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Dorm Daze: Finale + Roundup

by Jessica Yonker October 3, 2012 6 Comments

By now, most college students have either started school or are slowly coasting toward midterms (this trusty intern certainly is). The group projects have been assigned, people have unofficially designated “their spot” in the library, and if you’re a parent at home you may be lamenting (or celebrating) your now-empty nest.

No matter what time of year, you can still find plenty of ways to spruce up your dorm or first apartment. Image courtesy of Dormify.com

There is however, one last bit of advice I’d like to bestow on college students looking to make the most out of their dorm room or first apartment….

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Dorm Daze: Investing in a Plant

by Jessica Yonker September 12, 2012 6 Comments

During back-to-school season, stores around here are stocked full of those colorful Betta fish. Conveniently, fish are the only type of pet you’re allowed to have in dorm rooms. I had terrible luck with our finned friends as a child, so instead of rushing to the pet store I went to the garden section:

I’m proud to announce that four years later I have not only managed to keep this plant alive, but it’s quadrupled in size. It’s enough to bring tears to my eyes.

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Dorm Daze: Move-In Day Makeover Before and After

by Jessica Yonker August 29, 2012 6 Comments

I was absent last week because I was tied-up with my last first day of school ever. I’m also happy to announce that I’m finally done unpacking! The move-in process was way more tiring than I remembered. Then again, this is the first time I packed, drove, unloaded and unpacked all by myself; I usually have my parents or a friend with me to help, but I inherited a car over the summer so this time I made the long drive solo.

I live in the same residence hall I’ve stayed in for the last two years – a furnished apartment building on the far side of campus. I share the space with one roommate and I have my own room; after spending the first two years of my college career crammed in a traditional-style dorm, I needed some more personal space.

My apartment is an older building, so it’s not the most glamorous of spaces:

jessica's dorm before

The first time I ever stepped into this apartment, I knew it would need work. I’ve found that the more comfortable I am in my living arrangement, the easier I find it to study and lead a healthier lifestyle. It also doesn’t hurt that I often get compliments on how homey my apartment feels!

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College Prep: Dorm Room Decorating Ideas

by Kayla Kitts July 27, 2012 5 Comments

The dog days of summer are still upon us. While many of us are trying to head to the beach, soon-to-be college students are prepping for a new school year. Summer vacation is almost over and classes will soon be back in session. Moving away from home for the first time and into a college dorm is an exciting (and slightly stressful) event. I don’t think I’ve ever been more nervous than when I met the person I’d be sharing an 11-by-14-foot space with for an entire year. But, if you go into the experience well-prepared, your first year of dorm life will be a breeze and maybe even your most memorable year of college.

So college kids (and parents), how do you decorate a bland dorm room? Sharing a space—a super tiny one at that—requires some smart, space-saving solutions. It’s ideal to coordinate with your roommate ahead of time so you don’t end up with double mini-fridges or futons. Think you’re ready? Check out these functional and stylish dorm room decorating ideas for inspiration before your big move.

Rearrange your furniture to find the best layout (do this first!). A bed pushed against the wall as a daybed can also be used as a “couch” when you’re not sleeping:

dorm room decorating ideas hgtv Courtesy of Dormify.com

Avoid clashing colors or patterns by working with your roommate as your own design “team.” Agree on a color scheme or a simple, neutral palette:

dorm room decorating ideas hgtv Courtesy of PBdorm

Add personality to the walls with unique artwork. We also love personal inspiration boards. What a positive way to start each day!

dorm room decorating ideas hgtv Morgan Georgie :: HGTV.com

We’re just getting started. Check out all 20 of our dorm room decorating ideas. And for even more dorm room inspiration, this savvy article has everything from move-in tips to our top dorm essentials.