No, being a bachelor doesn’t mean making do with bare essentials. Whatever the established stereotypes infer, men and their man cave or man space demand a sense of aesthetics, albeit perfunctory. For, a home is a home, whoever dwells in it. And that calls for some planning, some shopping and some arranging.
There is no excuse for dirty laundry lying around, old newspapers piling on the coffee table, dirty dishes and stale food mapping the kitchen counter. You do not need to hop on the stereotype train just to prove you are a man and have the gumption, rather a cloying need to leave things be. There may be a subtle, yet universal acceptance of all things men and messy; but why give in to the quirky expectations when you are the one inhabiting the space you call home? Even if you have mastered the art of finding things easily from the dump you have created in your living space, there is an underlying human need to live in comfort with positive vibes set in motion by clean space and simple elegance. And this is possible without breaking the bank. All that you need to get going is the right inclination and a little tried and tested experience from experts.
If you are game for it, check out this snapshot of essentials to turn your bachelor pad into a warm and comfortable den.
Furniture Comfort
Whether you live in a single bedroom apartment or a studio flat with a single room, the area designated as the sitting space needs a piece or two of furniture. Experts, in fact, recommend a minimum of two pieces of furniture for every bachelor pad – a sofa and a coffee table. These can be sourced from any furniture store in the capital; even the second-hand shops dotting Muttrah and Hamriya area, if your budget limits the scope of your purchase.
Lighting Mood
Being a bachelor might mean long working hours, as most employees tend to think bachelors have no life beyond the confines of the office. If you are working for one such boss, all the more reason for you to invest time and a little money in getting the right light fitting to enhance your mood after office hours. According to one lighting expert, the kind of fitting you use and the glow you get can have a big impact on your mood. It is best to avoid overhead lighting and instead opt for wall fittings or pedestal lamps that are fitted with incandescent bulbs. Alternately, you could light up candles to give the evening a fitting finale.
Wall Cheer
Bare walls are not boring, but then neither are they doing anything to up your home’s comfort quotient. Of course, the colour you use, the texture you imbue it with does make all the difference, but if you want your wall to spread an instant air of cheer, all that you need to do is deck it with pictures or artworks that either enhance the aesthetics with their value or act as triggers to spread pleasant memories. Come summer and you could use the weekends to indulge in some do-it-yourself craft or artwork to adorn your walls. You will not be able to stop staring at your walls and feel the smile spreading through you.
Bathroom Tidings
Some spend hours in it, while others are out in a jiffy. Whichever side you fall into, the fact is that bathroom is the most essential room in the house even for a bachelor. If it is clean, you could even sleep in one, but can you say the same about a bath in a bedroom? You get the drift… Yes, it is one room that you will visit a couple of times and more in a day. That means keeping it clean and also ensuring that it exudes pleasant vibes. With advancements in bathrooms, many find solace in the alone time it presents, inducing one to think and even make important decisions. To help things up, go on, shop for a neat curtain shower and right containers to hold your bathroom essentials.
Kitchen Aid
Even if cooking is not your forte and you prefer to fix up a mess deal with the restaurant of your choice, you need basic kitchen tools for that rainy day. From a set of spoons and knives to basic utensils for reheating and frying, even as a bachelor your kitchen demands some semblance of importance. Not to forget the trash can… Simply hanging a supermarket plastic bag onto the door handle to collect the garbage will not only add to the unsightly appearance of the room, but it might also attract rodents. You need a designated trash can. And while you are there shopping, don’t forget to upgrade your bedroom cupboard with towels and bedsheets. You would also need a shoe rack, albeit a small one, if you have the bare minimum in the footwear front.
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