Make the Most of the Extra Daylight, at Home

With lots of bright, New Mexico sunlight this time of year, the days might seem a little longer—this doesn’t mean you have to neglect spending time in your apartment, though!

There are several ways you can modify your décor and window treatments to maximize the natural light in your apartment. Sunlight is known to have numerous physical and psychological benefits.

Having a lot of natural light at home is also practically beneficial. It can help save energy as well!
ApartmentTherapy has provided some tips on keeping a bright home. Some of their tips include:

1. If you don't have control over you home's orientation, but do have some flexibility in the layout, locate your most used rooms on the south-side (or most daylit) of the home.
2. Choose your window shades carefully.
3. Use bright, light and reflected surfaces, especially for an otherwise dark house.
4. Use exterior elements to your advantage.
5. Lastly, don't forget to clean your windows!  

For ApartmentTherapy’s complete guide to maximizing natural light, click here.