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[@andreastewart8566]

I remember a friend of mine saying "why would you paint your apartment and do small upgrades?" I have now lived here for over 5 years. This is still my home even if I don't own it! It's so nice to have a space that feels like yours, regardless!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

I totally agree! Make your space your own is advice I live by!!!

[@IkaneishaJenkins]

Exactly!

[@MizJilly]

Amen! Home is home, and it reflects you. "It ain't mine" doesn't fly when company is looking at you with pity because your place is a mess.

[@jessicaaye3738]

Right

[@miyannagaddy671]

I agree! I’ve been living in the same town house (renting) since i was born and this is the only joke i know, i don’t plan on moving any time soon & it feels right to update it a little bit 😊

[@PotatoConsumer9000]

It is INSANE how minor changes here and there make such a difference. Your apartment looks like a million-dollar penthouse!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thank you

[@rb7007]

Totally agree! 😍

[@radlikewhoa]

Immediately subscribed when I saw the black accent wall - Literally passed out when I saw the bathroom. Holy shit your space is BEAUTIFUL.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 🥰

[@eriklundstrom1336]

Switching out your shower head is super easy and instantly makes your bathroom feel more luxurious!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

I have such a specific shower head that’s is hard to find a replacement that mounts the same way! I hope to find one soon!

[@UdoADHD]

You and Wayna (another rental decor lady on KZbin) are changing my world!

[@CarronC]

Me too! I love them both!

[@traniecewashington1661]

Lol they are!

[@pattysdaughter5639]

They really are 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@mesharuu8331]

Yes ma’am!!

[@zadajames9071]

Same!

[@atchy325]

When I tell you you spoke to my SOUL when you dragged that ugly ceiling fan, this is all the motivation I needed 😂

[@artisticagi]

Qs to Ask to Leasing Office: Do you allow for small changes and upgrades? 1:29 Do you allow me to add lighting Change the faucet. The hardware. The knobs. Wallpaper, wall painting, pull up the carpeting Etc Lighting 💡 1:45 before 1:53 after 2:42 before 2:53 options 3:15 under cabinet lighting 3:45 switch out ceiling fans For a chandelier light 4:03 Save everything you take out So you can put it back when you leave 4:48 switching out the knobs 5:08 before 5:13 after 5:37 all hardware switched to matte black 6:13 switch out the faucet Before 5:08 After 6:17 7:20 Adding an Accent Wall 7:20 before 7:25 after 8:12 removable wall paper Places Amazon - faucet Five Below IKEA Home Depot - knobs Etsy - knots Benjamin Moore Mayte black paint

[@alexandracummings2105]

I work in property management and typically it’s not a big deal. However, Everything must be changed back to normal when you move out. Or you will be charged up the woohaw

[@TaylorMMontgomery]

I'm a big believer in making sure your high-touch items feel nice and fit your style. Things you touch every day - cabinet pulls, light switches, faucets, door knobs - are relatively affordable and can literally change your renting experience!

[@ChillzChillie]

Loving the hair!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 🥰

[@dianelipson5420]

Very rarely have I ever seen such an immaculate home be so welcoming. Beautiful!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you ☺️

[@enviforbes3405]

Girl I’m doing everything, my landlord is the one God sent 🤗…couldn’t wait for this video

[@SabrinaLatoya]

🙌🏾 Go all out!!!!!

[@Candacecityvlogs]

Don't just learn, experience. Don't just read, absorb. Don't just change, transform. Don't just relate, advocate. Don't just promise, prove. Don't just criticize, encourage. Don't just think, ponder. Don't just take, give. Don't just see, feel. Don’t just dream, do. Don't just hear, listen. Don't just talk, act. Don't just tell, show. Don't just exist, live.

[@chikachic817]

As much as I would love to switch out the ceiling fans, I live in Georgia where fans are an absolute MUST HAVE! I've lived in three different complexes in 9 years and they all come in fans in the living and bedrooms. I would love to change out the lighting in other areas, but would rather wait until I know I will be staying in an area for a long period of time.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Very much understandable! 🥰

[@milkflavored]

I hope sponsors have reached out to you, this is INSANELY GOOD. You have an amazing eye!

[@davidjemison9480]

Well I have to say you have a gift and I love your style. I am sure your parents are proud of you. Your taste in home decor is insane.

