I don't have any suggestions but I admire your bold move.
Friends of mine vacation in Costa Rica every other year..they love it. Best of luck to you.

Floor to ceiling storage, preferably closed unless you make him tidy up a bit;)
Great move and good luck! Intimate space but you can manage it!

Wow. First I don't think it's safe to keep a propane tank under your bed. Second, I would start over. Serious declutterng would help immensly. Then when setting up the space, think about what you do in your house and create zones for it. Cooking zone, working zone, eating zone, sleeping zone etc. It's ok if the zones overlap, bu you want a place to do the things you like to do at home.

It looks like he has the 224 sq ft already filled up. Perhaps you two should find a place together, rather than moving into his apartment.

I recommend following some of those tiny house websites. They seem like they have about the same amount of space. Even looking at some of the pictures might help. You could loft the sleeping area like they normally do.

Get rid of all that stuff so you can see what you have to work with and start over.Use the vertical space for storage. Good luck!

It looks like he has the 224 sq ft already filled up. Perhaps you two should find a place together, rather than moving into his apartment.

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I second and third this idea. Why move into something so small, get a bigger place together and it will be "OURS" not his. Good luck

This is bananas. Not the quitting your job and moving for love thing, which I admire, but the trying to fit both your lives into this space.

Reckon the only way to manage it would be like said earlier start from scratch, both of you cull your possessions with ruthlessness, and use the space all the way to the ceiling effectively. That blue coving could have a line of shelves right across it. Get smaller appliances, built in.

However this is a lot of attention and money to lavish on the place if you see yourselves moving anytime soon in the future.

Clear EVERYTHING out, scrub and build at least one full wall of floor to ceiling shelving (plus a bar for hanging clothes) before you bring anything back in. I imagine you won't both be sleeping the single bed I see, so a lofted double seems necessary. Use the space underneath for a cozy sitting area with tv. Alternately, buy a sleeper sofa that can do double duty. Hopefully you have an outdoor area you can use for most meals, even some hammocks.

Unfortunately, you are going to give up design for efficiency, but keeping everything clean and organized will go a long way toward maintaining sanity and a healthy relationship with your boyfriend. Good luck!

I'm in the camp that suggests the two of you find an apartment or home together. Most people are territorial about their homes so the BF may not welcome any suggestions to make his place "more efficient yet cozy for two people." If he's okay with changes in his living space, great. Please leave a door or two open in Chicago. Good luck!!

Congratulations.
Maybe look at the Small Cool contest entries?
It can be done. All the best.

Is that where he is currently living or somewhere you will move into together?

If it is the former, I would seriously reconsider this move. The place looks filthy and there is clearly no room for you. If it's the latter, throw out everything, scrub the place until your fingers bleed and then spend some time looking at previous Small Cool entries. There are lots of places around this size. It's not too small a space for two people if there is outdoor space and the climate is good, but you need a clean slate (literally and figuratively).

And I am not one of those clean freaks, I happily let my cats walk on the counters and have very few empty surfaces in my tiny home.

Floor to ceiling storage with doors. Make it look uniform - either doors or big curtains to cover that mess. Do they have Ikea or something similar down there? And yes, look for a bigger place together.
Very bold move - not sure if I would give up my comfy independent life in a major US city for being dependent and stuck in 224 sqft in a Middle American country.....so kudos to you and good luck!

You guys are going to have to work on this together and he needs to be willing to part with a lot of his stuff. If he can do that, it should be no problem (altho 224 is miniature- I can't even picture it). We recently went from 1650 sq ft. to 375 in a new city. Since we don't know if it's a permanent move or not (I hope eventually to not be living in 375 sq feet), we left most of our stuff in a 10x10 storage space in the old city. We brought a queen sized bed and one set of sheets, a small desk, 2 folding chairs, and two computers (the desk, computers, etc is a huge space suck and when it's time for new computers we're getting laptops- so if you could live without a desk and computers 224 ft. might be easier), a small TV, a futon/couch, a small trunk that doubles as a coffee table, and a small metro shelf for kitchen stuff. We each brought one suitcase of clothes and shoes, a few boxes of kitchen stuff and that's it. We've been fine without 75% of our stuff. But we agree on how much we need and the level of clutter and cleanliness we will tolerate, which is huge in a small space. If you can sort that part out (maybe you should ask Dr. Phil rather than AT?), there are millions of ideas here and elsewhere on how to decorate a small space. We're doing all white and light woods to keep the space airy and bright (and because it's what we have).

