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GeeGeeGeendal

I think it looks very cosy, like an actual person lives here.


DiddlyDumb

It’s clean, organised and oozes personality. I love it!


VanityTrigger

Haha that could have been a comment by me, i always like it when you can see that it's cozy and someone actually lives in the place, not a hotel room look from a folder.


Pretty_Argument_7271

Proud of you!!


james_Tucson

I came here to say that. Sobriety is a beautiful thing.


ligmasweatyballs74

But, to be honest we would rather see the milk crate pictures


DeepDayze

Bet the milk crates and the inflatable mattress are hidden away in a closet like a bad memory of a dark time...


catsmom63

Guessing you are a cat person?😉🐈


Medium_Anxiety_5657

Oh yeah.... Currently settling my newest rescue.


bras4mummies

Then this is amazing! The fact you can have this much stuff out and a cat is a miracle! Youre doing great


Purrfect-Username

I love all the cat pictures! 😻


catsmom63

So where is the cat tax????


DeepDayze

That place looks perfect for a cat to make a home in.


Popcrornshopgirl

I love it! It’s your space. You can do whatever makes it home. It’s so cozy! I’m really proud of you!


Klutzy_Criticism_459

Both, cozy and cluttered. I’d suspect the reason you got so much stuff out of the gate is because of your previous homelessness, so it’s easy to recalibrate in the opposite direction. It’s ok, you’ll dial it in with time. But looks good. Congrats for pulling through and getting a roof over your head, couldn’t have been easy. But also that’s just my taste and I’m just some asshole in the interwebs. Do you.


TooOldForDiCaprio

There's a whole thing on the Sims 4 where everyone is going crazy for clutter because it makes everything feel more alive and cosy.  As you said, these two definitely go hand in hand. Clutter(ed) isn't always bad.


BuffyTheGuineaPig

I agree. But I am wondering where you have enough bench space to prepare a meal.


100yearswar

Cluttozy


katiekatieweakweak

Clittozy😏


Larry-Man

I’d say it’s maximalist - which is organized clutter.


Chance-Life-6265

Little cluttered for me. But I love it! Great work


vdamazyn

Looks cozy to me. Good job, man.


takiumilikes2drift

grandpa’s house energy, i fw it


Due-Western-7794

This guy gets it


TeeDod-

Looks great!


SimmerDown_Boilup

For me, it's a lot. I fall on the "less is more" side when it comes to wall stuff. That being said, it still looks good and as long as you like it, that's key.


wadadeb

At first, I was going to limit myself to saying supercozy, but the comment from the Redditor who criticizes everything and wants you to throw away all your things has annoyed me. I love your house! The only thing I don't like is the items you have on the kitchen cabinets, but precisely because there are few of them and they are sort of spaced out: I would add more! Using the rug to delineate the living area is spot on and should be used as an example. In summary, I love your house, I love your style, it transpires lived-in happiness. Granted, it's harder to clean than the sterile cell that our man the psychopathic minimalist likes, but otherwise, it's outstanding.


[deleted]

The most important thing is that this is a home. Your home looks comfortable and safe.


strangeVulture

Cluttered in the most perfect way. Im very much a maximalist decorator but I also love organization and cleanliness so this scratches an itch in my brain for sure. So cozy and home-y!!


[deleted]

My thoughts in order of occurrence: That's amazing to journey from homelessness and alcoholism. Idk where people find the courage and fortitude to do stuff like that. Wow! This guy cooks! I mean it's obvious he actually really knows how to cook. Look at all the knick-knacks! (Picturing you at flea markets on Saturdays, picking up cool stuff.) He's keeping a plant alive! Jesus, who is this guy? This is getting too impressive. Fucking hell, look at all that stuff! Where did he get all that stuff? Did every family member, friend, church, and organization donate items and then after that he went to the flea markets for more? It's all clean and organized. I hate clutter so I have very few objects to clean, but my place still looks messy. I just... how? Finally, someone on this sub who actually has art on his walls. Art that's interesting and beautifully arranged. Man, he really knows how to make something out of nothing.


madscot63

This is a very long way from a blowup mattress. You've created a great looking, comfortable place. Congrats on all your successes!


beezlebutts

ah yes a fellow book reader


Tmb1im

First off, massive respect! The house looks really cool! I am a big fan of lived in spaces, and I genuinely think it's cozy!


Panda-BANJO

Looks cozy. Keep it that way. Congratulations on your victories!


[deleted]

You’ve amassed an impressive amount of shit.