[@boolasagna9663]

I love how you are an electrical engineer and making videos like this! I am currently for school for computer engineering (a junior) and I have started getting into streaming/KZbin. 💕💕💕

[@JennaHong]

I just found you through your apartment tour and I’m obsessed. Pulling so much inspiration and tips from you and also just have to save the quality of your content in production, authenticity, everything is so on point. So happy I found you❤️‍🔥

[@mamat1213]

Changing the handle/pulls in my bathroom sink cabinet and my toilet paper holder literally changed my experience!!! So tiny but a major change

[@justkiki3542]

"I have an Electrical engineering degree.." 💪🏿😎✨

[@rb7007]

Your apartment is absolutely stunning! It looked good to start with, but your touches really transformed it! 💕 Luckily for me, my Landlord allows me to make any changes I like. In fact, he welcomes the changes and is happy I don’t ask him to do it! 😂

[@zanesutherland406]

Thank you for the emphasis on checking with your landlord, because ultimately it's someone else's property, and I don' think enough people truly respect that. Also I believe that unless a kitchen or bathroom has a backsplash already, or a glossy paint, I would stay away from peel and stick tiles going directly on drywall. Someone I follow removed her peel and stick tiles to do a different backsplash. It ripped off parts of the paint and drywall with it even though she was really careful. Luckily she owns the home, but that would be a concern if it was a rental.

[@valbuchanan5335]

I cannot believe I just received your channel into my life thank you God and thank you Sabrina

[@naturale_appeal2790]

What removable wallpaper over backsplash???? Wow!!!! Definitely something to think about ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Love all the ideas in this video

[@Saxology219]

That pillow on your bed is EVERYTHING!!! The huge pillow.

[@carymartin4566]

Great advice. I love the black wall and fully believe that for quality it feels like a lot in the moment, but it’s always better in the long run. If you buy cheap, you might have to pay for replacements 2-3 times and end up spending the same amount over time than if you had just bought better. Not everyone has the luxury, and I find you incredibly humble in your suggestions. New follow!

[@DoseOfDiane]

Just moved into a new apartment and trying to make it feel like home! Your apartment is so nice 😍

[@davidjemison9480]

Your definingly helping a lot of bachelors with your minimalist style

[@shante6208]

Omggg!! You’re literally my twin flame! I’m so tired of hearing people telling me I’m too extra always wanting to change things for myself! Then ur video popped up in my feed!! This is everything I’ve ALWAYS wanted to do. Thank you girlie! #NewSubbieHere!🤎💪🏾

[@tiwantiwaabibiman2603]

Painting your rental apartment/house is usually OK/approved by the landlord/owner if you include that you'll paint it back the colour it was. Also provide high quality photos for them to use for marketing their property. And a record of what you did... Some landlords will let you make more permanent changes if you or they say those changes/items can stay (ie changing light fixtures for ceiling fans...). Or if you pay for new/better sink faucets they'll have their maintenance guys install them.

[@dch3934]

love the wall - these changes make such a wonderful difference!

[@DefinedByAlex]

I’m so happy I found your channel!

[@jaune-soleil]

I’m here for all of this! I love that you didn’t change things you could live with. Also, love that you’re in STEAM!!! 🖤

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you!! I did just enough to love my space ☺️!!

[@Itstechnicole]

I have been stalking your channel! I'm here for this video! I absolutely love it! I'm currently working on making my apartment a smart home, so I'm looking forward to that video as well. I ordered the ten-one wifi port a few weeks ago. Great content as usual! Your editing skills are 💯‼💜

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 😊. Seems like people are interested so ima get on that lol!

[@Kaegoldddd]

I love this, I did minor upgrades too. I didn’t paint but I did do wallpaper and it looks great! I added a grey wash brick in my bedroom giving it a loft feel plus my ceilings are super high. In my dining room I put up a matte black wallpaper which looks like paint lol and in the kitchen white subway tile with black grout wallpaper. I even used wallpaper on my bathroom counter lol. Matte black knobs and a matte black shower head. I’m moving out in a month and now I’m like now I gotta take it all down 😩 but I did enjoy having my apartment feel like a home.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

It’s all worth it in the end even when we have to take it all down and put the apartment back the way it was!

[@adub4174]

This is some high quality advice

[@Itsqueendom]

😂😂 no for real

[@debstayblessed9549]

Thanks for the video. " Electrical engineer " Hooray for you 😇🙏

[@tammytarry3202]

We actually switched out the fridge in our rental! Awesome!

[@Sinala82]

Surprised you don’t have more followers!Your ideas and how you present them Makes this video so useful🙌🏾

[@Anniehits]

Just painted one bedroom wall black three days ago and then this video popped up on my phone.....putting aside tracking conspiracies for the moment, I love your vibe, your apartment, and of course your black accent wall. 😋

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Lmaoo these phones know too much 😅

[@Grandadtech]

Seven lady A’s in a studio apartment. Show 5 on the nightstand, two Dots and a sub for home theater, a Dot on my computer desk, Flex plugged in the bathroom and a 5th gen. Echo for the hub on the kitchen island. All smart home devices are controlled by lady A.

