A 150-Square-Foot NYC Studio Works Thanks to a Small But Sufficient Mini Kitchenette

Name: Gina Luisa
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Type of home: Studio apartment
Size: 150 square feet
Years lived in: 1 year, renting

Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: I was searching for an affordable studio apartment in Brooklyn that was a new construction with modern and brand new fixtures and appliances. I found this small modern studio with a kitchenette for $1600. Although the apartment has a mini fridge and no oven, I am able to cook full meals with my toaster convection oven and built-in hot plates on the counter.

What is your favorite room and why? My favorite part of the space is the settee nook. I knew I couldn’t fit a sofa in the apartment, so I found a very comfortable settee and added a small accent table that can hold a book, a TV remote, a drink or even a plate of food, which makes the space multifunctional.

Describe your home’s style in 5 words or less: Bright, Space Saving, Minimalistic, Clean, Cozy

What’s the last thing you bought (or found!) for your home? My favorite addition to the apartment is the removable Anthropologie Thin Air Wallpaper. I wanted to keep the furniture and decor in my apartment very minimal and simple as not to crowd the small space, so I thought I’d add a fun wallpaper to add a small hint of color and decoration to the apartment.

Any advice for creating a home you love? My advice for creating a home your love is to not be afraid to experiment, take risks, and be true to yourself. Risks don’t need to come as buying a obscure piece of art or using bright and crazy colors. It can come in other ways like trying to make a very small space feel comfortable and luxurious, and attempting a DIY project you’re not sure will work.

This submission’s responses and photos were edited for length/size and clarity.

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