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This Woman Gave Her Sister’s Dorm Room A Makeover, And People Are Awestruck
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This Woman Gave Her Sister’s Dorm Room A Makeover, And People Are Awestruck

This Woman Gave Her Sister’s Dorm Room A Makeover, And People Are AwestruckInterior Designer Transforms Her Little Sister’s Dorm Room, Turns It From Regular-Looking To A Luxurious SpacePeople On TikTok Are Applauding This Woman’s Talent In Turning Her Little Sister’s Boring Dorm Room Into A Luxurious SpaceWoman Goes Viral For Giving Her Sister’s Dorm Room A Dreamy Makeover“Decorating My Little Sister’s Dorm”: Viral College Room Makeover Leaves TikTok Users SpeechlessInterior Designer Treats Her Little Sister To A Dream Dorm Room, And People On TikTok Are Fascinated With The Space She CreatedStudent’s Sister Renovates Her Standard-Looking Dorm Room, Gets Praised For Her Incredible SkillsTikTok Showing A Stunning Dorm Room Makeover Goes Viral With Over 10M Views2.1M People Liked This Video Showing A Stunning Dorm Room Makeover This Interior Designer Did For Her Sister“Decorating My Little Sister’s Dorm”: TikTok Showing A Stunning Dorm Room Makeover Goes Viral With Over 10M Views
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Most of you will probably agree that our college days are one of the happiest phases of life; after all, it’s a new beginning full of experiences and adventurous activities that you’ll gladly reminisce about later in the future.

You finally get a taste of that thrilling independence, develop possible lifelong friendships and relationships, and focus on being a free spirit. You’re learning about adulthood and all its glory, yet you’re also enriching your life with bittersweet memories of night-long parties and frantic exam preparations.

Now, of course, studying is a turbulent and intense process that can take a toll on your mental and physical health – which is why it’s crucial to have a comforting space where you can relax and unwind.

Most dorm rooms are bland, standard-looking little concrete boxes – however, if you’re a student who resides in halls, this viral transformation might inspire you to head to your nearest store and get that imagination flowing.

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    After revamping her sister’s dorm room, a New York-based interior designer left internet users awestruck

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    “Decorating my little sister’s dorm” – this New York-based interior designer took to TikTok to unveil her most recent creation that has managed to get the attention of many users. The video went viral with over 10M views, 2.1M likes, and 13.4K comments praising the woman for her incredible skills.

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    Over 10M viewers tuned in to watch Alethea Johnson, 29, reveal her most recent makeover

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    Most students don’t live close enough to the college they attend to be able to live at home – and the majority are ready to get out of there and start adulting anyway.

    Dorms save individuals from the hassle of commuting and make it simpler to get to class, enabling you to be there on time even if you wake up minutes before the start of your lecture. They are safe and they promote a feeling of community – however, it does require some time to make it homey, especially if it’s a shared room where you have to mind the comfort of your roommate.

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    Whether you’re an owner of a huge mansion, live in an apartment block, or a student who wants to make their accommodation a little bit more presentable – giving your home, be it temporary or not, an occasional makeover can definitely benefit your well-being.

    It’s a form of self-expression that will not only make your place feel more welcoming, but will also reveal your values, aspirations and tastes to your guests and visitors.

    There’s nothing more exciting than spending your quiet evenings surfing through the internet and mood boarding, knowing that you’re about to transform your space into something new and shiny.

    Netizens claimed that the place went from “prison room” to “5-star hotel”

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    It’s truly a great mental boost!

    Starting a new project can distract you from worrying thoughts, whether they’re school-related or not, as the idea of changing things up is often enough to give you a sense of enjoyment.

    We all suffer from stress, and sometimes, watching your favorite TV show is just not enough. There’re times when we get overwhelmed and the only thing we want is to keep ourselves busy to avoid all the negative pondering. Some choose to hang out with their buddies, others like to deep clean and move their furniture around.

