Affordable Home Decor
I Have an Old City Apartment, and These 10 Decor Pieces Make It Look Like New
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I'm lucky enough to live in a rent-controlled apartment in San Francisco. That said, it hasn't been updated in over 15 years, leaving me with ugly brown carpet and dark beige walls. In an effort to spruce up my old space without doing any handiwork, I simply invested in a few decor pieces that totally transformed it overnight. From a white fuzzy carpet to a cool bed frame, these picks make for great inspiration if you're looking to refresh a room in your home. Keep reading to see my favourite items and start thinking about your next revamp.
Safavieh Athens Shag Collection White Area Rug
My number one issue with my apartment is the ugly brown carpet. To lighten up the space, I picked up a couple of these Safavieh Athens Shag Collection White Area Rugs ($167), one for the living room and one for my bedroom. Both rooms instantly felt brighter, plus they make for the perfect place to take shoe selfies.
Fran Rodriguez Holy Night Art Print
Above my sofa is a huge empty wall, and I wanted to a get large piece of art as the centrepiece of the room. I decided on this Fran Rodriguez Holy Night Art Print ($199) to go with the neutral colour theme, and it fits great.
