Moving is always messy, a little emotional, and, of course, Very<\/em> expensive. After weeks of juggling cardboard boxes, furniture delivery windows, and trying to convince myself that unpacking counts as a cardio workout, I’ve finally reached the fun part: making my new apartment feel like home. After moving into a beautiful two-bedroom condo in my favorite Brooklyn neighborhood, I started the full-time job of turning our new place into our forever home.<\/p>\n Although I moved in about 2 months ago, I wanted to wait until selling season arrived due to Memorial Day weekend sales on major home items. Some of my favorite brands I keep my eye on \u2014 Sunday Furniture, Lulu & Georgia, Pottery Barn, Design Within Reach, and more \u2014 are offering big discounts on big-ticket items like sofas and couches, while little touches like sleek ottomans and vases are also on sale. In furnishing my new apartment, I realized that a great space isn’t necessarily achieved by buying the most expensive things. It’s all about finding pieces with great shape, texture, and detail \u2014 whether it’s a sculptural lamp, hotel-worthy bedding, oversized mirrors, or attractive storage that hides clutter.<\/p>\n