Maddie Borge, a 23-year-old Norwegian living in London, documents her life as a content creator on social media. She loves interior design, DIY projects, travel, and exploring all London has to offer, which she shares on her Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube accounts. Her current home is a charming one-bedroom maisonette in central London, which she shares with her boyfriend. They pay £2,450 per month in rent, but Maddie believes it’s worth it for the location and space.
She loves living in the heart of the city, being able to walk to restaurants, cafes, shops, and Regents Park within 15 minutes. The flat is tucked away from the busiest streets, offering quiet evenings and a sense of safety. Maddie found the flat on Rightmove, toured it the next day, and put in an offer that evening. It came unfurnished, allowing them to personalize the space with their own furniture.
The flat boasts charming Georgian windows, ceiling cornices, and blue kitchen tiles. Maddie has incorporated Scandinavian colors and minimalism into her design choices, complementing the existing features. As a renter for the past five years, Maddie has developed various renter-friendly DIY hacks to personalize her space. She’s used command strips for wall art, changed curtains, installed window film, and wrapped kitchen shelves in contact paper. These changes, easily reversible for when they move out, help make the flat feel more homely.
Maddie highlights the flat’s clever design, with ample storage space for clothes, linens, and even suitcases. The bedroom is the largest room, with a dedicated section transformed into a home office for working from home. The flat has a washing machine and microwave, and Maddie praises the property management team for their prompt response to any maintenance issues.
After moving five times in five years, Maddie emphasizes the importance of finding a place to settle down. She and her boyfriend signed a multi-year lease, aiming to stay until they can eventually purchase a home. Maddie is incredibly happy with her current situation, appreciating the space, location, and security of her Zone 1 apartment.
