Also, if you have a common space, some people may want to hold events and deepen interaction.
Therefore, in this article, we will introduce the basic usage and rules of the common space in a share house, as well as how to enjoy it when you want to deepen your interactions.
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Introduction to common spaces in share houses and basic usage
The common space of a share house is equipped with the equipment and equipment necessary for daily life, and you can use it freely as long as you follow the rules.
First, I will introduce the common spaces in a share house and the basic ways to use them.
Common space ① Kitchen
The kitchen in a share house is equipped with a cooking table, stove, sink, ventilation fan, etc. so that you can prepare meals.
Some share houses provide cooking utensils, seasonings, plates, cups, etc., so you don't have to buy or bring anything other than the ingredients yourself.
The kitchen is also fully stocked with home appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and kettle, making it a convenient kitchen for those who don't usually cook or don't have the time.
Residents gather to eat, especially during morning and evening meals.
Being able to share leftover ingredients and dishes is a unique benefit of a share house.
If you want to avoid crowds, it's a good idea to use them at slightly different times.
Common space ② Bathroom
Share house bathrooms can be divided into the following five types.
Share house bathroom type
- Type with one or more shower rooms
- Type with one or more bathrooms with bathtubs
- A type that has both a shower room and a bathroom with a bathtub.
- Type with large bath
- Type with private bathroom with bathtub
The type and number of bathrooms installed will vary depending on the size of the share house, so if you want a bathtub or want to avoid a large public bath, be sure to check before moving in.
The bathrooms get crowded around the time you get home or after dinner, so you have to set a time and take turns.
Also, please prepare your own shampoo, conditioner, body soap, etc.
The rule is to keep these in a private room or designated space and not leave them in the bathroom.
Common space ③ Washroom
The number of washrooms used for brushing teeth and washing your face varies depending on the size of the share house.
It gets crowded in the mornings and evenings, so be sure to give your turn to the next person as soon as you finish using it.
Also, do not leave toothbrushes, facial cleansers, skin care products, etc. unattended, and store them in a private room or designated space, similar to the bathroom rules.
Common space ④ Laundry room
Share houses are equipped with one or two regular washing machines or washing machines with dryers.
You can wash your own laundry at your own timing, so you can protect your privacy.
Please be careful not to leave washed clothes or detergent in the laundry room for other residents to use.
Many residents do all their laundry on the weekends, so staggering your schedule or creating a schedule will ensure that your laundry gets done.
There is also a space on the balcony or inside the room to dry your washed laundry.
Common space ⑤ Entrance
Shoe boxes, umbrella stands, mailboxes, etc. are provided at the entrance where residents enter and exit every day.
By keeping everyone's shoes neatly organized so that they can all fit together, everyone can go out and return home comfortably.
If you have a lot of shoes, you will need to store some of them in a separate room, so create a storage space in your room.
Common space ⑥ Living room
The living room is used by residents as a place to eat, rest, and socialize.
Tables, chairs, TVs, etc. are already set up so that residents can relax and spend time together.
The interior and facilities differ depending on the share house, so it might be fun to look for a living room you like when you tour.
Rules you should know about common spaces in share houses
There are many ways to use the shared space, but all of them require strict adherence to the rules.
We will introduce the rules you need to know by location so that you can use the common spaces happily and comfortably.
Kitchen edition
What you need to be careful about in the kitchen is losing the contents of the refrigerator.
Mixing up other residents' food and drinks can lead to trouble, so it's a good idea to write your name on Tupperware or plastic bottles.
Additionally, it is considered bad manners to leave dirty dishes in the sink or throw food scraps into the trash can.
Make sure to wash used dishes immediately and separate food waste properly.
Bathroom edition
You can avoid problems by creating a schedule for when to use the bath and arranging it in order.
Also, if you leave hair in the drain, it will not only cause a blockage but also not be very pleasant to look at.
After bathing, remove any debris from the drain, and rinse the bathtub, floor, and walls in the shower after use, so the next person can use it comfortably.
Laundry room edition
Of course, it is necessary to manage the usage time of the washing machine and personal belongings, but one thing that is often forgotten is the noise.
If you run the washing machine in the middle of the night or early in the morning when the washing machine is empty, you may wake up the residents with the sound of the washing machine running.
Avoid washing clothes between midnight and early morning, and if you must wash your clothes, wash them by hand or use a coin laundry.
Living room edition
Because the living room can be used for any purpose, the manners tend to be relaxed.
It is important to be considerate, such as always taking your personal belongings back to your room and cleaning them if they get dirty.
Also, when holding an event, be considerate of residents who are not participating and be careful not to disturb them with noise.
Recommended ways to use common spaces when you want to deepen your interactions
Among the common spaces, the living room and kitchen can be used in a variety of ways as a place for residents to relax as long as the rules are followed.
Please also try out the following recommended ways to use it.
Recommendation 1: Hold a welcome and farewell party
By holding a welcome and farewell party in the living room of your share house, you can deepen your interactions with other residents.
Even if you live together, you may have little opportunity to talk to residents whose lifestyles do not match yours.
By gathering in the same place at a set time, you can interact not only with new residents but also with residents you haven't had a chance to talk to before.
Recommended ② Watch movies on TV or home theater
We also recommend gathering in the living room and watching a movie.
You can watch movies on the pre-installed TV, and if you have a home theater, you can enjoy more realistic images and sounds.
If you watch a movie from a genre you don't usually watch, or watch a popular new movie and share your thoughts with others, you might come across something interesting.
Another point I recommend is that you can relax and enjoy the movie more freely than you would at a movie theater.
Recommendation 3: Prepare and enjoy games
Another way to utilize your living room is to play video games or board games.
Once you get excited about the game, you won't have to worry about finding conversation topics, so it might be a good idea to invite residents you don't know much about.
Games will be more enjoyable if they have simple and easy-to-understand rules, or if you work together to defeat the enemy.
Recommended ④ Cook together in the kitchen
The kitchen in a share house can also be used to share the cooking with other residents.
For example, when preparing a large number of meals for a Halloween or Christmas party, it's convenient because everyone can work at the same time.
You can also use it to prepare ingredients for barbecues and picnics, or to prepare lunch boxes.
If you have a resident who loves cooking, it might be fun to hold a cooking class.
There are many ways to use the common space in a share house! Follow the rules and have fun
In this article, we introduced the basic usage and rules of the common space in a share house, as well as how to enjoy it while deepening your interactions.
In a share house, you can freely use the common space as long as you follow the rules.
A unique advantage of a share house is that home appliances and supplies are prepared in advance, making it economical, and you can share leftover food.
In addition, the common space can be used as a place for residents to interact with each other, such as welcome and farewell parties, movie nights, parties, etc., making it even more fun.
XROSS HOUSE offers a number of share houses that are fully equipped with living rooms and kitchens.
If you are interested, please contact us.
