Creating an Apartment Your Friends & Family Will Want to Visit

Having the opportunity to play host or hostess can be a fun and satisfying experience. Your apartment should be welcoming to those who will spend time there with you, and make a visit to your home a pleasant experience.

Your home’s ambience depends on the decor direction you take. For instance, if you are looking for a casual feel, give it focus by picking a theme: a country cabin, a beach house, a shabby chic retreat. Choose floor pillows or comfortable chairs of the proper era, region or design; wall hangings depicting appropriate themes; and paint or wallpaper that fits the palette.

No one will enjoy spending time at your place if there isn’t anywhere to sit. Floor pillows and bean bag chairs invite serious lounging, a sofa brings people together, and folding chairs work in a pinch when several friends visit at once.

Lots of tasty food, drink and good conversation should be enough to keep guests happy, but the truth is that many visitors like the option of watching television and movies or playing games — video, board or card. Be sure that you have some ice-breaking party games on hand. A game of Twister or gin rummy can make for a memorable and fun experience. Music creates atmosphere and fills the space better than almost anything else.

Regardless of the decor or entertainment options you choose, it’s your approach as a host or hostess that determines how much people enjoy themselves. Make your apartment the pleasant home you’ve always dreamed of when friends or family visit. Having a clean, well-organized apartment is itself an enticement to stay a while and feel comfortable. It just takes a little thought, a little planning and a spirit of confidence and fun. Most of all, taking an easygoing approach to greeting and entertaining visitors will make them feel wanted and welcome. But be ready — your apartment just may become their favorite place to hang out!

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