A 450-Square-Foot Upper West Side Studio Is Small but Welcoming Tours
See how this renter made his Upper West Side studio apartment feel playful and comfortable despite the small size.
Oct 27, 2023
This Cute, Small Los Angeles Bungalow Rents for $2K a MonthTours
Tour a fashion designer’s home tucked away in a neighborhood in Glassell Park, which is filled with eclectic patterns.
Oct 23, 2023
A 220-Square-Foot Barcelona Rental Studio Is a Cozy and Organized NestTours
See how this renter tackled the challenge of small-space living and created a minimal-maximal home in just 220 square feet.
Oct 19, 2023
A Graphic Designer's 290-Square-Foot London Studio Is Small but StylishTours
Tour the cozy, creative, thrifted, clean, and urban style of this small, rented studio apartment.
Oct 10, 2023
A Small Studio Has Clever Room Dividers and a Balcony Projector Tours
The lovely balcony is perfect for cozy movie nights.
Oct 5, 2023
A Modern Barcelona Studio Apartment Has the Sexiest ArchwayTours
Tour a former artist’s studio transformed into a small but stylish home for digital artist & creative director Pol Solà.
Oct 4, 2023
An Industrial Rental Boasts 13-Foot Ceilings and 9-Foot-Tall WindowsTours
Tyler Dubreuil believes good design doesn't have to be expensive: Each furniture piece was no more than $200 — except for the sofa, which was bought at half price!
Oct 4, 2023
Smart Space Planning Opened Up a 285-Square-Foot Hong Kong StudioTours
Cris Batula helped design this teeny studio apartment, which is eclectic, maximalist, and feels larger than it actually is.
Oct 2, 2023
This Beautiful 265-Square-Foot Backyard Tiny House Is a Family AffairTours
Irmhild Liang's son is an architect and built this tiny house in the backyard of her daughter's house.
Sep 25, 2023
This Studio Apartment’s Design Is "College Kid Gen-Z IKEA Chic"Tours
Renters Morgan Vaca and her boyfriend, Landry, have even become best friends with their landlords.
Sep 22, 2023
Professional Stager Jason Saft Transformed His 475-Square-Foot StudioTours
See how professional stager Jason Saft reimagined his 475-square-foot studio apartment without fully renovating it.
Sep 18, 2023
A 405-Square-Foot Studio Feels Bigger Thanks to a Skillful Layout Tours
Cara and her dog, Sterling, share this small studio apartment in Philadelphia’s Center City neighborhood.
Sep 11, 2023
Three People (and a Husky!) Live Comfortably in This 84-Square-Foot HomeTours
Their DIY seating area even converts into a bedroom.
Sep 1, 2023
A Small, $1400-a-Month Chicago Studio Apartment Cost $2500 to FurnishTours
Rodney Perez decorated their 600-square-foot apartment to be a reflection of themselves.
Aug 2, 2023
A 511-Square-Foot Boston Studio Apartment Is Warm and InvitingTours
Colorful prints pop among the cool-toned modern, rustic furniture in this studio apartment.
Jul 24, 2023
This Atlanta Loft Apartment Mixes Vintage and Modern Furniture FindsTours
Mary Disser, who's a fashion director, looks to her closet when finding home inspiration.
Jul 20, 2023
This Colorful 450-Square-Foot Hollywood Studio Is MagicalTours
It’s a maximalist space with a “generous sprinkling of bohemian influences.”
Jul 17, 2023
A Philadelphia Renter Pays $1,250 Monthly for This Sunny Studio ApartmentTours
It's a "creative homebody's safe space" for Chaereen Pak and her two cats.
Jul 14, 2023
East Meets West in This Small Chicago Studio ApartmentTours
See inside this 600-square-foot Chicago rental of a Pakistani American woman who mixed both U.S. and Southeast Asian decor styles.
Jul 7, 2023
Coastal Grandmother Meets Eclectic Farmhouse in This 200-Square-Foot ApartmentTours
Ashley Watson’s beautiful and cozy apartment is the ultimate retreat from the chaos of New York City.
Jun 30, 2023
An Artist's Teeny Australia Studio Hides Clever Storage HacksTours
Contemporary artist Hazel Dooney's small studio apartment, built in the 1960s by a famous modern architect, is used as an art studio and is incredibly energy-efficient. "It doesn't need lights during the day, heating during winter, or cooling during summer. It is almost like being half outdoors."
Jun 26, 2023
A 350-Square-Foot Austin Studio Apartment Is Tiny, but Colorful and BrightTours
William Swinton-Ginsberg has been renting this studio apartment in Austin's Cherrywood neighborhood for four years, and built the kitchen table, which has a round gap that was designed to wrap around a cement column.
