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How To Host A Party In A Small Apartment In Indianapolis

January 18, 2023

You may feel a bit confined in your Indianapolis apartment at times, but don’t allow it to impact your enjoyment of life. You can still have friends over and have parties. The key is to do it on a smaller scale and be mindful of your neighbors. You wouldn’t want to be the individual the whole building disapproves of for making too much noise. Use our tips for how to host a party in a small apartment in Indianapolis, and you will still be the great entertainer you wish to be.

How To Host Parties In A Small Apartment In Indianapolis

A high-ceilinged rec room with pool table at Waverley Apartments.

There’s no need to let your small Indianapolis apartment stop you from entertaining. Check out these tips for maximizing area and keeping the gathering easy to manage but pleasant for all.

  • Keep The Guest List In Check: Unless you live in a really roomy apartment, it’s wise to keep your get-togethers small. Only invite as many friends as you have seats at your dinner table or in the primary living area. You can skirt this rule a little by repositioning furniture and incorporating additional options with foldable chairs and ottomans. But don’t pack so many friends in that you fall out into the hallway, annoying your neighbors.
  • Open Windows To Keep Your Apartment From Getting A Bit Stuffy: A large number of people in tight quarters will make your apartment a little steamy, so unlatch a couple windows. Even better, place seats and ornamental hanging lights on your balcony or patio and invite friends to make use of that space as well.
  • Design Space-Appropriate Games And Entertainment: Involved party activities that are great for bigger rooms might not be as successful in a smaller setting, so go with board games or cards at the dining table. Or, in lieu of dancing and music, consider a cozy movie-watching experience.
  • Ask About The Clubhouse: If you think you might need extra square footage, you can also ask| the office staff about getting access to your community’s amenities such as the clubhouse. Be sure to inquire about specific rules or codes of conduct first.

How To Keep The Neighbors At Ease When You Host A Party

An open-concept kitchen and living room at Continuum Apartments.

When apartment Residents discover there’s something going on next door, many aren’t thrilled. Nobody desires to have their peaceful night at home interrupted by someone else’s friends. So stay on good terms with your neighbors with these tips.

  • Tell Visitors Where To Park: Most Indianapolis apartment communities have rules about parking. Make sure your friends understand where they can find spots. They wouldn’t want to have their vehicle towed, and your building’s other occupants don’t want to find all of the spots occupied.
  • Be Aware Of Noise Levels: Due to the fact that you share walls with neighbors, you ought to give them the decency of minimizing noise levels. Keep the volume of your stereo or TV down during your party and remind guests that neighbors could be impacted. It also helps to steer clear of loud forms of entertainment, such as dancing or karaoke.
  • End At A Sensible Time: Other occupants are likely to tolerate a bit of unexpected noise to an extent. But when the abundance of individuals are turning in at day’s end, it’s smart for you to end the festivities. There isn’t much that is more inconsiderate than interrupting other Residents’ rest. So finish up your gatherings with sleeping hours in mind to circumvent irritated neighbors or noise complaints.

Invite Family And Friends At The Waverley Apartments!

With a beautiful, sizeable apartment at The Waverley Apartments, you’ll have enough space for entertaining. We are excited to have you experience our community, so dial 317-800-7017 or schedule a tour today and find out why our Residents are proud to call The Waverley home!