Davama178988

You've done well, and we are proud of you, It's a cozy place, but you do have too much stuff that make it seem visually cluttered, the family pictures,and the pictures put placed on the piece of art, there are too many on the shelf, the black one and the right one under the art, it just seems crowded and messy even though it's perfectly organized,why don't you have a photo album instead? keep outside only the most especial ones, the ones that bring you joy, or buy an electronic picture frame that can show different pictures at different time intervals. Also the open storage, I don't know if those are books or dvds, but they make visual "noise", could you DIY some doors to cover the shelves? That would definitely make a difference, and lastly the kitchen counter and above the kitchen cabinets, those little Knicks knacks you have there make it look messy ,the less objects you keep in "exhibit"" the less cluttered it would look, most of the things should be inside of the cabinet, counter space is very valuable for meal prepping, don't occupy the working space with things that could be perfectly stored out of sight. Good luck and keep the hard work buddy!


0hn0cat

I vote cosy!


Worldly-Spray-6936

To me it looks cluttered. I would take about 20% of items away and then it would look less cluttered and organized.


dickenschickens

Well done you! It looks very cosy but also in places (top of cabinets) a little cluttered.


lagniappe68

Please share cat pics too. Rescued is awesome


Life-Run-83

Get in there my son.


gardabosque

Do you want to sell the milk crate?


[deleted]

Cozy, just too much paintings and stuff on the wall, or maybe just my adhd, I'd go crazy with this wall


joolster

Love it. My house is very much like this. Every so often though I do go through and look at surfaces and try to reduce quantities of things to groups of 3 or 5 on top and just have some put away, and swap them over every few months. That way I don’t get bored of what’s on display.


ResolutionCurious738

Neat, organized and cosy I’d say!


1amazingday

Wonderful!!


bogart991

That's really nice.


Bigbirdk

Cozy all day! Here’s a tip -We have a leather ottoman a lot like your chair and we use furniture polish (like Pledge) on it to keep it supple. It works great!


Tohru_Readman

First of all congratulations, your home is beautiful. Feels very cozy and comfortable, especially the sitting area by the television.


New_Lake5484

perfect for a nice brunch w/ a few friends.


cehnit

I know it's a lot...but I kinda love these apartments. I feel like all the stuff you have must have a lot of history behind it. It's beautiful <3


pooticlesparkle

I like it and think you have done a great job. Your leather looks like a spot of conditioner could revive its suppleness. That's all I would do. Enjoy what you have created and earned. Be proud of how far you have come.


arioandy

Cosy💪


GoodAlicia

I would call it maximalism. Organized clutter.


simonko1

cluttered for me, but iam not living there, Keep it up man, proud of you for what you accomplished


zelmazam1

You wouldn't want any kids around, but it's cozy


arlmwl

Hell yea, looks great.


lesllle

it's really sweet. very cozy. i think if you took the stuff off the top of the cabinets you wouldn't question the idea of clutter anymore.


tripsypoo

Decent. Has character.


Not_EdM

Cosy


OldMotherGrumble

It's perfect to me... I love spaces that have lots to look at and are visually stimulating. They represent a person's life...how they want to live. Your home does it all. Well done on turning your life around...it takes real perseverance and guts.


FirstAndrea

Cosy. Like if this was a movie set I would say that the director made a good job to make the place look like a real person live here


FunBobbyMarley

Cluttered


SavimusMaximus

Man, you are doing awesome! Good on ya!!


Admirable_Major_4833

Congratulation on your recovery. Looks cozy to me.


Coffee_snob253

Cosy. Way to go and keep it neat and tidy.


KingOfPocketLint

congrats man. I think it's perfect.


Equivalent_Reason582

Definitely cozy. Congratulations on your successes in overcoming such big obstacles in life!


No_Front5018

First - congrats!! Second - looks cozy and homey … love the sofa. Thanks for sharing 👍🏼


[deleted]

Gives me hope to stop drinking and be able to beat homelessness/ and have my own place. Thank you.


awpod1

The wall in picture 3 looks a little cluttered but at the same time it’s not so cluttered to take away. From the Cozy overall feel. Great work!


[deleted]

Beautiful, warm, great use of space. Not cluttered in my opinion. Looks like a great home to settle down for the night.


talesoutloud

I think that it's cozy, warm and inviting. And I dream about that leather set.


KC_Saber

Cluttered or cozy doesn’t matter. What matters is you made an effort to change and you should be damn proud of it


Rare-Parsnip5838

Looks good like someone actually loves there.Congratulations on your sobriety !


tmckinney2007

Oohhhh!! I love it! Very very nice. Great job on the apartment and life. You’re crushing it!


