Many college students are faced with similar problems when it comes to starting the school year. Aside from adjusting back to their busy academic schedules, they also have the task of decorating their dorm rooms and maximizing its space without breaking any university rules. All dorm rooms are basically the same; it allows two or more people to share a space which inevitably makes it feel tight and overcrowded. Most dorm rooms should not even be considered as rooms because of how small they are. This is why it is essential that as a college student, you know how to efficiently maximize your space and decorate it to reflect your personality without spending all of your tuition money. There are many different approaches you can use and here are some of them.•    Dorm rooms can become generic so it is up to you to incorporate your own style into it. Choose a theme or a set of hues that can harmonize with your furniture and possessions.•    Use up every space available in your room. You can do this by thinking vertically. Shelving and hooks are a good way to store items and other belongings and get them off the floor. There are shelf brackets available which can be practical at the same time a decorative piece. •    You bed will probably be the focal point of your room so you might as well make it look appealing. Purchase sheets and throw pillows that will complement everything else inside your room. As this furniture can take up a lot of space, consider buying a loft bed for you and your roommate instead of a twin bed. •    Always choose items and furniture that are multifunctional or dual purpose. For instance, a study table with hidden storage compartments underneath is a good idea. •    Aside from throw pillows and sheets, a colorful throw rug will brighten up the mood of your room. •    Over-the-door storage units are an inexpensive and great way to store items such as shoes, bags and school supplies. Not only will all these things be within easy reach but you will also be able to clear out some space from your closet. •    Utilize your closet in the most efficient way possible. You can put your dresser in the closet to provide more floor space. You will usually need clothes for different types of season so store them accordingly. Make use of closet hangers which can add extra rows of hanger space. Invest in vacuum bags wherein you can store out-of season clothes to buy storage space.•    If you still need more storage areas then think about adding storage bins. Because this method can take up a lot of space, make sure that you pick out bins that can harmonize with your overall dorm theme.There a lot of ways that you can utilize to make your dorm room appealing and appear to be larger. Whether you will be using wall shelves with shelf brackets or buying loft beds, remember that you owe it to yourself to make out of the space that you are given. Being trapped in such as small space is not a way to live especially if you want to

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