New Year, Less Clutter: 3 Transformations Without Risking Your Deposit.
- Catherine O
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
New year, less clutter: three renter-friendly wins that transform small New York apartments without risking your deposit.
1) Customized layouts — I rearrange furniture to create clear zones. For example, a tiny studio becomes separate sleep, work, and chill areas with just a rug and a bookshelf. Or a corner furthest from entry, and next to outlets, can be a WFH area while rest of room gets placed accordingly.
2) Temporary storage hacks — Use tension rods, hanging shoe organizers, and clear underbed storage so everything has a place and walls stay pristine. Links below.
3) Multi-use furniture staging — Swap a console for a drop-leaf table or add a storage ottoman for seating and hidden space. Links below.
I can pair a one-time overhaul with follow-up visits to keep results lasting. The payoff? Less stress, smoother daily routines, and stronger visual appeal for renters, sublets or listings. Ready to start? Book a refresh at the upper right corner.
Stackable drawers: My fave linked here because they come in a variety of sizes and can be used in any space.
Hanging shoe organizers: A few options (3) below that I like for over-the-door because you can place other items besides shoes.
Underbed storage: I know there are fabric options, but it gets dusty under there and people don't go under there often enough to dust them off, so I recommend plastic options.
Multi-use furniture: Furniture with two or more functions or has stoarge helps small NYC apartments with limited space and closets.
Ready to start? Book a refresh at the upper right corner.
