Student decor ’should be practical and stylish’

When it comes to student houses, undergraduates are advised to keep things simple in terms of decorating their digs.

Nonetheless, compromising on quality is not recommended, according to the Telegraph, as "cheap and nasty" furniture will not last, and will therefore be a poor investment in the long run, and will also fail to yield a high rental value.

One practical tip offered is to opt for built in furnishings, as they make better use of space and can often "multitask".

For example, built-in breakfast bars can work as an area for both dining and study.

Style is another crucial factor, the publication notes, with small touches of colour added to pieces of furniture like chairs and drawers, as well as cushions and lamps, working to revamp the old and make it like new.

According to Rental Decorating, a loft bed vignette can help transform a small room by taking advantage of vertical room space that would otherwise be lost.