Jun 16, 2023
This Stunning Dallas Loft Rents for $1300 a MonthTours
Emmanuel and Katy have rented this loft in a building from the 1920s, and figuring out the layout was the biggest challenge because there are no walls in the main space.
Jun 12, 2023
A Clever Homeowner Makes This 248-Square-Foot Studio Feel SpaciousTours
A DIY separation wall makes a huge difference in breaking up the space.
Jun 9, 2023
The Studio Apartment Layout on Its Way OutReal Estate
According to real estate pros.
Jun 8, 2023
This Couple and a Dog Successfully Share a 400-Square-Foot Studio ApartmentTours
Emily and her boyfriend made sure to focus on function when decorating their small shared studio apartment, including making visually separate spaces in the one-room rental.
Jun 6, 2023
A 237-Square-Foot NYC Studio Stuns with Smart Storage and Renter-Friendly Style Tours
"Everything I changed in the apartment is renter-friendly and can be un-done," explains Zoe Wetherall, an architectural and landscape photographer. "The biggest challenge was working with such a small space — making sure I could fit everything in and have enough storage."
May 30, 2023
This Effortlessly Cool 260-Square-Foot Paris Studio Rents for 900 Euros a MonthTours
Nicolas Lecoeur's rental apartment is a Haussmann-type space with moldings and parquet flooring, located in the historic district of Montmartre.
May 19, 2023
A Small London Rental Studio Is Packed with Pastel MaximalismTours
Lifestyle and food blogger Camilla Hughes lives alone in this small London rental studio apartment, so she has the "freedom to make my home exactly how I like it."
May 16, 2023
This Architect Made a Small Studio Personal, Despite Not Owning ItTours
While architect Keaton Cizek would love to own and renovate his own home one day when he has the means, as a renter he finds "so much joy in making an apartment feel like an extension of myself as much as I can."
May 15, 2023
This 550-Square-Foot Studio Is on the Top Floor of a San Francisco VictorianTours
The kitchen in Courtney's SF studio apartment is no wider than her arms can spread out, but it is "character rich, with wood shelving painted pale blue."
May 11, 2023
Despite a Cookie-Cutter Layout, This Studio's Anything but BasicTours
Damini grew up in India and moved to the U.S. in 2016. "After four years of art school and three years into my graphic design career, this is the first place I've stayed at where I've run wild decorating and watched it transform into a space that feels like home (and part art studio)."
May 10, 2023
This 425-Square-Foot Brooklyn Studio Apartment Feels Much LargerTours
Thanks to the studio apartment's high ceilings and huge windows, as well as Leecy's brilliant small-space styling and organizing skills, her home feels much larger than it actually is.
May 9, 2023
A Renter Added Storage and Style to This 275-Square-Foot NYC Studio Tours
Rachael Harvey, Assistant Membership Director for a synagogue in Manhattan, moved to this 275-square-foot, $1,800-per-month Upper East Side studio apartment eight months ago.
May 2, 2023
A 590-Square-Foot Brooklyn Apartment's Located in an Old Converted SchoolhouseTours
Bianca Tueretsky wrote a series of YA books called "The Time-Traveling Fashionista" about a girl who travels back in time through an enchanted vintage dress. Her small Prospect Heights apartment reflects her love of books, history, vintage pieces, and travel.
Apr 25, 2023
A Chic 320-Square-Foot NYC Studio Features an Incredibly Smart Shelf Staircase
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Since this is Mindy’s first time owning a home, she was as involved as possible in the renovation, like knocking out the old kitchen and taking off the bathroom tiles, all to build the minimal and modern small home of her dreams.
Apr 10, 2023
A 216-Square-Foot SF Studio Impressively Incorporates Southern Italian Motifs Tours
"I'm Italian American, lived in Rome for 10 years, and studied Humanities and Classics at university; these attributes reflect everywhere in my world," explains LeAnne Smith. "I love stone sculpture, architecture, pencil sketches, and gardens."
Apr 5, 2023
A 'Tongue-in-Cheek' Studio Mixes Lowbrow and Highbrow in Only 220 Square FeetTours
"Living in a studio means that I see everything all the time, so I really need to like everything that's there," explains Upper East Side studio apartment dweller Jamie Mandel.
Mar 22, 2023
A 350-Square-Foot Brooklyn Studio Apartment Gets Creative With StorageTours
Lisa’s rental home might only be 350 square feet, but the location is unbeatable and an “outdoor” space makes it feels much less smaller.
