Renting? Here Are 5 Easy Ways To Transform Your Home

Wall art is the easiest way to transform a space. Your budget doesn’t extend to oil paintings? No stress, there are framed prints and wall decor available for every style and price point – like contemporary Indigenous prints from Left Bank Art Group and iconic Matisse prints from Inca Arthouse. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to get permission from your landlord if you’d like to attach it to the wall via a hook, or stick to wall-friendly adhesive hanging hooks.

Don’t underestimate the humble cushion. These comfy additions to any living space have the power to add texture, colour and depth, whether they’re scattered across your couch or used to layer your bedding. Add personality with a motley crew of cushions tossed together – you can keep things minimalist by focusing on subtle textures like those from Hommey and Country Road, or add extra oomph with clashing prints, like those from the likes of Kip&Co.

Your scent can (and should) extend to your home. Personalise your place via fragrance with the use of candles (or diffusers if you prefer), which offer light, scent, and vibe in one. The hardest part will be choosing the right one for you – go for zesty Blood Orange Candle from Circa, the sweetness of the iconic A Tahaa Affair from Glasshouse or spicy Clary Sage from Black Blaze.

Greenery in the home is truly transformative and a saviour for renters. If you’re not naturally a green thumb you’re in luck – there are plenty of ways to learn. Arm yourself with a couple of book guides, like indoor plant guide Plant Tribe by Thames & Hudson and Smith Street Books’ Plantopedia, the definitive guide to houseplants. And if you’re after something a lot less maintenance, stick to fresh flowers in a decorative vase.