[@TheKonnoisseur11]

Sherwin Williams cashmere paint goes on in 1 coat and some touch ups

[@shannonhawkins1819]

Ngl, I normally don't watch home decor but I randomly stumbled on your video and it was super inspiring. Loved all of your design choices and will def be stealing a few in my new place.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you for watching 🥰

[@layla4127]

You are absolutely stunning! Can’t get over your aesthetic! (that includes your personal style and home decor!) 😍😍

[@bunnylatte1272]

Apartment is amazing. I don't think I can change my apt this much sadly. But once I get a house I'll def take some of these lovely ideas. Love your braids btw 💜💜

[@MillifromUG]

It took me 8 seconds to like and subscribe! Already excited to see your house tour after this.

[@zaidagrace2263]

That apartment is beautiful. You definitely have the gift.

[@cyber5006]

Even if you're renting I think what it all comes down to is,...Is you being a little happier and more comfortable in your surroundings worth a few hundred dollars over time? We spend money on many things that make us happy so why not something like this? When we were renting we did the same things. Any painting had to be returned to its original color before moveout.

[@purpledragonxiu]

Can you suggest renter-friendly floating shelf options? Preferably no drilling required or dents/holes in the wall.

[@LovetheLongmires]

Your hair is always so cute!!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you!!! 🥰🥰

[@rasberryfields2132]

So glad I found you! Your apartment is gorgeous! You have excellent taste and decor skills! The black wall is beautiful! Also, you have a nice voice and are so pretty! 🙏✌️

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thank you!!!

[@morganmurrell2951]

Love your style! You always have the best decor advice!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thank you 😊

[@jeane1209]

I am a designer, home décor lover... Your channel is new to me, and I love it, you are so talented. I can tell you make the most of what you have! Great taste!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you ☺️

[@ManiSBeezy]

So glad I came across this video! I will be moving soon and I’m so inspired! *heads to Amazon*

[@seeseabee7165]

I just got into looking into investment properties. I would be a landlord and I would say yes to someone with a great aesthetic and she is right with the advice on being ok with affordable vs. top of the line items.

[@TheRalexm]

Keep going with this!!! You're super inspiring!!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@karinaf7488]

Your aesthetic is STUNNING

[@ninamcweezy]

pls do a vid on this hairstyle!! so cute!!

[@wmhfv992]

I ALSO HATE CEILING FANS! THANK YOUUUUU they are a huge pain to clean, they get SO nasty, and they really do just make things dustier! A box fan with a furnace filter stuck to it is so much better! Also girl you have an EE degree you are SO COOL!!!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thank you ☺️

[@leah__gail]

I cannot wait until I can do a black wall!! I had a deep dark purple wall in the master at my last home, it was beautiful. But a black wall 😍😍😍

[@123stephanieb]

New subbie here! I just stumbled upon your videos and I am obsessed! Girl, you are a rock star. You have obviously accomplished so much in your young life. You should be proud! XO

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@bunniemoon444]

Late to this video but new Subbie here! Love all the tips! I lucked out with my Hubby being the lead maintenance tech for the apartments we live ( we get a cute discount) So he can put everything back if we eventually decide to move. I love your bathroom with the matte black, that definitely gave me some inspo as my towel rack is way too high up and that silver. I never thought about switching out the facuet! greadt idea. I'll add this to his list lol

[@Fortheloveofshola]

Your hair is always on point 😍

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you!

[@TheSimplyWandaful]

I do like your style !!! Very nice!!!

[@justcoilsnolye]

I love your videos so much! and your energy is everything. 💛 And idk if anyone has ever told you this before, but there are a few attributes about you that remind me of Zendaya!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you so much 🥰! I’ve definitely heard the Zendaya reference a lot lol but I don’t follow her enough to notice the similarities.

[@triciaosborn8093]

Your place looks great btw! And I totally dig the black wall.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you! 😊

[@Afrolecia]

Your aesthetic is crazy beautiful

[@GilliMarieMoody]

Hi. Thanks. With much respect, I feel that videotaping yourself against the black background causes half of your nice hairdo to disappear. There is also a headless look because you’re wearing a black top against a black background. (Sorry, I don’t feel that the bit of white involved is very helpful.) …Just FYI, a modern ceiling fan light, I don’t mind vacuuming because I don’t have AC in my apartment. Cheers.

