{"id":2650,"date":"2020-05-19T09:00:46","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T13:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/?p=2650"},"modified":"2020-05-15T11:20:37","modified_gmt":"2020-05-15T15:20:37","slug":"tips-for-sharing-a-small-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/tips-for-sharing-a-small-space\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Sharing A Small Space"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s always a little tricky when couples move into their first home or apartment together. At the moment, it\u2019s even trickier since we\u2019re being advised to \u201cshelter in place.\u201d Suddenly, those four walls that you share feel even smaller. And the little things that you could overlook \u2013 crowded closets, competing \u201ccollections\u201d of stuff \u2013 weigh heavier. There\u2019s nowhere to run, and it can increase the pressure on even the best relationship. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Birkat Elyon (opens in a new tab)\">Birkat Elyon<\/a> has spent decades working with couples, providing them with high-quality cubic zirconia engagement and wedding rings. They offer these helpful tips for negotiating a small space together during a quarantine \u2013 or any other time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CLOSETS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On sitcoms, sharing closet space has been a running joke; in\nreal life, it\u2019s not so funny. It\u2019s important that each half of the couple knows\nthey have \u201cequal space,\u201d especially if one has moved into a place where the\nother has been living. Make a conscious effort to ensure that each of you has\nwhat you need. That could involve things like finding a way to rotate\nout-of-season clothes to somewhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, not everyone&#8217;s &#8220;closet style&#8221; is the\nsame. One of you might want shoes kept in a tidy shoe rack; the other may be\nall about scattering them on the floor. Try to accommodate each other, have a\nfrank discussion about what bugs you and why \u2013 then try to find a healthy\ncompromise.&nbsp; And let&#8217;s not forget about\nthe miracle of modern closet organization: there&#8217;s a whole industry devoted to\nmaking the most of space through boxes, shelving, baskets, and more. Take\nadvantage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DO A PURGE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With more folks staying home, now is a great time to go\nthrough and unload those things you no longer need, and that just takes up\nmuch-needed space. This can be fun! Take it one closet or shelf at a time. Go\nthrough old clothes, old books, and more and then pass them on to someone who\ncan actually use them. It will give your living space extra &#8220;breathing\nroom.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LOOK FOR UNLIKELY STORAGE SPACES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Say that your significant other has a collection of\nmatchbooks that he\/she <em>really <\/em>wants\nto display. Look around for odd nooks and crannies that might work. Don\u2019t\noverlook places like the tops of pantries, cabinets, door frames, and more.\nConsider it a kind of scavenger hunt, one that will let each of you share the\nthings you love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CREATE YOUR OWN RULES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Old habits can die hard. You might be used to doing certain\nthings the way they were done in the home you grew up in. When you and your\npartner are in close quarters 24\/7, some of these \u201crules\u201d might start to grate.\nSo give yourself permission to let go of old routines and come up with fun new\ncustoms. Maybe you\u2019ll opt to skip \u201chaving\u201d to do a big Sunday morning breakfast\nin favor of extra cuddle time and coffee in bed. Use this strange time as an\nopportunity to reinvent your \u201ccouple\u2019s rules.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing a small space \u2013 at any time \u2013 can be challenging. Now, it&#8217;s especially so. But with honest discussion, compromise, and some clever &#8220;life hacks,&#8221; you can co-habit peacefully. And once you\u2019ve achieved your goals, celebrate each other with a great piece of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"dazzling, affordable CZ jewelry. (opens in a new tab)\">dazzling, affordable CZ jewelry.<\/a> Birkat Elyon offers things for both women and men (and it won\u2019t take up  <\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s always a little tricky when couples move into their first home or apartment together. At the moment, it\u2019s even trickier since we\u2019re being advised to \u201cshelter in place.\u201d Suddenly, those four walls that you share feel even smaller. And the little things that you could overlook \u2013 crowded closets, competing \u201ccollections\u201d of stuff \u2013 weigh heavier. 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