Mar 16, 2023
A Renter Needed It Bright & Airy in This $2,400 a Month, 350-Square-Foot StudioTours
Erik works from home, and needed a bright, airy space that "inspired me while keeping me in a good mood (happy colors) but relaxed."
Mar 16, 2023
After a DIY Reno and Smart Space Planning, This Studio is Now Four Rooms in OneTours
It was small, the kitchen was basically nonexistent, and the bathroom wasn't pretty, but Irene Shamas saw the potential in this studio unit. She worked with Luki Anderson of Studio Officina and EDR Construction to transform this small one-room apartment into a space that can be a living room, dining room, bedroom, office, and more.
Mar 10, 2023
This 250-Square-Foot Studio's Solution for Dividing Space Is Easy and EffectiveTours
Ana shares this tiny studio apartment with her boyfriend, and while there's technically only one actual room for the entire home, her simple but successful room-dividing solution helps make the space much more usable.
Mar 7, 2023
Everything Fits Perfectly in This 250-Square-Foot New York City Studio Tours
Even though Laura Mullaney’s rental apartment is small, she knew the layout had a ton of potential when she first moved in. “I was also super impressed with the amount of storage for such a small space.”
Mar 3, 2023
Despite Being Under 500 Square Feet, This NYC Studio Is Charming, Warm, and ChicTours
Aaron's favorite "room" is the entire apartment, "because it is a studio that has been designed with intention to give each area a specific use and vibe. Although it is one open space, each section serves a different purpose."
Mar 3, 2023
This Couple's Tiny Bronx Studio's Layout Makes It Feel Like a One-BedroomTours
When Carissa and her husband moved to NYC from Florida, they had to downsize from a 1,500-square-foot home, so they "had to really process not only the functionality of objects, but also their significance."
Feb 28, 2023
This Travel YouTuber's 420-Square-Foot Studio Apartment in Paris Is Perfect
Video House Tour
Travel YouTuber and author Damon Dominique rents this small studio/loft apartment in Paris that he describes as "Sex and the City cocktail hour meets Parisian museum."
Feb 22, 2023
A 300-Square-Foot NYC Studio Is Packed With Smart Small-Space Living HacksTours
Tiffany and her cat, Jinju, have turned their small New York studio into a gorgeous home by mixing styles and creating a layout that gives her space for all of life's necessities.
Feb 15, 2023
B&A: This 202-Square-Foot Studio's Chic Redo Was Inspired by an Unlikely Source
Paint and peel-and-stick wallpaper played a major role in this makeover.
Feb 13, 2023
A 528-Square-Foot NYC Studio Uses Art & Wallpaper to Create Distinct Zones
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Because Jung Hi Han's rental is just a large rectangle, she had to figure out how to arrange the furniture to make different areas. "I used an IKEA bookcase to separate my 'bedroom' from the entry, along with wallpaper to visually create a bedroom. I used the gallery wall in my 'living room' to separate that space, and the two Tara McPherson prints to section off my 'dining room,'" Jung Hi explains.
Feb 7, 2023
This 500-Square-Foot Studio Apartment Is Sunny and Stunning
Tours
When Olivia moved into her Virginia studio apartment, it was her first time living on her own. Since moving in, she's hosted many Friendsgivings, dinner parties, and brunches, bringing her friends together in a small, cozy space.
Feb 2, 2023
This 416-Square-Foot Berkeley Studio Apartment Is the Very Definition of Cozy
The dark, unpainted wood and the compact size of this little studio apartment gives the space the cozy, homey feel that Paige is striving for in their space. "I couldn't be happier."
Feb 1, 2023
This Couple Effectively Fit Their 'Big' Furniture in a Small NYC Studio
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Chandler and Lucy were living in California when they decided to move to NYC for the first time. Though they initially were looking for one-bedrooms, when their friend saw a great studio on the Upper West Side, they submitted their application and trusted that it would work!
Jan 25, 2023
B&A: A 485-Square-Foot Studio's Renter-Friendly Refresh Modernizes the Space
Interior designer Pierrick wanted to find a rental apartment where he could make some significant improvements, and he did so in this small Montreal studio, transforming it into a minimal, restful, neutral space.
Jan 5, 2023
This 375-Square-Foot Brooklyn Studio Packs in So Much Color and Function
Video House Tours
Kayla works in HR at Apartment Therapy and has turned her home into her sanctuary. Working with a small space and budget, she used the color palette of her neighborhood to bring to life her gorgeous bohemian home.
