Student accommodation often means living away from home for the first time. Budgets can be tight and homesickness can be an issue, but there are things you can do to make your student digs feel more like home.
Take Keepsakes
Take sentimental items from your family home. Just a few things can instantly give comfort and make you feel more settled in your student accommodation in Exeter or elsewhere.
Photographs of family and friends will immediately make your digs feel more like a home. Get some pictures printed, get a digital photo frame, or get your TV to show photographs when you’re not watching your favourite show. These snaps will help you feel closer to the people you love, even if you’re living miles away.
Sort Out Storage
Living in chaos can be very unsettling and mess can be a problem, especially if your room is small. Unpack and get organised as soon as you can and, if you can’t afford fancy storage solutions, just use stacking boxes and under-bed storage to make sure everything has a place.
Take a TV
You might think that your laptop will suffice when it comes to watching your favourite films and shows. However, taking a TV to your student accommodation, like that seen at https://www.exeteruniversityaccommodation.co.uk/, can make all the difference when it comes to creating a more homely feel – and offers opportunities for communal watching.
Colour Coordinate
This may not seem like a priority but it can be really helpful in making ‘your’ space feel like it fits your personality. Think about the tones you choose as theories about the psychology of colour can help you to create the atmosphere you want.
Finishing Touches
The small things can make all the difference when it comes to making your student accommodation in Exeter or Edinburgh feel like a home. Take your favourite mug, use the same scented candles you have at home, and invest in a laundry basket to help you get organised.
