Apart from lecture halls, libraries and clubs, your res room is the place you’ll end up spending much of your time, so make it somewhere you really want to be with these small tweaks that won't break your student budget.
Written by: Emma Follet-Botha
Written by: Emma Follet-Botha
DOUBLE UP ON BEDDING
Make laundry days easier by investing in two sets of bedding, so you can still enjoy a neatly made-up bed while the one set of linen is in the wash. A padded comforter and plush throw also do a great job when it comes to last-minute sleeping arrangements!
BE BOLD WITH SCATTER CUSHIONS
Scatter cushions, which have a great way of brightening up an otherwise dull space, are also super easy on the pocket. Choose ones that complement your duvet design or fit in with the dominant colour scheme of your room. Since you probably won’t be able to paint your walls, this is an area you are free to experiment with, so don’t hold back.
MAKE USE OF STOOLS & OTTOMANS
Your res room doubles as your bedroom and study, but it's also a space you’ll want to host friends in. A small stool or ottoman in the corner of the room not only adds to the overall aesthetic but serves as additional seating when you have guests over.
WARM UP YOUR ROOM WITH RUGS
Res rooms have a nasty habit of coming across as cold and clinical. Create some warmth – both visually and practically speaking – by laying down a small rug near your bed. Opt for one with a graphic design to really modernise the space.
SAVE SPACE WITH STORAGE BOXES
Avoid cluttering your space by stowing away old assignments, notes and any odds and ends you’ll undoubtedly accumulate in stylish storage boxes. Stack them on top of each other to save even more space.
SIZE UP A GOOD SIDETABLE
A sidetable, aside from being the perfect place to keep your books and night light, also lends itself to a little accessorising – think picture frames and scented candles or diffusers. A metal sidetable is not only on trend but is also easy to clean.
ADD FLAIR WITH FRAMES
Framed pictures are a great reminder of your family and friends who may be living far away – and they're more affordable than professional artwork, but just as impactful. Prop up a few frames of different sizes against the wall on your shelf – no extra drilling necessary – and keep your most treasured picture on your bedside table.
CREATE AMBIENCE WITH CANDLES & DIFFUSERS
When you’re burning the midnight oil, scented candles can provide just the right kind of ambience needed for a long night of studying – they're also necessary for when loadshedding hits! To really make your space inviting, position a scented diffuser near your door for maximum olfactory pleasure every time you enter your room.
PERSONALISE YOUR SPACE
Now that you’ve got the basics down, you’re free to decorate your room with whatever feels most “you”. Pot plants, pin boards, stationery holders are just some of the ways you can personalise your space even more.
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