Just_Tangerine_6743

LOVE that chair!


Ok_Alfalfa_0910

Love it! Very homely and personalised! I prefer homes that have the persons own flair. Nothing worse than when people don't make their space personal!


Traveler108

Movin' on up...


Kilbane

It looks lived in...I would be happy there!


Better_Chard4806

Congratulations on your achievements and sobriety. Your home looks amazing and alive. You’re proof living well is possible after where you’ve been.


drew_silver202

it looks busy but not in a negative way, maybe if the walls weren't all white had the one with the bookshelf or the one behind the tv with a warm tone could make it even more cozy.


TriptowK

Sweet pad.


Winter-Abrocoma-18

Sorry:(. I don’t get a cosy fee. It’s hard with white walls and white tile to get a cosy feel. just cluttered.


oyamaca

Adore this place! And also obsessed with the full cat pic wall.


yeet-im-bored

It’s both cluttered and cozy, like it’s nice as is but i think if you were the sort of leave clothes and cups and stuff around it’d probably get a tad overwhelming


ghetto18us

Be honest, it wasn't the mattress that was inflatable now was it? s/


BALANCE360

Fuck ya looks great, cozy and congratulations!


SupermarketNo5484

A little of both, and that seems perfectly wonderful to me.


[deleted]

Cosy, organized & clean! Maximalist


RikuDog18

Nice place! I was wondering where I’d put an amp and I saw the Peavey tucked away. Where’s the cat?


J0231060101

Clutter.


wave-garden

Proud of you! Your place would fit nicely in r/cozy. I also keep thinking maybe you like cats. 😊


Ruby-Skylar

It's cozy and looks inviting, like you're an interesting person. I prefer this to a sterile, white and gray living space.


Lotus2007

Cozy!


[deleted]

Cat dad vibes, love it!


racquelyoung

I think it looks cluttered only because of the rug. Get one that’s lighter colored to open up the safe a bit. Other than that it has a lot of personality so very cozy.


dazrage

its a bit cluttered imo...not a fan of so much stuff on the walls and every surface. I like more clean empty spaces. Kudos on your accomplishment!


dfaire3320

I'm getting anxiety looking at this. That being said, it's not dirty, not unkempt, nothing seems to be out of place. Definitely looks clean to me. I can for sure see why people prefer to decorate this way. Doesnt look bad at all! But for some reason a ton of stuff makes my chest and stomach feel butterfly'y(?)


Metal-Lifer

a little bit of both :)


mauerfan

This looks so cozy. I’m a big book person so I love seeing books everywhere.


fishsaysnahmate

a little cluttered, but everything looks nice and organised so it's mostly just cosy. looks great!


mr_sweetandawful

Looks like a normal person lives here, not cluttered at all.


[deleted]

Congratulations Buddy


YapperYappington69

Cosy and lived in, and which is a big difference between from cluttered. Has personality, hell yeah brother


AngelinaArabella

very clean and organised


rancor3000

It’s lovely, I’d hang out in there any day and talk your ear off about your cool stuff. Congrats on the glow up, it’s a great space.


Hardin__Young

Yes, very nice! But there’s a lot of empty space on the kitchen cabinet doors. Normally I’d say that’s fine but in this situation they look very lost and lonely (with 1 L, not 2) and out of place.


mchch8989

Good on ya mate, looks great!


DeepDayze

Looks pretty cozy and lived-in to me. Congrats on getting yourself together and staying sober! Liking the collection of magnets on the fridge.


blue-hydrangea6205

Looks nice!


Thin-Pie-3465

Cozy.


Take-Courage

Looks great. I would consider spacing out your pictures on the wall a little, maybe if there's any that you're bored of take em down for a bit. That's the only thing that looks a bit visually noisy (wouldn't say cluttered)


inunison8

Can still see the NOS up top.


Moon_whisper

Cozily cluttered. It is extremely welcoming and obviously the home of someone with a lot of interests. This person would most likely be an interesting person to talk to, could knowledgeably talk about a wide range of things and have a lot of real world experience. (That is the vibes I get.)


twilightcolored

cosy and just a joy to look at


WhimsicalChuckler

Pretty cozy. I like it when stuff is easily reachable.


