Nothing challenges your space planning skills quite like a studio apartment. A studio floor plan fits every living space (except the bathroom) into one “room” that is typically under a thousand square feet. Decorating a space this limited in square footage is a challenge, but the right choices in furniture and arrangement of that furniture can be the difference between a cramped space and one that will fool people into believing there is more space there than there truly is. Other important factors include color palette and lighting. This masculine studio apartment in New York City got every element right. Check it out to get some great tips and ideas…
A clever furniture arrangement promotes a good flow through the space and makes it feel more open by putting focus on the windows.
A light-colored couch with simple lines doesn’t weigh down the space. A narrow chest serving as a coffee table adds character and a surface for entertaining.
An ottoman in the hallway offers a place to put on shoes, lay guests’ jackets or bags, and even could supply extra seating for entertaining.
The small kitchen’s space is maximized by the white palette, which reflects the light from the kitchen and makes it seem larger.
A desk fits nicely behind the sofa to offer a home office area that doesn’t at all seem out of place because of the clever arrangement.
A narrow console cabinet offers storage and a nice surface for decor or entertaining without getting in the way of traffic flow.
Organizing your clothes by color can help increase the visual space in a closet by making it appear more orderly.
Mirrors reflect light and make a space feel larger, so they are a great choice for decor to include in a studio apartment. Minimal decor keeps the space from feeling cluttered.
A well-made bed next to a small end table creates a clean, comfortable appearance that doesn’t feel cramped or confined. Light curtains soften the walls and bring attention to the windows.
This masculine studio apartment proves that limited square footage can be overcome with smart design and furniture arrangement.
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Megan
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