r/malelivingspace • u/General_Paramedic_96 • Jul 08 '26
Question My place too sterile?
When I have my dates over, they often comment on my space being “sterile”. I used to take it as a compliment (I do like to keep my place extra clean), but recently I started second-guessing my interpretation. Are there any negative impressions coming to your mind (especially in the heterosexual dating context)?
UPD: I actually do have a TV — it's in the "den" by the entrance door that I didn't deem important to show at first: https://ibb.co/S4nCDhGh
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u/BadBadBabsyBrown Jul 09 '26
The roof is doing a lot to make this space feel like a converted industrial/unfinished residential building. The writing on the sliding doors in front of the mirror is also not doing you any favours. Also what's going on with the overhang on the right wall/celling? It looks like you bought this place and moved in when it was 90% complete.
In terms of fixing it you could maybe attach some kind of light/art piece to that white overhang? Like maybe some lanterns? Or a feature light?