- Name:
- Caitlin
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
- Square Feet:
- 725
- Division:
- Little
- What I Love About My Small Home:
- Where do I even begin . . . the bones of our apartment are something people dream of having. With amazing hardwood floors, french doors, closet space and a marble bathroom, I pretty much love everything. Hence why we've been here for seven years. Ultimately, I've designed the entire apartment with the art of layering. Whether it's adding different textures, stacking boxes or creating a beautiful composition in a tray, layering pieces on one another allows you to curate items around the room so they have a purpose. This also gives dimension to a room and can really make a room and space feel lived in.
- Biggest Challenge of Living in a Small Space
- My biggest challenge is the size. My husband and I have been living in our junior one bedroom apartment for nearly seven years. There are times when we crave more space -- something a lot of people want. You have to be so selective when you buy anything. I pretty much have to give something up when I buy something new. Also, hosting large dinner parties can be quite the test. But with amazing planning we've been able to host Thanksgiving and even game nights with our close friends. We just have to get really cozy. About two years ago when we were about to get married and thought "maybe we should upgrade to a one bedroom" we looked and looked but couldn't find anything we absolutely loved. There are so many elements of our tiny abode that we love -- the french doors, the built in cabinets in the dining area and the huge closets. When you weigh all the options, we just can't leave.
Categories:
Style,
Main,
2012,
San Francisco,
Small Cool,
Small Spaces
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Your home looks way smaller than 725 sq. ft. Are you sure you measured correctly?
This is house has already been toured right?
what is the living/bedroom area paint color? i've been searching for the perfect blue/gray and i think this is it!
I believe square footage includes closets and the hallway, so a portion of that is taken up by a hallway that doesn't really have much function.
If I remember correctly this home was already featured, but as 425 sq feet. Another typo?
Really lovely!
YES! YOU ENTERED! Keeping my fingers crossed that you win.
the plan of this apartment makes the engineer in me cringe inside. That being said- the completely amazing decor and color scheme completely makes up for it!
I want everything! :) Where is that Elephant side table from? And are those hacked IKEA LACK tables?
Oh Caitlin whyyyyy did you wait so long. I totally have faith that you would win had you entered the very first day. As I said in my comment on your house tour, I would totally vote for you 1100 more times if I could. This place is truly the epitome of small cool!!!!
This is my favorite. So glad you finally entered!
I love the little tables with the trays. Where are they from?
Lovely home.
I thought I commented on your home yesterday...but I can't find my comments...but I will say it again...I love your home!!!!
Have you considered moving your bed into the largest closet? It looks like it might fit, and it would give you the privacy of a bedroom (and better light filtering at night). You'd gain space for a pretty cabinet or dresser to replace the space lost from the closet.
Love this color scheme so freakin' much!
Hi I love the rug n the dining room! Where is it from?
You have so many lovely things in your space. I especially love your dining room. It has a ton of character. The built-in and the dining room chairs are fabulous!
Go Caitlin!!! Love your way!
This place is delicious. Serene, balanced and well-edited. Love it!
I have to comment on the french cafe chairs with a tulip table... that is just a combination I never thought of but really love...
I am in love with that lamp above your dining table! What is it/where did you get it?
Thanks!
- Miz L.
Gorgeous! Elegant and cozy. I love the rug in the dining area.
Nice and fresh looking.