This is going to be a tough adjustment! Hopefully your new neighborhood will have much to offer because some of the traditional "home" activities might be forced out of the home -- I'm thinking like dinner parties, relaxing, etc.

I would opt for more shelving and maybe installing one of those wall mounted table tops that can fold down when not in use. That would let you have a place to eat your meals, without taking up much space.

What about taking a leave from your job if you are that nervous and is there a ring in the future? A big move in life w/ out a serious commitment. What risk is he taking? Also make the space work for both of you and it needs major organization which will help a lot. Check out all the 2 function furniture out there like tables that flatten, couches that fold up from a bed, etc. And if it is an area that US dollar goes further, move to the “us” home.

Firstly, do a serious purge. He needs to get rid of things too or your stuff will never fit in there. Be brutal. Get a cheap little scanner like a doxie and throw out all your papers. Your bf looks like he leaves stuff everywhere, so get storage with doors. That way, even if your armoire is a total mess inside, no one will see it. Does Ikea ship to Costa Rica? They have all kinds of cupboards of various sizes and depths. Also, if you can paint, you should. Not only will it look a lot brighter and cleaner, but it will also force you to move things around (hence re-evaluating how necessary they are).

When I moved into a tiny apartment, I scoured the "Organization" section of this website. It gave me a lot a great ideas, especially for hard to use spaces (like the back of a door or above the cabinets): http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/categories/organizing

Oh my god, total bachelor pad! I hope you're very close to a beach or beautiful scenery, because I wouldn't want to move into that, not even for love.

Advice - toss just about everything and start from scratch. You're going to need to use every centimeter of vertical space you can.

Kitchen
Nice high ceilings in there, so use the ceiling for a pot/utensil rack in the kitchen area instead of having it hanging on the wall. On the wall above the counter and sink - a couple of shelves for dishes, cups, and bins for cutlery. Paint entire wall dark, it will appear to recede and make the space bigger.

The sleeping area looks dangerous. I'd do a much more sturdy lofted bed, with a seating area below.

HI,

I've learned that you can make ANYTHING work. It may be some financial contraints holding you both back from getting a bigger place, and that's fine, cause you can really make it work. When you arrive, spend the first week purging and cleaning the apartment. Then spend a little money and paint it a refreshing color. Only put things back into the apartment that you absolutely need. Enjoy this time in your life. Good Luck!

I would put shelves about what appears to be a dish washer. I would use it for dishes and such. With 224 square feet you dont need much so you can splurge on a nice small set of dishes. I also think I see what appears to be a bed? In the last pic. A loft bed would work very well in here. If it is a bed I would try to make it a it higher so you could fit a very small couch or two small comfy chairs under it. Get a small table to fit under there if you can. Just for a place to eat at. I dont think trying to fit a kitchen table or chairs in there is a good idea. Too small. So start thinking of ways to make double use spaces. Or crating a space that can be double and triple use with the flip of a table leaf or something. The thing about having a really small space is you have to go up too. Go to the ceiling in some spots but not all. I would also lean towards industrial style. You dont have alot of space for storage. So try to mix in what you need to keep into decor. I would also get rid of that black portable closet. Take a few clues from Ikea with the open storage. Maybe even stop by Ikea and pack a few hooks and things in your suit case before you leave. And a nice bed set will also make it feel very homey. Good Luck.

While I have scaled down as much as you are planning to, going from having 600sqft to myself to sharing it with my man (and the dog) has definitely forced me to get a little creative.

Purge. I am constantly getting rid of things. Small spaces tend to be constantly "at capacity". I try to make sure if one thing comes in, another goes out.

Storage. Spend money on storage. Clean everything out, sort it, and make sure you're buying storage solutions that work for what you have. It will keep you from struggling to make something work and ending up with the same clutter you had BEFORE you bought it.

Go vertical. Floor space is sacred, go as high as you can!

Outta site, outta mind. Cover as much as you can with doors, curtains, containers. Make sure what you do see is clean and tidy. (I'm totally picturing an awesome curtain from the fridge all along that wall to hide all the little necessities). It's amazing what a clean surface will give you, even if it's stack high behind it!

