Letter: Decorate and celebrate in your home or dorm
Have you ever walked into a college dorm room and thought, “how would this ever feel like home?” The bland walls, generic carpets, colorless cabinets, and depressing kitchen, suck the personality out of anyone who walks into the room. This may seem like a problem not easily solved, but even something as simple as a decorative blanket can add some much-needed life to a lifeless room.
A common misconception is that adding decorations can be too expensive or make the room look cluttered. Pictures are a simple and inexpensive way to add a pop of color and increase sentimental value. In addition, decorations can be a conversation starter and spark creativity.
Creating a colorful space makes a room more inviting and pleasant to be in. Famous designer Ingrid Fetell Lee verifies this in a TedTalk by saying “joy begins with the senses.” Humans naturally respond positively to a plethora of shapes and colors. This supports the belief that personalizing and decorating can foster feelings of contentment and happiness.
So, if you ever find yourself walking into a room devoid of individuality, consider taking the time to doctor up the space with some decorations.
Karoline Freeman, Provo
