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Single-room living is a common component of lifestyle changes, here is how to organise your space to turn a small space into a home

How to organise a single room during a lifestyle change | Pulse Uganda

Martha Kemigisha

<h3>Introduction to single-room living</h3>

The single-room concept is popular due to its minimalistic and affordable lifestyle/Pinterest

A single-room home is a living space that comprises all the necessary rooms in one open space. The concept is popular due to its minimalistic and affordable lifestyle. Most single rooms have a bathroom and one-room living space.

While it may seem challenging, living in a single room can be liberating during a lifestyle downsizing because it allows you to focus on living simply with essentials.

<h3>Common challenges of organising a single room</h3>

Look out for these challenges when organising your single-room living space/Pinterest

Although living in a single room can be a wise <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/food-travel/10-money-saving-tips-for-couples-who-wish-to-travel/2q6e33s">financial decision</a> during a tough break, there are some challenges you need to look out for. Once you realise the challenges ahead, you can plan around them for comfort and functionality.

<ul><li>Limited space</li><li>Privacy issues</li><li>Storage issues</li></ul>

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The dos and don'ts of organising a single room into a home

Since we have established the nature and challenges of living in a single room, let us get down to the organisation process.

Dos and don'ts of organising a single room living space/Pinterest

Don'ts of organising a single room living space/Pinterest

<a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/does-getting-rid-of-clutter-reduce-stress-and-anxiety/pp0bgxm">Decluttering</a> is the first step to organising a single room into a home. Let go of <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/fashion/7-step-painless-process-to-give-away-favourite-clothes/e8pcz77">anything you don't need</a> or want by selling or donating.

Invest in storage such as under-bed storage, wall-mounted shelves, and multi-purpose furniture. For example, you can have your bookshelf on the sides of your single or two-seater.

Maximizing storage space is crucial when organising a single room into a home. Make use of all space available including vertical space. Shelves, hooks, and baskets can keep your belonging <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/fashion/8-secret-fashion-hacks-you-need-to-know-about/hwggekq">organised and out of sight</a>. Consider using built-in storage in the <a href="https://www.thespruce.com/bedroom-in-a-studio-apartment-4158707">bed</a>, drawer, sofa bed, and hidden compartments.

Consider using built-in storage in the bed, drawer, sofa bed, and hidden compartments/Pinterest

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When choosing multi-functional furniture for a single-room home

This is a must-have when turning a single room into a home. Get furniture that serves multiple purposes such as a desk that folds into a table, or a bed that folds into a sofa. Aim for ease during these transformations!

<h3>Don'ts&nbsp;of organising a single room</h3>

Organising a single room living space is easier than you think/Pinterest

<ol><li><a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/5-things-you-should-avoid-in-a-single-room-house/80mpq1g">Avoid these mistakes</a> when organising your single room into a home.</li><li>Don't leave room for clutter, it grows like an infection.</li><li><a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/why-boda-boda-rider-transporting-expensive-tv-screen-sparked-heated-debate/t50b2hh">Save on purchases</a> to avoid overfilling your living space with furniture and other items.</li><li>Stay away from dark colours for <a href="https://www.housebeautiful.com/room-decorating/bedrooms/g1875/how-to-decorate-studio-apartment/">interior design</a> and that includes heavy or <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/7-painless-ways-to-get-through-a-power-blackout/cmtv7yn">blackout</a> curtains. They can make the room feel smaller.</li></ol>

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<h3>Final thoughts on living in a single room&nbsp;</h3>

Organising a single room to turn it into a home requires different approaches than traditional homes. It is crucial to avoid clutter and to use every inch of space. Storage solutions and embracing minimalism can help you overcome space and <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/how-to-go-quality-shopping-on-a-tight-budget/eexrcv8">budget limits</a>. By following the steps above you can turn your single room into a haven like <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@happinessmgani913/video/7192581850307579142">this TikToker who made showed us how it is done</a>.

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