4 Small Apartment Designs Under 50 Square Meters

Apartments are not known for their spaciousness – inner-city locations, compact-living and budget-friendly spaces are more their forte. Living in a space under 50sqm, however, doesn’t mean that your apartment can’t look spacious. Elegant, modern designs with minimalist details are the key to creating space where little was before. Clever functionalities, such as creating two, . . .

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2 Super Tiny Home Designs Under 30 Square Meters (Includes Floor Plans)

This beautiful pair of apartments may be on the smaller side, but their layouts are super smart! Each one clocks in at less than 40 square meters of floor space, yet they make the most of their compact layouts by striking the perfect balance between openness and functionality. And get ready to redefine your loft . . .

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Bold Decor In Small Spaces: 3 Homes Under 50 Square Meters

One of the safest ways to decorate a small space is to simplify everything – subtle patterns, light colors, limited decor, clean lines, etc. These techniques can indeed make a room appear larger and less cluttered, but guidelines like these might seem a little restrictive to all but the most dedicated minimalists. But there’s good . . .

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Colour-blocking: Creating room in small spaces

Small apartments offer a homely haven from the outside world – but also less space for decorative self-expression. Bedrooms, lounges, bathrooms and kitchens are not afforded the luxury of space to accentuate fixtures, features and panelling; it is here that crafty design innovations take centre stage. Clever colouring, supporting accents and mixed-purpose spaces are the . . .

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Small Apartments That Go Big With Bold Decor Themes

Compact spaces are a satisfying source of challenge for interior designers. When you can practically see every room from any location in the home, it immediately becomes obvious why many small apartment residents opt for safe and neutral decor. The homes featured in this post take a daring approach – embracing bold color themes and . . .

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Four Small Studios That Explore Fun and Whimsical Styles

Although minimalistic studio apartment styles might seem easier to coordinate, there’s limit to the creativity that a constricted space can inspire. Small spaces aren’t impossible to work with: in fact, having fewer options can help residents tailor their taste for an even more powerful impact. This post looks at four ultra-compact apartments and examines the . . .

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2 Well-Rounded Home Designs Under 600 Square Feet (Includes Layout)

Smaller apartments don’t have much room for decoration, so designers often look for functional objects that can lend their beauty to the living space. The two homes featured here fit all the necessities in their small floor plans and manage to incorporate plenty of decorative details at the same time. These compact apartments focus on . . .

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4 Small Apartments Showcase The Flexibility Of Compact Design

Limitations can be a catalyst for creativity and innovation. These small apartments demonstrate a range of styles – one minimalist, one industrial, one artistic, and the other playful yet utilitarian. Some of these compact interior designs show another way to implement a “safe” design for restricted spaces while others challenge all of the preconceived rules. . . .

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3 Small Spaces Packed With Big Style (Includes Floor Plans)

Just because your space isn’t big, doesn’t mean it can’t be packed with style. But having an eye for design and organization is a tricky skill to master. It’s a balance between both space and storage, and color and design. And what may be right for one space, isn’t necessarily the solution for another.So, take . . .

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2 Apartments Under 30 Square Metre – One Light, One Dark

Tiny apartments are among the most interesting homes to use for design inspiration – even if you’re working with a larger space, they’re a great way to plan compact layout ideas for smaller rooms or even specific-use spaces within a larger area. The two apartments featured in the following home tours are both under 30 . . .

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A Pair Of Super Small Apartments With Dazzling Neon Accents

Vivid colors are an easy way to make an unforgettable impression within any interior. But using bold color schemes within a small space is a little more difficult – too much can overwhelm the eye and too little can make the theme look incidental. Add the extra challenge of coordinating bright accent colors across an . . .

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4 Super Tiny Apartments Under 30 Square Meters [Includes Floor Plans]

Small apartments present several unique structural limitations – lack of storage, insufficient lighting, and cramped floor plans are just a few of the most common restrictions. The four apartments highlighted in this post turn those obstacles into sure strengths. They each carve out their own distinctive styles, no doubt influenced by the requirements imposed by . . .

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4 Inspiring Home Designs Under 300 Square Feet (With Floor Plans)

Are you looking for ways to make the most of your small floorplan? Each of these four homes occupies less than 300 square feet (27 square meters) but packs an incredible amount of personality, color, and inspiration into each space. You’ll see clever storage solutions and multipurpose furniture, smart organization tactics and plenty of must-try . . .

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6 Beautiful Home Designs Under 30 Square Meters [With Floor Plans]

Interior designers are well familiar with the paradox where space constraints actually enhance creativity by requiring an approach that breaks a problem down to its most basic parts. These 6 apartments make 30 square meters look comfortable rather than limited – every piece of furniture makes a big visual impact but leaves plenty of legroom, . . .

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An Incredibly Compact House Under 40 Square Meters That Uses Natural Decor

Located in Taipei, Taiwan, this compact family home works with only 33 square meters of usable floor space, but it still retains a spacious aesthetic thanks to an innovative vertical approach to architecture. Folk Design implemented this creative home in response to the needs of a young family with a strong desire for simple and . . .

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5 Small Studio Apartments With Beautiful Design

Studio apartments are notoriously difficult to decorate – especially within smaller layouts. The simplest approach is to create a coordinated style that extends throughout the entire home, but that option can restrict the creativity and expressive potential of the occupants. The other option is to create a different theme within each functional area, but this . . .

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