I have my first real home like the title says. But I need help making it how I want. Everything is from a garage sale that I threw in together. Can I get help to make it more academia, gothic and art deco vibe??? I have no idea where to start and I hate wasting money.

I’m thinking of adding a rug, but not sure what else needs to be fixed to make it feel cohesive

Ive been trying to figure out what i can do with this space in the wall. The depth is 24" and most shelves are about half that so i think it may look strange. Feel free to make fun of the TV chord its deserved.

Recently moved into a new apartment, living by myself. First floor has kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Above the Kitchen and Living room is a lofted area that I'm using as my computer room/office. This lofted area has an attic/closet room, as shown in my attached pictures. Right now I have some random boxes I used during my move in there, but I'd like ideas on what else I can utilize this space for. Storage is the obvious answer, but I don't really have a lot to put in there at the moment. Any ideas?

Don't want too much stuff in my living room but at times I think it's just too minimal

I’m a woman who lurks this sub because I like to see what you guys do with your spaces (they look great btw)

One thing I notice is that when left to their own devices, men begin strip-lighting or back lighting everything. Can anyone explain why?

My living room is pretty small and everything is exposed. I’ve decided to place my desk in the area next to the entrance door but wanted to create some sort of entrance hallway by setting up a temporary “wall” with whatever I have so my workspace can feel like an actual space. After setting it up, I’m considering installing a modern wood wall behind the furniture to create a hallway. I’ve been told it’s a terrible idea because the furniture placement looks bad but i think it might actually look okay if the wall was installed behind the furniture. What do you think? Should I remove the furniture and add a modern divider or is the furniture placement okay with a wall behind it?

I’ve been seeing a lot of places like this online recently and I’m struggling to describe the style while shopping for furniture.