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    The array of diamond-framed photos also caught folks’ attention

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    The TikToker’s transformation left the platform’s users stunned. With the help of some self-adhesive wallpaper, a greatly chosen color scheme, and impeccable talent, a dull-looking dorm – that most students endure from year to year – was able to remold into a luxurious space.

    Netizens joked about the roommate’s well-being, wondering whether they were alright after seeing the makeover; others noticed the excessive number of pictures of the dorm’s owner, thinking that the woman must be a Leo. Although it is an amusing touch, the author of the video did mention that she simply didn’t have time to print different ones.

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    Here’re a couple of other similarly impressive transformations Alethea has done

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    Generally speaking, interior design is a very rewarding career; you get to bless others with aesthetically pleasing views and find needed solutions for better use of the space. Professionals are able to meet clients in the middle and create a picture that will tickle their fancy, leaving both parties satisfied.

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    Each person has their own distinct tastes and interests. A designer’s goal is to create beauty, comfort, and practicality by experimenting with space, color, materials, and furniture, while also keeping in mind their clients’ wants and constraints.

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    And although hiring a professional is the best way to go – sometimes, splurging is simply not in the cards. The web is a great place that offers a ton of inspiration, and people like Alethea are one of many examples.

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    You can watch the transformation video here

    @aletheajay Decorating my little sisters Dorm 🫣#dormtransformation #dorm #beforeandafter #roomtransformation #dormroomdecor #hbcu #morganstate @thenaababy ♬ Glamorous – Fergie

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    LoudMansLover
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm always astounded by these designers. Maybe I grew up with creative, crafty people and not everyone does, but glueing stuff on things and putting pretty lights up isn't hard? What's difficult is making the space practical and creating space for what you have. This just looks super minimal and uncomfortable mentally and physically.

    Lindsey Morris
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Idk, when I was in college, early 2000's you were only allowed a certain percentage of your walls covered (like 30%) bc wall hanging can be very flammable. I would guess that dorms do not allow walls completely covered with self-adhesive, temp wallpaper. Plus the art work on top of the flammable temp wallpaper, further creating more flammable items...

    Satan Laughs
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, vain and suggestive selfies/nudes and no place to study? Priorities?

    Daman dan
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    Angela Turrall
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just going to say it even thought it's just maybe not to my taste, but... It's cheap looking and tacky. It's impractical. And, it's likely against dorm safety regulations.

    Nikki Sevven
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does every "after" photo look like a Wayfair catalog page? No color or personality, just generic hotel vibes.

    Zophra
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not very realistic for a college dorm space.Don't think fashion and glitz is practical or worth the upkeep.

    Bridgette Helms
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And it's not very realistic that you have an electrician come in to retire the walls to a lot for such ceiling lighting and sconces.

    LoudMansLover
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm always astounded by these designers. Maybe I grew up with creative, crafty people and not everyone does, but glueing stuff on things and putting pretty lights up isn't hard? What's difficult is making the space practical and creating space for what you have. This just looks super minimal and uncomfortable mentally and physically.

    Lindsey Morris
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Idk, when I was in college, early 2000's you were only allowed a certain percentage of your walls covered (like 30%) bc wall hanging can be very flammable. I would guess that dorms do not allow walls completely covered with self-adhesive, temp wallpaper. Plus the art work on top of the flammable temp wallpaper, further creating more flammable items...

    Satan Laughs
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, vain and suggestive selfies/nudes and no place to study? Priorities?

    Daman dan
    Community Member
    2 years ago

    This comment has been deleted.

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    Angela Turrall
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just going to say it even thought it's just maybe not to my taste, but... It's cheap looking and tacky. It's impractical. And, it's likely against dorm safety regulations.

    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does every "after" photo look like a Wayfair catalog page? No color or personality, just generic hotel vibes.

    Zophra
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not very realistic for a college dorm space.Don't think fashion and glitz is practical or worth the upkeep.

    Bridgette Helms
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And it's not very realistic that you have an electrician come in to retire the walls to a lot for such ceiling lighting and sconces.

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