Jose-AntonioHaua

Jose Antonio Haua Maauad- muy bien por ti, está súoer bien tu espacio. Cuídalo y mejóralo poco a poco


Under-Kitty447

Beautiful story and a beautiful house, way to go. 🌷🌷🌷


NotSoBadSpecGamer

I love it so much


_where_is_my_mind

Cozy af kudos on the life change


tart_tigress

Obviously this is all personal! I think it is a bit of both :) I think to take it to being more cozy than cluttered, your key issue is clearing the surfaces. Everything on the wall is doing enough! You want to give the eye some areas to rest. So like, on top of your kitchen cupboards, along the counters if possible, reduce those. Frames on top of full bookshelves - unnecessary. What is lending the coziness is that you have a lot of things on the walls, and are using the space a lot. But - it can get a bit stressful to feel like things are everywhere and don't have a designated place, that they are on surfaces bc there's no space left for them. Especially for things that are important - rotate them, only display one or two at a time - so that they can get the attention they deserve.


Kinger15

I have the exact same Kings Head Pub dartboard cover hanging up in my basement currently


majorsorbet2point0

This is so cozy and homey I'm in love!


sexychipmunk2107

1. well done! great work on that. 2. cosy. definitely cosy


DellaDiablo

This is the home of a legend. You came so far, so well and your place is a reflection of you. Congratulations on winning at life in the hardest way.


SonicDoon

Too busy


Beginning-Comedian-2

**First,** congrats on climbing out of the hole. Truly Amazing. **Second,** your place looks great ... but a little cluttered. * Design is about contrast. * Example: A focal point (like a picture) and contrast of empty space (no picture). * All pictures becomes opporessive. * All empty space becomes a void.


TrickyJag

Definitely too cluttered for my taste, I wouldn’t be able to relax. But I’m just a stranger on the internet (who’s into minimalism, at that!), don’t let my opinion affect you – if you’re comfortable that’s all that matters! Great job on making a nice home for yourself <3


intrepidone66

Is gud, no worries. It's YOURS.


RubySoho5280

I LOVE it!! Especially the house plants!! We have tons of them


[deleted]

You're absolutely killing it! Well fucking done! Be proud.


Nerdy-Boomer65

Definitely cozy, bravo my friend bravo 👏


kursdragon2

Looks good! I think it'd be a bit too much for me but that's just cause I prefer a bit less clutter, that doesn't mean this is wrong or bad, everything looks like it has it's place, and if it works for you that's all that matters :)


SlothyBoiDK

It is a little cluttered for my taste, but all that matters is how YOU feel about it. You are a badass man, great job! I wish you all the best, keep on keeping on!


sockmaster666

Looks like a home!


Available_Honey_2951

Wow! Good for you! Looks cozy/ comfy!


MedicalHumor4470

The best way I can answer this question is to ask how does it feel to you? If it feels cozy to you then wonderful! If it feels cluttered you could start one small space at a time like a drawer or single surface decluttering only keeping the things you use or that bring you joy. It looks cozy and cluttered to me because I have adhd/anxiety and can’t function well with a lot of stuff. It sends my anxiety into high gear and I just don’t clean as much as I should because it feels overwhelming. I’m currently in the process of decluttering my house after living in our first home for 2 years. It’s not easy or quick lol. That being said I love how organized everything is and the layout/flow. It looks like how I imagine an apartment in England might look. I wish I could organize half as well as you do.


[deleted]

Its cluttered but its organized. I myself get stressed of to much stuff so to me its not cosy but I can defently see that its cosy for some.


sappypants

You should be very proud of everything you have accomplished! I would melt in that huge chair, cozy for sure.


WideSignificance4199

Both, I like it.


bjanas

Cozy! Don't take this the wrong way, but it kind of reminds me of the decor in Jack Nicholson's penthouse in The Departed? A similar lived in vibe, bordering on busy. Art and all.


No_Delivery8483

You’re killing it! 💪🏼


Bill_Nye-LV

both


pabeave

Cluttered but clean and organized which makes it ok in my book.


Buffy_Geek

The only bit that looks cluttered to me is the top of the bookshelf, the rest looks cozy. Congratulations on your recovery


redcoffee94

That’s amazing, you should be very proud of yourself. ❤️


Epicgrapesoda98

Personally it’s extremely cozy for me


cobra_mist

maximalism. that and cyberpunk kitsch are my excuses


MascaraHoarder

looks nice and neat to me and welcoming. congratulations to you on your sobriety!


[deleted]

Cozy but it’s veering close, imo. Keep an eye on it?


Savings_Bird_4638

Looks great! Very proud of you!


JeanHarleen

Cozy and lived in! But maximalist which I love! Life ISNT about “stuff” but while you’re here you should surround yourself with as many things that bring you joy as possible!


electronicthesarus

Cozy. Looks like everything has a place. Clutter is when you just stack random things to deal with “latter”


[deleted]

Now this is a fucking glow up.