Jan 3, 2023
This 290-Square-Foot NYC Studio Uses Every Small Space Storage Trick in the Book
Tours
Lucy was about to sign the lease on a Brooklyn apartment when she found her dream home in Manhattan. She switched gears and moved into this small studio during the pandemic, getting a big discount. She has thrifted and stooped many of her apartment treasures to create a stunning New York City home.
Jan 2, 2023
This Minimal & Modern 538-Square-Foot Ukraine Studio Apartment Feels Much Larger
Tours
After working with designer Natalie Dubrovska from Dubrovska Studios, Bogdan and Mariia were able to hone in on what they love about design. Natural materials add small touches of peace and fulfillment to a home that blends industrial with coziness.
Dec 16, 2022
Fanciful Trompe-l'œil Murals Make This 500-Square-Foot NYC Studio One-of-a-Kind
Tours
When Calvin moved into his Manhattan apartment, he recruited the help of his friend Colton Ackerman to bring his home to life. Calvin's home now is covered in fun murals that make every inch of the place a work of art.
Dec 12, 2022
A 450-Square-Foot NYC Studio Apartment Is Organized and Maximized
Ryan was downsizing from a large one-bedroom as part of his move from Denver to New York City, and found the challenge of organizing and maximizing this studio space fun and creative.
Dec 6, 2022
A 525-Square-Foot Studio's Redesign Is Inspired by Refreshing an Outdated Bed
Tours
At first, designer Linda Cava only meant to replace her 10-year-old bedframe. But then she swapped out a bedside table to fit the new bed's style, next decided to trade the old sofa for a larger sectional... and then a mix of paint updates, vintage furniture elements, and more made her small home feel completely refreshed.
Dec 1, 2022
This DIY Divider Just Might Be the Solution Your Studio Apartment Needs
Keeping things light and airy in a studio isn't easy, but this creative solution divides up the space while also letting it breathe.
Nov 21, 2022
A 249-Square-Foot NYC Studio Embraces Queer Abundance With Collage Walls
Tours
The walls of Marty's Lower East Side Apartment are covered in photos and notes from friends throughout the years.
Nov 11, 2022
Two People Share This Unbelievably Chic 300-Square-Foot NYC Studio
Michal Kolaczkowski and Trevor Kuhn have been renting this 300-square-foot studio apartment on New York City's Upper West Side for about seven months.
Nov 3, 2022
A 460-Square-Foot Odd-Shaped Studio Is Only 3 Feet Wide at Its Narrowest Point
Tours
Ainsley's small rental apartment's size and atypical angles offered quite the design challenge: to fit in useful, cohesive items without feeling too cramped or cluttered. But she tackled the challenge beautifully and cleverly.
Nov 2, 2022
A 520-Square-Foot NYC Studio's Secret Is Flexible Furniture & Drop-Dead Details
Tours
The entire home is full of historic architectural details, from original herringbone wood floors, original dog-bone tiles in the bathroom, mirrored cabinet in the kitchen, gorgeous crown moldings on the walls, and the high ceilings, which Jessica says make the studio feel spacious.
Nov 1, 2022
This Type of Accent Wall Is a Small-Space Friendly Way to Separate Your Home
Without using a rug or a room divider!
Oct 28, 2022
A Travel Writer's 450-Square-Foot Studio Apartment Is a Cabinet of Curiosities
Alexandra Charitan is a travel writer and the features editor at "Roadtrippers Magazine." She's been renting this 450-square-foot studio apartment in D.C.'s Capitol Hill neighborhood for two years.
Oct 14, 2022
Real Life Small Space Solutions From Studio House Tours
Inspiration comes in all shapes in sizes, but at Apartment Therapy we have a special place in our hearts for the smallest of spaces and an extra special place for the impressive small spaces where all the living happens in one room! This year our community offered no shortage of inspiration in the form of creative studio apartments.
Oct 12, 2022
A 520-Square-Foot Seattle Micro Studio Has Efficient Storage and a Roof Deck
Hannah Herman actually worked on the design of her apartment building before she decided to move in, so she was already ahead on the creative challenge of furnishing such a small space.
Oct 6, 2022
A 376-Square-Foot Studio Uses Neutrals and Smart Spacing Planning to Feel Larger
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Mariangeles has lived in her studio apartment for the past five years. Her home is filled with creams, whites, blacks, and grays to create a clean and minimal aesthetic.
Oct 3, 2022
NYC Fashion Designer's Studio Apartment Is A Mix of Modern and DIY
Tours
As a fashion accessory designer, Courtney is used to taking on creative projects and making art. With her studio apartment in Manhattan, she uses thrifted furniture and brings it back to life with a fresh coat of paint to add a finishing touch to her home.
Sep 28, 2022