Men often get a bad rap for their home design choices (or lack thereof), and the internet has not been kind to sparsely- or half-decorated bachelor pads. Many men have viewed apartments as places to drop keys and get some shut-eye, but have recently woken up to the power of curating a serene, one-of-a-kind home. It’s possible to create a thoughtfully curated haven, reflective of your personal style, efficiently and easily. Here are seven tips for doing just that.
Furnishing Tips: Men’s Apartment Decor Ideas Start With the Basics
A great space starts off with the right pieces. When designing a stylish apartment, start with your core pieces. Here are some of our top tips to build a base.
Nail Down Your Foundational Pieces
While there are ample opportunities to go for a minimalistic approach, it’s probably not while selecting essential pieces, like your bed, living room couch, or dining table. These anchor pieces set the tone for your space, and Well-constructed and thoughtfully designed pieces will not only be more comfortable, but they will also help your place feel elevated and inviting.
Fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice quality if you’re looking for a short-term solution. With CORT Furniture Rental, you can curate an entire apartment of high-quality pieces without those overwhelming upfront price tags and the hassle of moving and transporting furniture!
Look for Dual-Purpose Furniture
A storage ottoman that doubles as a coffee table. A hallway console table with hidden storage for your shoes. A dining room table that serves as your WFH desk Monday through Friday. Not only is multipurpose furniture ultra functional –especially in small apartments!– it will also give your apartment a very intentional and thought-out feel.
Furnishing with pieces that can play more than one role makes the statement that you have designed your space with intention, while simultaneously minimizing clutter and clearing up valuable space.
Men’s Apartment Accessories That Light Up Your Space: Layered Lighting
Just because your apartment has bright overhead lights does not mean you’ve got lighting covered. In fact, adding a couple of floor and table lamps can do wonders in making a room feel cozy and well-planned.
Instead of the harsh, one-note illumination you get from an overhead light, incorporating task lighting and cozy ambient lights will instantly give your space more warmth and depth.
Enhance Beyond Essentials: High-Impact Apartment Decor for Men
Furniture is only one piece of the puzzle. From incorporating color to adding interest, these tips make it easy to create high-impact, low-effort apartment decor for men.
Keep Your Base Neutral to Create a Canvas for Personality
A simple rule of thumb while decorating your space, especially if interior design isn’t exactly your comfort zone, is to stick to calming neutral colors and accent them with textures and brighter colors.
Neutrals do not mean boring, and creating a foundation of creams, beiges, grays, and whites will give your space a general feeling of cohesion. But your space doesn’t have to be bland! Add in a touch of color with wall art, pillows and throws, or a statement piece–like an accent chair or loveseat.
Incorporate Art and Decor That Reflects Your Interests
Speaking of special touches… the best decor is decor that feels genuine and personal to you.
Instead of only buying the trendy coffee table books at the chain home decor store, look for ones that cover a topic you’re truly interested in or a passion you have–your favorite sports team, classic film, or vacation spot. Then, dot your coffee table or end tables with a few chosen objets d’art to create a mini vignette.
Are you proud of your vinyl collection? Hang up the record sleeves of your favorite artists for easy wall art alongside framed pieces. There is no shortage of men’s apartment decor ideas, but the best style incorporates touches that are authentic to who you are.
The Finishing Touches: Men’s Apartment Accessories That Pull It All Together
You may be totally comfortable living in your space without technically nonessential pieces like rugs, curtains, decorative mirrors, and faux plants. But these items serve as visual anchors that pull a room together and make it feel “complete” and cozy.
You don’t need to go overboard with men’s apartment accessories, but these basics will add warmth and personality to your space—and you just might grow to love them!
Go From Cluttered to Curated With Organizational Furniture
Equally important to finding stylish apartment decor for men is committing to keeping your space organized and tidy. By keeping your home clean, you are reiterating that this space is cared for and intentional. Minimizing clutter and embracing a minimalistic approach to home design helps to highlight the gorgeous furniture and custom decor you’ve chosen, and it can help transform your space from a simple crash pad to a homey and relaxing escape from the world.
Giving each item a “home” and using pieces like bookcases and credenzas can ensure that your space is furnished–and stays neat.
Take Your Apartment from Basic to Bold With CORT
With CORT Furniture Rental, you don’t have to settle for a dull, makeshift apartment. Our flexible rental model gives you access to high-quality furnishings without the pressure or expense of ownership. Whether you need a full apartment setup with a Move-In Ready Package® or just the major pieces, we make it simple to furnish your space quickly, completely, and with style.
Every item in our collection is built to CORT Construction Standards™, ensuring durability, functionality, and cleanability. Plus, with our CORT Clean Certified™ process, you can rest easy knowing your furniture has been professionally sanitized and prepared for you with care. It’s a quality you can see—and peace of mind you can feel.
We handle the heavy lifting—from delivery and setup to pick up when you’re done. That means less stress for you and more time to enjoy a space that actually feels like home. Because we follow a circular business model, your choice to rent with CORT also supports sustainability by keeping furniture in use and out of landfills.
So why wait? Explore our rental options today online or at your local CORT Furniture Rental showroom and start designing a home that’s functional, stylish, and unmistakably yours. Your upgraded space is just a few clicks away.
