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When Sophie Simmons moved into her 331-square-foot New York apartment, she was living alone and planned on using the railroad apartment’s awkward middle room as her closet and living space for her “single girl setup.”“The room started as a small shoebox with a closet spanning one entire wall, and a bench seat on the other,” Sophie explains. The whole room revolved around her French Louis XVI-style John Richard coffee table that she had bought secondhand for $50.

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This Amazon Kitchen Island Does the Job of Four Pieces of Furniture Decorating

And you can configure it to work in your space.

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New headboard trend, incoming!

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This Collapsible Tote Is My “Mary Poppins” Beach Bag Life

It made me a beach person again.

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Starting at $68!

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The 10 Best Storage Ideas for Small Spaces Organizing

Living in a small space comes with its own set of challenges, often including an overall lack of storage. That means you regularly have to come up with creative solutions to store things, whether it be adding a multi-functional piece of furniture or reimagining the way you currently use each room of your home. It’s all about finding ways to cleverly use the square footage you have or making sure you are bringing in items that’ll actually help, not hinder, your storage needs.

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I'm Taking Small-Space Notes From This Family of 4 in a 450-Square-Foot Studio Decorating

Let me be frank: I live in a one-bedroom, decently-sized Manhattan apartment with my husband and three pets. I have a proper living room, a kitchen with elongated cabinets for extra storage, and I have installed small-space hacks, like wall-mounted clothing racks, for ample functionality. However, I still feel like it’s bursting at the seams.

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I Have a Tiny Closet, and This $37 Find Is the Only Way I’m Doubling My Storage Organizing

It's flying off shelves!

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This 70-Inch NYC Living Room Somehow Fits Everything It Needs Home Projects

This living room redo is chock-full of tips for filling up a small space without it feeling overwhelming.

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Drew Barrymore Just Made a Mini Version of Her Fan-Favorite Swivel Chair Decorating

And it’s on sale for $79.

Alexa Casanova

Jul 22, 2026

These 18 Patio Ideas Will Make You Actually Want to Spend Time Outside Plants & Yard

Create your own oasis in the tiniest of spaces.

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We Tested and Rated West Elm’s Haven Sofa — Here’s Our Honest Review Decorating

It comes in four sizes and a sectional style!

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She Covered Her Tissue Box with This $7 Amazon Find, So I Copied Her Decorating

I love it so much that it may end up in every room.

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Jul 18, 2026

New Yorkers Split Their 1-Bedroom into 2 by Lofting the Bed Decorating

This unforgettable rental is a reminder that our homes often have more potential than we realize — and that thoughtful, reversible DIY projects can completely transform the way we live.

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I Replaced My Old Bed with One That Secretly Holds So Much Storage Decorating

It makes my bedroom feel bigger.

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Article’s Best-Kept Secret Is a Kitchen Island That Makes Small Spaces Look Custom-Made Decorating

I can’t stop thinking about it.

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I Doubled My Closet Storage with This $25 Hanging Organizer Organizing

It’s the ultimate upgrade.

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The Way This NYC-Based Family of 4 Lives in 550 Square Feet Is Pure Genius Decorating

They’re doing the most with every inch.

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The Coolest New Way to Display Flowers Is on Your Walls Decorating

Tabletop flowers are so yesterday.

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9 Kitchenettes That Prove You Don’t Need Space for Serious Style Decorating

Step outside the box (literally!) with layout, color, and storage tips.

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12 Lift-Up Storage Beds That Are a Dream Come True for Small Spaces Decorating

They're the ultimate storage solution.

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Jul 8, 2026

Designers Use This One Trick to Make Small Bedrooms Feel 2x Bigger Decorating

It doesn’t have to cost a fortune, either.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 7, 2026

The IKEA Store Convinced Me to Hang Room Dividers from the Ceiling Decorating

I never would've thought of this.

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22 Studio Apartment Layouts from Real Homes Worth Stealing Decorating

See how these renters manipulated small spaces to create homes that feel so much larger.

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This home is a helpful reminder that small spaces can feel big, too.

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16 Small Accent Chairs That Bring Big Comfort to Cramped Living Rooms Decorating

You’re going to love cozying up in these.

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We Tested (and Rated!) Every IKEA Dresser — Here Are the Best Ones for Every Style and Need Decorating

Starting at only $280!

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Jun 30, 2026

This Space-Saving Gem Solved My Narrow Entryway’s Shoe Storage Problem (and It’s on Sale!)

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It's less than $100, too!

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Jun 25, 2026

I Had No Towel Storage in My Tiny Bathroom Until I Found This $22 Solution Organizing

It has a clever bonus feature!

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Jun 23, 2026

These Stylish C Tables Will Make Working from Your Couch So Much Easier Decorating

They're game-changers in small apartments.

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Jun 18, 2026

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We stole these tips from real small-space homeowners and renters.

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Jun 15, 2026

An IKEA PAX DIY and a Dreamy Mural Transformed this Tiny Bedroom Home Projects

Artist Maggie Beckett already had her dream NYC apartment. But when her husband moved in, the space needed an update to reflect both of their personalities. Their tiny bedroom with no closet space was the perfect place to experiment with an IKEA PAX DIY nook and landscape mural.

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Jun 13, 2026

45 Small Bedroom Design Ideas Decorating

All of these tips come from homes featured in our archive (no designer needed!).

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Jun 12, 2026

IKEA Just Dropped Its Popular WFH Find in a Brand-New Color (It's Brilliant!)Decorating

It's bright, fun, and practical at the same time.

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This $22 Organizer Is the Smartest Way to Store My Sheets Organizing

My sheets have never looked neater.

Alexa Casanova

Jun 6, 2026

This Small-Space-Friendly Outdoor Furniture Set Replaced My Old, Rusty One Decorating

It's cute and comfortable, and my dog loves to sunbathe on it.

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60 Tips for Making a Small Bathroom Feel 10x Its Size Decorating

All featured in real homes that Apartment Therapy has toured over the years.

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This One Storage Find Makes This Teeny 230-Square-Foot Apartment Feel 2x As Big Organizing

It has such a unique design, too.

Cullen Ormond

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20 Best Sleeper Sofas for Small Spaces, According to Editors Decorating

The small-space sleepers you (and your guests) will love.

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This Seriously Gorgeous Storage Bed Is the Space-Saving Solution My Small Bedroom Needed Decorating

It's stylish, comfy, and easy for two people to assemble.

Ian Burke

May 22, 2026

IKEA Is Selling a $40 Side Table in a Stunning Wine Red Color Decorating

It's chic-looking, but practical too.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

May 23, 2026

This Classic IKEA Dining Table Is Perfect for Small Spaces — I’ve Had It for 14 Years!Decorating

It's totally chic and has been with me in multiple apartments and homes.

Heather Bien

May 22, 2026

17 Extendable Tables That Are Perfect for Cramped Dining Areas Decorating

These tables are a no-brainer, especially when it comes to holiday entertaining!

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May 21, 2026

This Tiny Loveseat Fits 2 People and a Dog — And It Looks Absolutely Gorgeous Decorating

The Gaia Collection is customizable for every lifestyle — from pet-friendly washable slipcovers to small-space sofas with opportunities for added seats.

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May 21, 2026

20+ Dining Rooms from Our Archives That Prove Tiny Can Still Work Decorating

The layout ideas alone are genius!

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A DIY Loft Changed How This 330-Square-Foot Apartment Functions Home Projects

The room looks unrecognizable and is much more multi-functional.

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A Repurposed IKEA Mirror Became a Sliding Door in This Tiny House Decorating

It makes the house feel double the size, too.