A few days ago, I saw this article on Sunset (via AT) about Lotta Jansdotter’s apartment. The space is 725 square feet, and she uses the space very wisely. One of the things that stood out to me was that she transformed an oversized closet into a bedroom. I want to do it! Our 700 square foot apartment has a very strange layout, with one large window at the front. The bedroom has a frosted glass partition so it gets lots of light still. Here’s how we have it set up now (please excuse the diagram):
The kitchen is all lined up along the wall, which puts the “office” pretty much right next to the sink. Awkward. Especially when we both work from home. So here’s what I want to do:
Our full-sized bed fits in the storage room. Just. It would literally be a bed room. Maybe with some wall shelves and hooks. I would move our dresser into the closet, which is actually pretty big and underused. One benefit of moving the bed back there is it would be pitch black. I sometimes have trouble with insomnia and it would help to have a completely dark (and quiet!) room.
And then we could have a real office! It would be glorious.
What do you all think? Should we try it?
A Tiny Room
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best of luck – i admire those who can get their belongings to fit and then look great in limited spaces – it’s a true art!
catherine s.
I say try it.
You never know until you try it. and if you both don’t like it you can always change back.
Hey Britt,
Love your site. Especially the tutorials.
The apt. changes are a great idea. Go for it.
Imagine 4 walls of ideas in office.
Better night sleep in bedroom.
If foot of bed has to face doorway, hang a soothing piece of fabric.
Show us the pics when your done.
Sweet dreams.
Mags from Boston
I think it looks like a great use of space. I would definitely compromise on having a smaller bedroom in order to have a larger office/art space. It seems like a more prouctive use of space. I think the layout of the living area is much better as well, but it depends on how much entertaining you do as well. If you give it a try, let us know how it goes.
Do it! it’s a fantastic idea. I can picture your new office with the great natural light coming in through the frosted glass, and your cozy, intimate bedroom. You’ll be able to close the door on the ‘office’ and any craft mess, and you’ll sleep better. So many benefits.
I needed a little push but I think we are going to try it. I’ll post pictures when it’s done.
Thanks, everyone!
Catherine S – I will definitely check out that book, thanks. Sounds fantastic.
Wow, wow!! I always want to change rooms from what they are to something totally different. And, its true, you can change it back if it drives you crazy, but the office being in an enclosed space would be great. You could actually stop work, leave the office, and come home. I wish I could help, as you probably know.
I just found an article on Apartment Therapy about closet bedrooms. Who knew it was a common thing to do?