the manic rush before Uni starts. Photos of family, friends, pets (yes my cats were on my wall) and landscapes of the place you’ve left behind.
Posters of your favourite bands/musicians, TV shows or films are all crucial in helping you settle in as they’ll give your room some personality, alongside giving your housemates and new friends an idea of your own personality and interests.
Textiles
No doubt your halls won’t provide you with the most luxurious of furniture, so things may feel a little bare. It can also make for an uncomfortable experience when you’re cramming all your housemates in for a late night chat or movie. I found it a lot more comfortable having a lot of cushions around; on my bed and ones on the seating. Floor cushions and bean can also provide great extra seating for your friends.
Popular with us females is bunting, but if you’re a little too cool for that you can combine your photos with the first homemade idea from here.
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Mood lighting
Lighting is something that is so simple, but can completely change the mood of a room. From cheap and basic to decorative and expensive lots of lighting is effective. Fairy lights, electric tea lights, floor lights, desk lamps and snazzy lampshades can make your room feel more homely when you come home after a long day at uni. Most uni rooms a shelf you can hang fairy lights over, but take some blue tac or pins to get it just right.
Sleep
When you’re not busy with Uni work, spending your nights drinking that loan away, or socialising with new friends, your time should be spent sleeping. Although we neglect it at times, sleep is so important, especially when your brain’s getting to grips with your new surroundings.
The point I’m trying to make is that it’s important to make your bed as comfortable as possible. Put aside money to buy a decent duvet and pillows. Also, a mattress topper! Throws and cushions will also add a decorative touch. With more sleep you’ll feel a lot more positive about everything that’s going on and get the most out of your days.
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Plants
We’re following along with a trend here but a nice potted plant can literally give your room a bit of life. We’d recommend keeping it small so there’s not tonnes of soil flying about and you’re not stepping into a jungle when you get home. Mini cacti are popular at the moment, partly because they look cool, but mainly because you don’t have to water them too much.
