Interior Design

How do you make your living space beautiful? It’s not just about finding the perfect, sunlit loft - you also need to know a little something about design. But don’t worry - you don’t need a fine arts degree to give your home a warm and welcoming vibe. You just need to be thoughtful about your decor and brush up on some smart design advice.

Here on the Common blog, that’s what we’re all about. Read up on the latest tips and tricks to give your apartment the comfy allure it deserves. Whether you’re trying to color-match your furniture, locate the best vintage stores in your city, or just find some houseplants that thrive in a coliving environment, we’ve got you covered.

Apartment Searching

6 differences between a condo and apartment

Read on to learn what each has to offer and how they differ.

Interior Design

Studio vs. 1 Bedroom Apartment: What’s the Difference?

There’s more to consider than just the square footage when comparing studio apartments and 1 bedroom apartments.

Interior Design

A Guide to Living in a Studio Apartment

With the right tips and tricks, you can make a small studio be just as comfortable as a larger apartment.

Interior Design

Jenn Chang on redesigning a historic schoolhouse into a modern apartment

Jenn Chang, Common’s Director of Architecture, redesigned a historic schoolhouse into her beautiful, modern apartment in SoHo.

Interior Design

Decorating shared spaces tips from Sophie Wilkinson

Real Simple is our go-to source for home decor, recipes, DIY, and beauty tips. Recently, they spoke to Sophie Wilkinson, Common’s Head of Design and Construction, about decorating shared spaces without causing tension between roommates.

Interior Design

New year, new home. Decorating tips to re-energize your space.

A new year marks a new start, a revitalization. Decorate your home to match this new beginning with these simple re-energizing tips.