How new-build apartment dwellers add character to white-cube spaces

With increasing construction expenses, the prevalence of bland white-cube residences is on the rise in numerous urban areas. In the United States, '5-over-1' structures are rapidly becoming commonplace, whereas in Europe, where living spaces have traditionally been compact, there is a growing trend towards shared living arrangements featuring communal kitchens and facilities. According to Shanaka Herath, a senior lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney's school of built environment, the high cost of land is a significant contributing factor. Residents of new developments share how they have infused personality into their spaces by repainting, collecting decorative items, and embracing an abundance of curtains.