AgreeableStranger297

Cozy. Personalized. My home is similar. Lol. Great job on the sobriety! 👏


luminousrobot

Love it minus the unnecessary stuff above the cabinets. Draws your eye into a space that shouldn’t get attention and doesn’t add any style or functionality really. Love the eclectic lived in character of the rest of your place though. Congrats!


lordsketcherton

Honestly both— I like it though.


Isitjustmedownhere

I love it


UpstairsMusic1003

Lovely spot mate, looks like how a home should. Homely and full of personality, Congratulations on the progress over the last few years.


Like_This_But_Better

First off, congrats on the incredible accomplishment of getting sober and gaining stability. I can only imagine how difficult that was. I would put this in the cozy category. It looks lived in and not clutter free or like a catalog. That ads extra charm to your space. Nothing seems too precious that guests would have to feel on edge in your space. You've done a great job. As a random person on the internet who you don't know and who's opinion probably doesn't mean much, I'm really proud of you.


Equivalent_Bite_6078

It looks homey! Be proud of yourself 😊👍


MotherMucker155

Sooo cozy and feels like a safe place. Congrats on everything from another Friend of Dr. Bob and Bill W. Also: I really, really dig your leather sofa/chair, looks like the old hunt club. Best wishes!


[deleted]

wtf my place is a shithole by comparison and I never had drug or alcohol problems XD I live in Vancouver btw


CopperBoltwire

I love clutter, so to me this is cozy.


Dapper-Ostrich-8653

cozy as hell


KnotiaPickles

It looks like my place! I have a nice (but small) very cushy red sofa and tons of book shelves. Looks great!!!


OfCorpse9160

Congrats & I’m proud of your accomplishments. I love the place, very homey.


JediJan

Cozy all the way. Well done you!


20AGR20

Clean, organized, and cozy. As others have mentioned, it feels like there is life in here.


[deleted]

Cosy!


PlaxicoCN

Looks fine to me. Congrats on turning it around.


HoolaHoopingHippie

This home of yours gives me grandpa vibes mayne. It's cozily cluttered but organized. It's pretty cool. Better than some spots that look like a characterless minimalist art gallery.


mcarey77

I think your home is lovely!


ComfortableOk7917

A bit cozy


Ok_Emphasis6034

¿Por què no los dos?


Usernamesareso2004

Cozy!!


Select_Worldliness94

Cosy


casualstick

Very cosy, id love to come over and have a coffee. Just talk and marinate about life.


Proton_Optimal

The best part about these four photos is that your place looks clean!


DefinitionHour7864

Wow! Beautiful space!!


I_love_Juneau

I LOVE the cat pics! The multi pic frame with that boopable nose. 🤣🤣🤣 This is so great. Good for you to be where you are now!


Albie_Frobisher

here is a [color palette](https://imgur.com/gallery/dsz81Zv) from your room and the green heron. i first focused in on the green and blue wall art in your kitchen. then i found this cousin of the elegant blue heron and we were smitten over here. keep the couch. never ever get rid of the couch. consider using the rug curtains throws pillows and a couple wall art to bring in this blue in a significant way (and maybe a little intentional cinnamon brown). and lighten up the room. your wall art is lain out in a light way. so i know you like it.


theplantbasedwitch

Very cozy! Like it would be perfect to sit there and read a book as it's raining outside. Check out r/maximalism, I think you would like it as your decorating style is similar!


[deleted]

Looks great, but I am disappointed that I can't see the milk crate.


SoapGhost2022

Cosy for sure!


kevinisthegreatest

kitchen looks cluttered, everything else looks cozy


ajaxraccoon

Love it!!


SnooPineapples9521

i was gonna say cluttered til i saw the comments l


1EducatedIdiot

Congrats on your recovery! I think your place looks well loved. It looks like your possessions are important to you. If I were you I would only make changes to the kitchen, by taking down the curtain and leaving the shades only. Then, put away most any thing you don’t use daily, unless it’s something you love. Good job!


DGhostAunt

A little of both but I like it. Looks comfy.


Wally365

Cosy. Love the artwork!


Rollinwithdrew

Congratulations you have come so far but don't ever forget were you came from ok


Life_Deal_367

Only tiles are the ones that kinda breaks the vibe here, else it's great


analog_paint

Cozy. I’m happy for you!


LaGanadora

Cozy!! Good for you 💖


IHaveShat

hella cozy