Get creative. Dressers and book shelves can be TV/laptop stands. If its not storage then it should be functioning. Gotta pull your weight to be in my house!! Hang your favorite art and memories (there is so much wonderful work in Costa Rica).

Enjoy every moment of your new adventure!!

This is my dream bold move (only sans a boyfriend)! Good for you!

Check out blog .com for some ideas. Look at houseboats, yurts, etc. You'll find a lot of good information and cool ideas out there in webland.

Best to you and yours!

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Well-I've never lived in Costa Rica, but I have lived in Chicago. I suspect you will be spending far more time outdoors! That said-there are some very helpful suggestions here!

So exciting! Watch the movie "We The Tiny House People (Documentary): Small Homes, Tiny Flats" (free on YouTube). Start studying how Europeans live and organize their lives. You can do this! You may want to put all your possessions in storage in Chicago for 3-6 months as a "safety net". Once you realize you don't need those things and are happy without them, hire a friend to sell them/donate them. And remember my favorite line from the movie Fight Club: The things you own end up owning you. Good luck! Be free! Enjoy the adventure.

You could try using wicker storage bins like these: http://www.target.com/p/target-home-small-rattan-milk-crate-with-liner/-/A-12221555 they can go on and under your shelves and can allow you to store lots of things without the room looking cluttered.

Grr... People, stop telling the poster and boyfriend to get a new place. My understanding of Costa Rica real estate is that it is pricey and most home sales are for all cash in hand. No mortgages. My guess is that the rental market is tight, so moving to a bigger space isn't as easy as it sounds. Also, I imagine that the poster is taking a big financial hit by moving and they don't want to stretch themselves monetarily with a new place. Give advice based on the question (how to make the space work), not what wasn't asked....

Built ins and build up. Those are huge shelves with tiny random items -- not ideal. If you have a question about an item, get rid of it. Ebooks take up less room too. I love love love tiny house blogs. Also look up campers, house boats, modular homes to get an idea about how to work with a tiny space. And congrats! I'm jealous as all get out.

I see the pics are stamped May 2011. Is your BF on board with making room etc. which will probably mean paring down HIS stuff? All I can think is "Yikes" and well, good luck!

Yeah...
1) get a bigger place
2) you'll have every reason to be outdoors most of the time, so the situation will feel very different
3) CONGRATULATIONS on ditching corporate America. CONGRATULATIONS.

Assuming that moving into a bigger place is not an option for you, I would first and foremost declutter. The living area looks like something from an episode of Hoarders! Check out some covered storage options on IKEA to get some ideas for some options that might work. I'm thinking some large cabinets and nice shelves to better organize. Also, in the kitchen area, it might help to install some cabinets. Good luck!

A bed with lots of built in storage would also be a space saver.

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/best-storage-beds-of-2009-74999

I see a recipe for misery and fights in that crowded jumble. If your boyfriend is on board for a cleanup, though (and not just relying on you to tidy), I'd suggest taking everything you can out of the room, painting the entire thing, then set the place up like an Ikea-style child's room. Fabric-covered wardrobe, loft bed with organized desk and storage beneath. Lots of covered containers. Bring back in only what you can store. Try to fit a double chair or love seat in somewhere to allow you two to sit apart occasionally. Put shelves up above the kitchen equipment and you can get rid of the freestanding shelf unit that holds kitchen supplies.

Visit www.tinyhouseblog.com there is a wealth of information for people moving into smaller spaces and the blog has been around for years!

Good luck, and congratulations!

Hey There! Congrats on moving to Costa Rica. One of my favorite countries!

I currently share 184 sqft in NYC with my boyfriend, cat, and turtle so here are so tips:

Ikea expedit bookcase is your friend! (I think they just opened a new ikea in costa rica) I got the 5x5 unit. two rows are for clothes. We each get 5 cubbies one of which has the drawers for socks and underwear. one row is for household junk like all paperwork, accessories, misc. electronics, hardware. Two rows are for books. I got some nice crates on the side of the street I use to store off-season (though you wont have that problem) clothes on the top of the bookcase. i also keep some kitchen appliances up there. A way to make your place look less cluttered if you use this approach is to get some wooden dowels and fabric and make little curtains for each cubbie. I suppose you can make a varient of this on any bookcase too though.

