{"id":4359,"date":"2021-11-12T07:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T13:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/the-courtyards-at-mountain-view\/?p=4359"},"modified":"2026-01-04T23:57:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T05:57:51","slug":"decorate-senior-apartment-denver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pegasusseniorliving.com\/the-courtyards-at-mountain-view\/blog\/2021\/11\/12\/decorate-senior-apartment-denver\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Ways To Turn Your Independent Senior Living Apartment Into a Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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If you’re looking into independent living retirement communities in Colorado, it means that you’re ready to give up the hassles in your life and start living life on your terms. With that transformation, you shouldn\u2019t have to live in a drab box. This is your new home, and it should resemble your dreams.<\/p>

Independent living<\/a> at The Courtyards at Mountain View<\/a> means you\u2019ll never have to worry about bothersome cleaning tasks, figuring out what\u2019s for dinner, or waste money on expensive home maintenance again. All you have to do is decorate.<\/p>

1. Downsizing<\/h2>

One of the best ways to process your move away from home is during downsizing. There\u2019s a therapeutic quality<\/a> to reliving little moments in history, giving things to a good cause, and the relief of not having to worry about so much stuff. It will also provide you with time to consider what you will or will not need in the future.<\/p>

To understand the downsizing process, read our complete guide<\/a> to get ready for the fun part.<\/p>

2. Mise en Place<\/h2>

This French saying is not just for the kitchen. When you lay out your new home<\/a>, give every item you have a place \u2014 and create a checklist of where to find things you don\u2019t need very often.<\/p>

Consider using organizational baskets, hooks, or velcro fasteners for items you use often but are easy to misplace. Think about how a bookshelf or credenza can store photo albums and act as a room divider.<\/p>

3. Enhance Your Space<\/h2>

Spacious independent living apartments at The Courtyards at Mountain View feature nine-foot ceilings and plenty of windows with included coverings. Brighten up that space even more with mirrors. Not only can you see your smiling face, but mirrors can also help create focal points that\u2019ll give your new home the flair and coziness it deserves.<\/p>

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4. Invite Life In<\/h2>

We welcome pets, and we can\u2019t wait to meet your furry friends at The Courtyards at Mountain View. Animals are one way to liven up a space, but consider plants<\/a> too.<\/p>

Plants make for great companions who also purify the air, provide pleasant aromas, and become a great hobby. A good plant can help beautify an unused corner or even provide spices for cooking; our independent living apartments include full kitchens.<\/p>

5. Two-for-One<\/h2>

Picking furniture with multiple functions is an excellent choice. A hollow ottoman gives you a chance to store things, acts as an extra seat, and gives you a place to put your feet up. You may not need a large dining room table and office desk anymore. A drop-leaf table or the lift-top coffee table might be a good alternative.<\/p>

When you wish to host additional guests, take advantage of community amenities like:<\/p>