I've been sharing my spring dinner party on The Kitchn, a party I hosted in my one-bedroom apartment. Feeling inspired? Great! Still feeling anxious about throwing a shindig in your own little apartment? That's what I'll be talking about today. 

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Name:

Xsusha

Location:

New York City, NY

Square Feet:

300

Division:

Teeny-Tiny

What I Love About My Small Home:

Location and the challenge of fitting two adults and a large dog into a small space without going crazy. The challenging parts of our small space living force us to think creatively about everything we want and need.

We've seen vertical gardening, rooftop plants, and balcony containers as clever solutions for small spaces. But are there others? I went looking for other tiny spots to add a little green — in other words, where to garden when you don't have a garden.

Nautical mirror from Grain Design. 

Name: TVGla
Location: Los Angeles, California                                                                                 Size: 18,000 Square Feet                                                                                               Years In Business: 6 years

TVGla is a creative workforce for digital advertising and media. Their Los Angeles office underwent a massive renovation after they acquired it earlier this year. Avoiding the normal corporate cubicles and depressing office furniture, they created a space that is decidedly modern and bright. 

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Name:

Antonio

Location:

Los Angeles, CA

Square Feet:

780

Division:

Little

What I Love About My Small Home:

The best thing about my small home is that it welcomes everyone that comes through its doors. Its natural light provides a warmth that can only be replicated with grandma's sugar cookies. The knick-knacks provide a sense of wonder and leads to wonderful conversations. A piece of stone could lead to a far distant memory and back to the food that sits on the table. It's a place for community to be build and for friendships to strengthen. Such a place requires many hiding gems and secret passages. My home is a reflection of how I am and how I want to present my self. What I love about my small home is how well it represents me and how it welcomes everyone.

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Name:

Alexander

Location:

Bilbao Spain

Square Feet:

390

Division:

International

What I Love About My Small Home:

It is in the city-centre so everything is close: parks, bars, pubs, cinemas, underground, etc. And I have enough space for the pug and the Florida tortoise, and also for gatherings with friends. Cozy, bright, comfortable, and efficient while easy to clean and to heat. A real (small) home!

It's been quite a while since we've done a "Guess the Decade" post, which means it's about time we did another! Today's room is a beautiful one, and hopefully one that trips up all you design-savvy people out there. 

Last year, one of my good friends found a new job, packed up his belongings, and moved hundreds of miles away, for love. He was even talking of proposing this spring. Fast-forward to the present, and instead of planning a wedding, my friend and his (now) ex-girlfriend are going their separate ways. He is now living alone in the apartment they had picked out together, the space they chose to start their life together. 

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Name:

Myke

Location:

San Francisco, CA

Square Feet:

650

Division:

Little

What I Love About My Small Home:

I'm in the center of San Francisco, but on a side street which is very quiet which I love. I operate an art and interior design collective in SF so I worked with local artists and crafts-people to create an environment which I feel reflects the spirit and creativity of the people around me. The place has lots of history too. It was originally built in the 1920's as a dance studio for the owner of the main house and has a speakeasy in the basement…you can only imagine what went on down there! Because it is a separate unit I can entertain and make lots of noise without disturbing the neighbors. Also, it has a fireplace which helps in the winter, as the place has virtually no insulation.