I made a nice liquor bar out of some shelving too. I attached undershelving wine glass hangers to hold all our glasses. The bottom of this shelving unit holds some appliances like microwave and blender (for those tasty margaritas :). It has some wire mesh drawers too which I consider my pantry. Your kitchen actually looks larger than mine! One great thing to find is a wire grid that you can attach to your wall. I got mine at the container store though that doesnt help you. This grid is really easy to hang s-hooks off of so that's where I have all my utensils, teas, coffee cups, and cooking utensils. It really makes the kitchen feel more usable too.

The real key is to use all wall space and as much vertical space as possible, then find a way to cover it to hide the clutter. As I said, a curtain is a great idea . It can separate tiny areas from one another and hide all your mess while adding some color and pazaaz to your new home.

Costa Rica has no real winter and the average temp is between 71 and 81 degrees, being the warmest at sea level. Do you have any outdoor space? An outdoor covered deck could be used to sleep and dine with the addition of mosquito netting.

What an exciting challenge! I would say put in open shelving in the kitchen. Paint the space all one color (I'm partial to gray but I don’t know how that would look with the tile floor) including the blue strip at the top of the wall. I second or third the Ikea Expedit bookcases as a divider between your kitchen and "living" areas and as the headboard to your bed. Another possibility would be a wardrobe, but that may limit your light.

Maybe a drop down table in the kitchen for extra counter space and an eating area. Again Ikea has a nice one (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80091713/).

The bed I can see being a pallet bed that can also be a couch during non-sleeping time. The goal for a space this small is a space for everything and everything in its space. Make your items do double duty (T.V. stand doubles as a desk, etc.). Good Luck!

First and foremost you need to purge all unnecessary things. I have linked an article I wrote with some tips on creating storage and there are some other articles that help you slim down your belongings.

Living in a small space requires you to be a minimalist. (I have been living in a 360 sq ft studio with my partner and our cat).

http://www.minimal-ism.com/2011/12/creating-room-for-storage-in-a-small-apartment/

I would definitely go with a loft bed. As high as you can, while still being able to sit up in bed. Consider getting one that would span the whole room. That way you have more space underneath and it doesn't feel so cramped in the loft bed together.

A friend of mine built a platform loft into his bedroom by screwing a frame right into the studs of the wall, putting 2x4s across that, and then putting a platform with a mattress on top. Below you would then have space for a small seating area and desk.

Good luck with the move.

at a minimum, hang floor to ceiling curtains to hide the clutter.

If you're moving to Costa Rica for the sake of wanting to move, you're plan sounds OK.
However, if you're moving to Costa Rica for the sake of the boyfriend relationship and care that it flourishes, this IS a recipe for disaster. Love is only "blind" for the first 6 months, then reality sets in. Sharing 224 sq.ft. (which is about 10x10 per person, including bathroom and kitchen requirements) is not going to be healthy for any relationship.

Remember, Maxwell started out in a tiny space and we know how that turned out.

Who cares what your apt. looks like..you should be at the beach all the time anyway :) Such an awesome change of life. Pretty jealous but probably right behind you. Cheers!

This could interfere with your relationship. No matter how much you love to be together you need to have downtime where you are free to do things for yourself. We at least have 2 separate rooms where we can separate and spend downtime. Until I got used to the small apartment arrangement we did have problems but we organized and work well together now. It is important to have closed storage because it gives the place a sense of neatness. Use walls for shelves and a pegboard in the kitchen to hang thing so pots & pans and utensils are off the counter helps to facilitate cooking. Purchase items that a compact and designed for a small apartment. There is beautiful folding wood table that stores the folding chairs inside out of the way. It folds up to a size about half the width of a filing cabinet. It is very nice but at present I don't know who is selling it. But I still think it would be better to get a larger place.

I'd get rid of the stove and get a two burner hot plate. I lived in Japan for 2 years and never missed having an oven. Get a half size fridge. I would even get rid of the microwave. Get rid of the TV. One saucepan and one frying pan. A tea kettle for boiling water. Two bowls, two cups, two glasses. I had an entire house back in the States and it was incredibly freeing to have less stuff.

Do not take any clothing. They have clothes in Costa Rica.

