This Cute 450-Square-Foot Studio Apartment Feels Like a Cozy Boho Cottage

The lease was signed two days later for this 450-square-foot studio apartment in Los Angeles, California, which Katy pays $1450 a month for. “It easily could’ve been a disaster, but thankfully it all worked out!”

Calling this her first “big girl apartment,” Katy says that she really wanted to “create a home for myself. “I try to make my space feel warm through the colors I choose. Warm colors like pink, orange, yellow, and cream, natural wood tones or warm lighting. The brick does a lot of that work for me in this space, which I really appreciate.” 

Katy Mae, who works in content creation, social media management, and videography, chronicles her home on YouTube and TikTok.

“Even simple things like a can opener or coffee table bring charm and character into your space,” she continues. “In such a small space, I put a lot of thought into the things I bring into my home to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.”

• String Lights — ​Target
• Bag Hook — Target
• Door Safety Stick — Amazon

• Tanavi 2-Piece Modular Loveseat — Ashley Furniture
• Fringed and Embroidered Sun Round Throw Pillow Gold — Target
• Chenille Throw Pillow — Target
• Floor Pillow — Target
• Floral Easter Throw Blanket — Target
• Burbank Wood Coffee Table — Target
• Agate Coaster — Anthropologie
• Capri Blue Volcano Gold Selenite Glass Jar Candle Medium — Anthropologie
• Floral Distressed Persian Style Zoe Area Rug — World Market
• 30” Round Framed Mirror — Target
• Ventura Boho Stationary Wicker Egg Chair — Walmart
• Flynn Pintuck Cord Bolster Pillow — Urban Outfitters
• Belmar Woven End Table with Drawer (2) — Target
• Bar Cart — Amazon
• Waterfall Wine Glasses — Anthropologie
• Waterfall Coupe Glasses — Anthropologie
• Baby Guinness Candle — Guinness Store
• Gold Metal Bar Tools — Oliver Bonas
• The Art of Mixology Cocktail Book — Amazon
• Let’s Get Fizzical Cocktail Book — Anthropologie
• Faustine Wreath Wine Rack — Anthropologie
• Blogilates 4 Tier Weight Rack Gold — Target
• TV — Best Buy

• Floor Lamp — Target
• Height Adjustable Desk — Target
• Monitor Stand — Target
• Monitor — Best Buy
• Vase — Target
• Peonies — Magnolia
• Hydrangeas — Target
• Ergonomic Desk Chair — Amazon
• 2024 Appointment Wall Calendar — Rifle Paper Co.
• Glowforge Pro — Glowforge
• Desk Tabletop — IKEA
• Desk Drawers — IKEA
• Desk Legs — IKEA

• Beautiful 12-Piece Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set — Walmart
• Gold Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers — Amazon
• Square Green Glass Oil Bottle with Spout — World Market
• Rainbow Sun Dish Towel — Anthropologie
• Trash Can — Target
• Beautiful 3-Quart Air Fryer — Walmart
• Coffee Maker — Nespresso
• Ladybug Peace Mug — Urban Outfitters
• Maia Utensil Holder — Urban Outfitters
• Golden Hour Spatula Bundle — Magnolia
• Amber Brown Enamel Slotted Turner — Magnolia
• Salt Lamp — Target
• Explore Camp Flag — Oxford Pennant
• Steel & Wood Dish Rack — Yamazaki Home
• Ells Wooden Serving Board — Magnolia
• Acrylic Magnetic Dry Erase Board — Amazon

• Bedside Lamp — Urban Outfitters
• Metal Platform Bed — Wayfair
• Bedsheets — Target
• Comforter set — Target
• Blanket — Target
• Tapestry — He Would Love First
• Curtain — Target
• Fan — Target
• Dresser — Wayfair
• Dresser Knobs — Anthropologie 
• Gold and Glass Honeycomb Shelf — World Market
• Hanging Elephants — World Market
• Record Player — Audio Technica
• Speaker — Best Buy
• Jewelry Box — Amazon

• Bath Mat — Urban Outfitters
• Shower Curtain — Urban Outfitters
• Shower Curtain Hooks — Target
• Floating Shelf — Target
• Cabinet Knob — Amazon
• Over-the-Door Hooks — Target
• Wall Clock — Target

Thanks, Katy Mae!

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

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