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Have a roommate? Find a common color palette
According to Mike Harrison, a designer who knows a thing or two about small spaces — he designed the dressing rooms for Broadway stars like Dear Evan Hansen's Ben Platt and Hamilton's Leslie Odom Jr. — living with another person doesn't have to mean a disjointed decor scheme. "Roommates can have different styles — one is more boho, and one is more coastal charm — but can find common ground by using at least one unifying color to incorporate different textures and designs," he explained. "For example, a light turquoise can evoke a fresh, beachy vibe while also being a great accent color for an eclectic, bohemian palette. You can even find a throw pillow for one bed that coordinates with the other bed’s comforter."