Have fun - you can always get more stuff later. Experiences are what you'll remember.

First of all, congratulations. You've got guts. Ain't love grand? Now down to the practicalities. First of all, I'm a fan of downsizing and am in the process of doing it myself, I read Tinyhouseblog religiously and save all the tips I can get for living in truly small spaces. keep that in mind. I say this because I do not want my advice to be dismissed out of hand as someone who is against the whole project. On the contrary, I am all for this move. But the cold, hard truth is this: there is absolutely no room for you there. Love conquers a lot, but it can not change the laws of physics. All the wishful thinking in the world will not produce someplace for you to put your clothes and even a little stuff, let alone your body. There are other solutions. As a woman who did not marry early in life, I've become attached to having my own space. Have you considered doing what a lot of married couples do, and have two places? If he owns the land his house stands on, what about a shed in the back? A simple 8 X 16 shed or a shipping container with windows added ( a refrigerated shipping container is insulated and so will not overheat in the tropics) can make an attractive house (see Tinyhouseblog and Faircompanies for some stunning examples) that is inexpensive, attractive and usable, especially if you use his plumbing and only have to put in electricity. As I've said, I'm a fan of tiny house living, but I am also an average human being. I disagree with those I love every once in a while and I have bad days. Do you really want to be trapped in one room within 8 feet of a person that you've just had a fight with, with no place to go? Something to think about. Go for it. Love is grand, but no, it does not conquer all. If you want to make it last, do the things that will give it the best chance of surviving. That may be having your own space. Sleep together. Eat together. Stay together. But, in a truly tiny place, maybe not live together all of the time.

FUN! Just wanted to add that I (having lived in Cairo, Bali, Bombay...) seriously doubt you'll have Ikea, Ace Hardware, etc etc so do some recon before you move. It might be worth taking an extra suitcase filled with those light shelves from Ikea and Container Store organizing stuff. The stuff you might get cheap in CR -- baskets, fabric for curtains, paint supplies -- buy there. Have the BF do some ground work -- you deserve it if you're joining him! Good luck!

Photos are interesting, but a floorplan would have been better. The other thing, I guess, is that I'm assuming this sort of situation isn't too unusual where you're going, so maybe some things you can just see when you get there. If neither of you are huge on cooking though, maybe you should dump the stove. If you want to bake things, you be surprised what you can make in a toaster oven... and there are only 2 of you, anyway. Or if you don't have that many pots and pans and don't want to hang them from the ceiling, consider storing the ones not currently being used in the oven itself.

Eh, I really don't know what else to say without a floor plan. Or an idea of your needs. Like, will you be working down there/working from home? Do you need an office area? Will you need to maintain a professional wardrobe, or do you not need much in the way of clothing at all? What are your interests and hobbies that you don't want to part with? Etc.

Use every inch of space, floor to ceiling, and make the storage uniform. Rather than having lots of different shapes and sizes of storage, make it all the same. If you can't get new storage, paint it all the same color or something. Good luck with your move!

if you have an ikea, you need to pretty much install a massive pax system on one wall floor to ceiling.
& just a word of advice from woman to woman, that 3rd pic does not bode well. i mean, assuming this is the guy's place. he should want to at least clean up for a photo. it kinda reads as frat. : / sorry. i truthfully hope it's a fluke & all works out. also, be careful about doing this w/o any sort of serious commitment. i recently sold everything & moved to another country w/ my husband. it's no small thing. you need to have someone who will respect you, your things, your space, your privacy, & be extremely tidy in order for this to work. you also need to have some sort of back up plan in case of some horrible shocking breakup. in some countries, even if a partner beats you or cheats on you, they can kick you out on the street & you have no rights as a woman. so, read up just for worse case, ok? just protect yourself.

Well, I'm not gonna comment on status of your relationship...or your the reasons for your move. After all, it's YOUR choice.
n IF you are serious about doing up this place, I can give you a few suggestions.

1. if possible, the floor to ceiling storage is a really great option.
(cupboard, other storage space and cooking range all in the same line)

2. Fold out or a flip out bed. certainly saves space!
( http://dornob.com/nice-bedroom-idea-fun-fold-out-double-loft-bed-designs/?ref=search )
actually u could use the fold out/flip out option for a lot of furniture...for a dining table, writing desk...and books and paraphernalia could be hidden behind that.build shelves behind it if you need to for that.