[@Kelesitse.m]

Wow wow!! I just discovered you and i think i will be binging over the weekend. I love love what i am seeing. This is the first video btw. 💞

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thanks luv 🥰

[@jasmynsreality]

I’m obsessed with your channel. The quality is amazing

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you!!! 🥰

[@sabrinajett1814]

Hi! Just found your channel and subscribed! I am scandinavian, by decent as well. Your vibe is great!❤

[@zyionisrael3184]

Sis… You’re Beautiful hunny! ❤️ Thank you for sharing!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you for watching 🥰

[@lennysvibe]

Just so you understand this...Many people rent because they can't afford to purchase, or they are not ready to purchase. It doesnt mean they dont care about their home and where they live. I don't understand the mentality of people who really believe that people who rent dont care about how and where they live. This includes landlords who do nothing to fix up their rentals. They do! I've always cared, and I'm sure there are millions of others who also care.

[@jaune-soleil]

That’s what she said.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

😂

[@lennysvibe]

@@jaune-soleil She did...but she said some other stuff too...IJS!

[@lennysvibe]

@@SabrinaLatoya Why you laughin? Anywayz...I was just letting you know there's an audience for redesigning run down apartments with slum lord landlords...That don't take care of their apartments and will never give back the deposit until you take them to court. I moved from California to the East Coast and there are many out here...Especially in small towns.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

In the video I said if you care about decorating your apartment then this video is for you if not then it’s not for you! I never said people who rent don’t care about their apartments! I live in an apartment and I like my apartment to look nice! That is all!

[@chantelleg5529]

I’m getting my Regal Black paint tomorrow. Wish me luck ! 🙃 you’re my inspiration

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thanks love!! You’re going to love it! It was my favorite update in my apartment!

[@joliruiz801]

Great video and totally off topic but....the lashes tho. Where sis, where did you get them? Lol i love your apt and hurried up and clicked subscribed.😊

[@TwiinStar1224]

Scrolled until I found someone black, happy I did. Great video sis.

[@angiieh21]

I love your style!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you ☺️

[@brandylucasbeauty]

I love your videos! Glad I found your channel!

[@itsskayylaa]

OMG! I LOOOOOVE your aesthetic!!!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 😊

[@allysoncarter534]

most of these are definitely not renter friendly for most! you have a gold star landlord!

[@genzillennial]

I have matte black walls too. It’s very sleek

[@dazedconfused5019]

Moving is expensive, put the cost of moving into making changes in your apartment and patio; unless hell moved to the building or neighbor hood.

[@greenegreene6042]

You are absolutely gorgeous sis 😩❤️ anyway, I loved this! Subscribed ✔️

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you for subscribing!! 😊

[@along58]

Wow! Just came across your channel and I love your personality!

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thanks for watching 🥰

[@vacuumblink2300]

wow you must have a really nice landloard

[@wingmandyl]

You should do a Amazon storefront, it would really help. Do you have any tips on interior design? I am a engineer also, I like the Scandinavian/Minimalist but I don’t have the creative mindset to piece it together

[@SabrinaLatoya]

I do have an Amazon storefront. You can check my latest videos for the link. Also start with Pinterest. Search the style your interested in and then pin the photos you like the most. You’ll probably begin to see a trend in the photos and then you can pick and choose elements to implement in your space.

[@danielm1615]

Yooo I just found your channel from your espresso setup tour love your vibe and your decor style!!! Subscribed

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Awe thanks for subscribing ☺️

[@jeanetteramos3527]

I’m like that making it home even if renting

[@randalalansmith9883]

Next place I live, the drawer handles won't be painted over, and I'm gonna have access to the breakers, and a shut-off under the kitchen sink.

[@DesireKlingensmith]

Your apartment has great bones to start with. Mine looks like a hotel from 1980.... everything is beigh and nasty, repainted a million times, like it needs a full renovation 😂

[@MadisonWestfield]

Thank you!! I really want a new mirror over my small bathroom sink. Totally gonna ask my landlord and see what she says.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Never hurts to ask! I hope he says yes ☺️

[@MercyBeautyOfStyles]

You gain a new subscriber!! Very informative thanks for sharing ❤️

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@Sinala82]

And I dunno what the ‘thumbs down’ are about….Your video is presenting creative facts and ideas. Keep it up 👏🏾

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you 🙏🏾 😊

[@therealdejalove]

Where do you live? Your apartment is GORGEOUS

[@tiffinyrae7614]

Awwww just found you and love ❤️ your channel! Wow you’re talented. 😘

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thank you ☺️

[@margetjobe9043]

New subscriber here!! I love your style and thanks for giving me so much inspiration to upgrade my rental home❤️❤️❤️

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thanks for subscribing!! Glad I could help 🥰

[@retadrake7408]

You did really good. Awesome

[@Audiiadro]

this is so helpful thank you!!!

[@lauriemarieloves]

Love your style 🥰💕

[@jeanetteramos3527]

Love your home style

[@PamIglus]

This is amazing I love everything you did ...my favorite was the pendant lights i think you said. You have awesome taste. New Subscriber.

[@SabrinaLatoya]

Thanks for subscribing ☺️