Although the common areas of a building are simply passageways, it is important that the decoration is in keeping with the structure and design of the property and that, in addition, the homeowners agree on how to decorate it or hire a designer to do so.
It is also important to have community insurance to ensure coverage for any type of fire, theft, damage or breakage caused by external factors such as rain, frost, electrical damage... in short, so that the common areas of the building are as protected as those of the individual home.
Keep these tips in mind to ensure your common areas always look attractive:
- When decorating common areas, a mirror in the main entrance is essential. We all like to check our reflection before heading out the door, so the building community could opt for a large mirror, big enough to cover an entire side of the entrance. This also makes the space feel larger.
- Another item that is often indispensable is a doormat for those rainy days when nobody wants the entrance and common areas to become a sea of shoe marks, water and mud.
- Plants are always a great asset when decorating a building's common areas, such as landings and entrances. You can opt for artificial plants if the community doesn't have someone responsible for their care, or choose natural plants to fill the building with a touch of nature and create a welcoming atmosphere.
- If the community has enough space, placing a sofa in the building's entrance will give warmth and a homey feel to everyone who enters.
- Finally, proper and good lighting that is accessible and visible to all residents and people from outside the building who may enter should not be overlooked.
Takenfrom the Mutua de Propietarios Blog