3. Use light shades to create the illusion of space. white and powder blue works really well. (on furniture, doors, walls).

That's the basics...If you still need more help...feel free to holler! Will be happy to help!

GOOD LUCK! :) :) :)

I once packed all my stuff (from a 1 bedroom apt) in storage and lived off a suitcase for a year. I packed my medium-size suitcase with a week-worth of basic clothes I can layer when cold; I bought shoes in my new locations; tried to only pack things that had multiple uses; chose the tiniest (but elegant) jewelry; and in a separate bag (the smallest weekender from Lesportsac) put my winter wool coat (a thin one), foldable insulated parka from uniqlo that comes in a small bag, my UGG boots. In the suitcase I also packed a hand-held mixer and a small scale to keep track of my health. I was a very light traveller; people though I was going away for just a week or two. It was very liberating - limited clothes stripped me of consumerist tendencies while also giving me a challenge of how to look put together with just a few things. Take this chance to figure out the basics of your needs! You'll have more room in your storage for all the new things you'll encounter. Good luck.

Hey! I've lived in a very tiny space with my boyfriend and I didn't think it was that bad. 14 square meter (multiply by 10 roughly for feet) room with a slanted ceiling and shared bathrooms+kitchen with 6 other people. (I live in Paris in case anyone is wondering why I would do this to myself).

Truth is, we fought less about cleaning in that tiny room than we do today in our 30square meter room. Almost the entire room was taken up with closet space and shelves. The little floor room left was easy to clean because shelves and closets were only 2 footsteps away.

But an essential factor is eliminating as much as possible. This is tough, especially for the person who is not moving (in this case it was me and I tend to hoard things like old chargers, hats I will someday wear again...)

Welcome to the Club! I too live in 200 sq ft and it's totally doable! My favorite must-have...my Kitchen Island-get one or slap some wheels on a table-you need the counter space and its a great place for things to land before they have a home. My most favorite thing about down sizing is it forced me to make a lot of choices at point of sale so I don't bring home a lot of thing I don't really need-I have to decide then-where's it new home going to be? Since your sharing so there will need to be compromise ...Ikea has alot of great ideas for small spaces even if you can't purchase their stuff...you can turn a book case on its side and create a bench seat...etc I love the $20 desk because it's light enough to move around the room and I would create 12 x 12 box shelves underneath that whole area of your bed and alternate his and hers with shared-every one needs a corner of their own! Boxes and baskets inside or on top of shelves. And I would put up some cabinets where your pots are hanging and hang the pots on the sides of the shelves. A couple dresser type cabinets in the closet =) Good Luck! Lucky!

Day bed where the blue curtained closet is,swivel lamps hanging above it,with a small round table on casters a tad higher than the daybed,18 inches or so,that you can use as to eat or work at , floor to ceiling storage right by the front door where you can put the tv and have storage.Im just grateful you didnt show the bathroom! I'd have probably fainted!

Take a look at boat design. We've seen some excellent designs that we could imagine living aboard in less than 300 square feet. The kitchen/galley is always very pared down. Also don't scrimp up on comfort -- make sure the bed and any seating are places you really want to spend time. Limit electronics and get rid of the TV. Sounds exciting!

A few ideas I would work with...

- Start with a blank canvas, clearing and cleaning everything out helps.
- Paint the place one colour to streamline, maximising the space.
(although a dark feature wall in the kitchen as suggested by Dragunphyre is a great idea)

Kitchen
- Overhead storage, a door on the under sink storage, splashback to tie it all together. A small kitchen bar/bench to section off the kitchen area could be a good place to seat/eat.
Check out these ideas
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/10-tiny-kitchens-we-love-137441
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/organized-and-e-143412

Bedroom
- Have you considered a Murphy bed? A nice and neat, functional and perfect for a small space. The storage space (within the unit around the bed) is also a great place to store additional items like books, etc.
- minimise small pieces of furniture = less clutter instead use feature pieces eg loveseat rather than a few different chairs
Check out these ideas
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/best-looking-modern-murphy-bed-41993

Let us know how you go! I would love to see the results!

I think you will have to live there for a bit to see how it currently works. I am praying that he's just a person who keeps stuff and that he will work with you to make it pleasant.