Master Moving Day Checklist
All the furniture and decor you need to settle into your new space
The day you have been preparing for is finally here: it’s moving day. Whether you’re furnishing a sprawling Queen West loft or a tiny basement apartment in the West End, the challenges are universal. When the big day arrives, it can be a scramble to the finish line. Here at Designlines, we’ve rounded up 7 of our must-haves for moving, from essential furniture that gets overlooked to the finishing touches that make any new place feel like home.
Easter Tumbler by Peter Gudrunas. $65, at 100% Silk Shop.
Kitchen
Arriving at the new pad parched from hauling your life’s belongings, you look around for a glass of water but your glassware is tucked into the back of the moving van. Rookie mistake! Pick up some Easter Tumblers designed by local glassmaker Peter Gudrunas of Sirius Glassworks (one of the oldest glasswork studios in Canada).
Eclea Beige Wood End Table. $399, at Mobilia.
Tabletops
Searching for somewhere to set down your drink? You need an an end table. A chronically overlooked piece of furniture that adds an immediate coziness to any corner while also being highly functional, the Eclea Beige Wood End Table by Mobilia is a sleek option for design-lovers.
Punto Stool. Pricing upon request, at Founded by Garcia.
Seating
At this time, you may remember that you have yet to purchase chairs for your new apartment. Instead of sitting cross-legged on the floor, why not try the Punto Stool by Placet. Made of 100% recyclable material, this versatile seating option by Studio Bermúdez for Spanish brand Placet is available in 10 vibrant colours, from Flamingo to Moss Green.
Lenia Underbed Drawer Set. $499, at Article.
Storage
Once the moving van has been fully vacated, the next challenge is managing the mess. For an effective storage option, look out for the Lenia Underbed Drawer Set. Available in White Oak or Walnut, this two-piece drawer piece will make organizing after moving day a breeze. .
Sun Shower Curtain. $65 from Le Palais Bulles.
Bathroom
Time to freshen up with a shower! Another often-forgotten item lost to moving day madness, the shower curtain is a bathroom must-have. For a design flair, check out the Sun Shower Curtain by Quiet Town. Colourful and transparent, this bathroom essential keeps water in, but lets the light out.
JWDA Portable lamp, $374, at StyleGarage.
Lighting
The right lighting can completely change a room. For a timeless lighting option that will transform an empty apartment into a home, try Audo Copenhagen’s JWDA Portable Lamp. Available in Black, Alabast White and Dusty Green, this cordless lamp is the perfect mobile lighting option for moving.
Fitted sheet + pillow case. $98, at KOTN.
Bedroom
Moving Day is finally over. Looking forward to resting your weary bones, you tuck into bed – with a fresh set of sheets. KOTN’s Fitted Sheet and Pillowcase Set is made from 100% Egyptian cotton satin and boasts a luxurious feel.
