Monday, May 4, 2009

EMPTY SPACES

Going from living in a 1-BHK to a 3-BHK is akin to a journey of self-discovery.

Sure I had my own room in school. But eight years in Mumbai, where the rents are high and space is money, makes these spaces seem somewhat intimidating.

Suddenly my TV resembled a midget. And my living room looked so very bare. Filling up space on a budget can prove to be a challenge. Sure I could spend a pretty penny and get a bunch of nifty stuff from a swanky, air-conditioned furniture store. But where's the fun in that?

I have ecclectic, vintage tastes, with a smattering of contemporary thrown in. And in the recession, the key is to buy good quality stuff for a great price. So, I got a fab second-hand 5-seater, which adds this warm, homely touch to such a stark, wide space.

No comments: