- Name:
- Paige
- Location:
- Princeton, NJ
- Square Feet:
- 360
- Division:
- Teeny-Tiny
- What I Love About My Small Home:
- Living here with my hubby. It's the people, after all, that make the home. That being said, my next favorite thing about our teeny-tiny space is the bright color: even though it seems like an impossibly tiny space at times, we've still managed to include thoughtful details that show our personality and design style. Most of all, it's a place that we enjoy being in, feel proud of (tiny though it may be!), and can relax in come sleepy mornings and day's end. When we look around at the things we've chosen for our space, we see our joys, memories, and values reflected back to us. For me, that's home at its best.
- Biggest Challenge of Living in a Small Space
- Living there with my hubby. ;) It's quite a feat to share 360 square feet of house, no matter how homey it is! even so, we've managed to make it work quite well by using every nook and cranny for storage and organization: we store things under every piece of furniture we have (and of course, in our closets, which should have warning signs posted on them, they're so packed!). Also, our "coffee table" is a tray table that folds away when not in use, and we put a desk by our front door to serve as an entryway. We also try to keep a good sense of humor and perspective about our current living situation. Whenever we begin to feel a bit claustrophobic, we remind each other: #1, our teeny-tiny space is temporary--we're hoping to move into a one-bedroom soon, after nearly a year in this tiny palace of ours--and #2, good things come in small packages. so here we are, living tiny and loving it--most days, anyway!
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I covet your card catalogue :)
Looks relaxing and very "home-y". Nice job on the bedding + cushions btw.
Where are the bedding and cushions from?
Very attractive and cozy. I especially like the tall,narrow floor lamp that doubles as a nightstand. And that little kitchen - neat as a pin and cute as a button! It is small, but it looks perfectly functional with its full-sized appliances and quite a few cupboards.
I also commend you guys on keeping the place so tidy despite having limited space. We have seen some messy places on AT that are bigger than yours.
Whoa that is TINYTINY for 2 people!!!
I dont know how you do that
It looks a bit cramped with the large furniture, but very cosy!
@SHARONA021 - It is West Elm. http://www.westelm.com/products/organic-ironwork-duvet-shams-b675/?pkey=cduvet-covers
The colors are warm, inviting and blend well together. You have meticulously selected items which display personality and function. I especially like the card catalog which is a reminder of days gone by successfully intermingled with present day necessities. Excellent job marrying practicality and design in a challenging space!
In 20 years you two will tell stories about this apartment, how happy you were in it, the good times you had. You can just tell it's that kind of place.
God damn THAT IS SMALL!
Cozy space.
Cute!
I love the polarois picture frames! Where are those from?
I cannot believe this is 360 sq ft -- must be closer to 260. You've done a lovely job creating a comfortable, functioning home.
It's sweet. I agree with Melissa Pauline that you will look back in 20 years on your fond memories of this place. Kudos on keeping it so organized -- can you tell me about your bulletin board/mail holder? Did you make it?
I know I'm a little "late to the party" posting my comment, but you have one of the most comfortable-looking homey place I've seen in this contest. I'm looking through the old entries because I'm downsizing to a studio. Yours is a great inspiration.