Tips for living in a rented apartment
Not everyone will buy their own home. Comparis gives you tips on how to make your apartment comfortable.
Tips for making your home look great
Around two-thirds of the Swiss population live in rented apartments. It is therefore all the more important to make your own four walls comfortable to live in. This will make you feel truly at home. With a few design tips, you can create a cosy, personal atmosphere even with simple means.
Better living: tips and tricks
Whether you're looking for a restful night's sleep or a comfortable life at home, here are some tips on living in an apartment.
Five tips for small apartments
Having little space doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style and comfort. With the right furnishing ideas, even a small apartment can become a happy place.
In small apartments, every square metre counts. Furniture that serves multiple purposes is therefore particularly practical – for example, a bed with drawers, an extendable table or a sofa with storage space. This way, you can combine comfort with function and save space.
Light wall colours such as white, beige or pastel shades make rooms appear larger and more open. Mirrors reflect light and create visual depth. This creates an airy, friendly living environment – ideal for small rooms.
Make conscious use of the walls and ceiling heights. Shelves, wall cupboards and wall hooks offer additional storage space without taking up floor space. In some cases, a loft bed can also help to create more usable space underneath.
The smaller the room, the more important it is to keep things tidy. Reduce decorations to a few specific styles and choose uniform furniture (e.g. in the same colour). Less visual distraction makes the room look calmer, tidier and therefore larger.
Use mobile furniture or room dividers to design areas flexibly – for example, with curtains or open shelves. This way, you can create zones for sleeping, working or relaxing as needed, without overloading the room.
Tips for trouble-free coexistence
Whether you're living in a shared apartment, with your partner or your family – living together harmoniously requires consideration and clear agreements. Here are some tips on how to live together in a relaxed way.
Tips on electricity, water and energy
Saving energy is not only good for the climate, but also for your bank account. Here are some tips on how to save energy in a rented apartment.