So, whether you’re leaving your dorm room situation, moving out of home, or are simply ready for a fresh start somewhere new, if you’ve chosen a close friend to move-in with; you’re about to have the best time. Maybe you’re childhood friends, besties from university or college, or you’ve been working together for a while and know that being roomies will be great. If you’re about to cohabit with someone you care about, it’s important that you put hard work and planning into making the experience as positive as possible so that you remain the best of friends. A little organization from you both will go a long way to ensuring that there’s nothing but fun, laughter, and excitement (with several Netflix binges) ahead.

Therefore, it’s time to do all that adulting stuff and ensure that organizing the admin is taken care of so that you can enjoy the rest of the move together. Get a notebook and pen ready, and begin writing some thorough lists of all the things you’ll need to prepare and plan for, to create your dream apartment together (yay). The following are some ideas, inspiration, and advice for those who are about to move-in with their friend and want to enjoy each part of the process for a happy future in their (Pinterest-worthy) apartment.

Moving Day Rules

Moving day can take its toll on everyone; however, with some careful planning, there’s no reason it can’t become a positive part of the whole experience. Make sure you check out sites like https://www.mybekins.com/locations/beverly-hills-ca-movers/ beforehand so that you can book a reputable company to transport your items. Try to utilize the same team for both you and your friend; this will help to cut costs, and you can split it down the middle. Clearly labeling your boxes will help you once you’ve arrived; put your name, the room, and what’s inside each box on the outside, and don’t forget those fragile stickers too!

Your First Night In

Your first night should be a mixture of unpacking, settling in, and enjoying takeout together; you can always throw a bottle of something fizzy in too, as it is a special occasion! Take some pictures; polaroids will look great on the refrigerator or pegged up along fairy lights, and you can start planning out your communal space. Remember that your bedrooms are where you can do what you want in regards to color schemes, interior choices, and even clutter, but your living, kitchen, and bathroom areas need to be a joint effort. You can create a collective Pinterest board before you move in so that you both get a sense of the interior ideas you’re going to love; use your first night to take a look at it, and begin thinking about what can go where.

Set Some Rules

Getting annoyed is a normal part of living with someone, but it’s how you deal with your issues that count. Setting some rules for apartment life will help, and ensuring that you’re able to communicate effectively if things do crop up will keep your friendship strong. Don’t let arguments fester; deal with everything head on so that you can get back to enjoying the latest Netflix binge with a pizza together.

 

Do you live with your bestie? Have you lived with your bestie before? What were your thoughts or experiences? I’d love to hear what you have to say in the comments below!

Until next time,