Even if you have thoroughly cleaned your apartment, your home may still seem cluttered, and the reason for this may be quite unexpected.
Expert of the online publication BelNovosti, designer Yulia Tychino spoke about the “culprits” of what is happening and what can be done.
Entrance area
If there are a lot of shoes in the hallway, then the guests’ gaze will fall on them, and not focus on the beauty of the interior.
Spend 10 minutes every day tidying up your entryway – put extra jackets away in the closet, find a place for out-of-season items, and stash your shoes in a shoe rack or bench with drawers.
Fridge
Sometimes even the refrigerator needs decluttering. For starters, give up the idea of buying a dozen new magnets, shopping list notebooks, and planners, and try to find another place for children's drawings.
Move essential items that you absolutely cannot live without from the refrigerator to the inside door of a cabinet – reminders written on sticky notes and a childish picture of a dinosaur will greet you every time you intend to drink a cup of coffee and reach for a clean mug.
Countertops and other surfaces
To create a harmonious atmosphere in your home, clean countertops, work surfaces and other surfaces.
Try to remove all items from the table and live in this state for a day, after which you can gradually return the elements one by one until you reach the optimal amount.
Expert: Julia Tychino
