Love the Architects summation at the end. We can all learn to live with less, like this couple who only have the two homes. So brave of them. It is attitudes like theirs that will help the housing crisis in Australia.
The best way to explain this apartment is that it's not for day to day living, but a getaway place for owners with the money to indulge in certain fancies.
@@pattttyyyy it goes against the whole point of this channel though. The architects even said that you don't have to have so much and share stuff. Kind of ironic to me.
Well, he's there all during the work-week and sometimes his wife and maybe kids come for weekend. Not sure what the issue is? Envious of the soaking tub. Cardboard wall is unique. TFS
might be the first one ever on NTS that the original layout appears to be way more functional. At least the result is very expensive looking, if that's what they were going for.
I agree, space distribution of the original layout was more functional and if you really wanted to look a the garden from the bed you still could. I feel the darker color scheme makes feel the space more narrow and concentrate all the attention to the garden view like if you are in a cave and you are projected to go outside... Not really my thing but finishes are beautiful
I agree. Original layout was way better for a family . Could have move the bathroom. Then use the space for a second bedroom. Separate shower, toilet and laundry, should have been place where the desk and laundry is.
This house is great if you arent into comfort, dont cook, dont eat, never have guests, but need to be able to take a bath and a shower at the same time!
Normally the content here is a deep personal connection to a small space to make the best of it. A beacon of optimism for times when housing is stupidly expensive. This isn't that. This is just a rich person's second house that they go to on occasion and had some people who went to art school go to town on it.
Thank you. I feel like this episode goes very much against the main philosophy of NTS. We are not getting clever architectural solutions for living amaller and more mindful but a well off couple flexing their wealth and lifestyle.
the design speaks clearly: no really bed for guests, no walls up to the ceiling, no sofa for chatting/sharing with family and friends... You don't need to tell people they're not welcome; they understand it perfectly watching the space
Not even a table to eat together. I don't judge it as bad or good, I'm just saying that DESIGN IS ELOQUENT. It's what I like about it, how your design decisions speaks by themselves. The space is perfect for reading a book, not for sharing with family or friends
This one strikes me as pretencious. Also, I think the orginal layout was better, it just needed a bit more of character through decoration. You don't always have to try to reinvent the wheel.
That frequently happens when we want to be "original" for every price... The original layout was less "original" perhaps, but definitely way more functional. I agree with your points.
A textbook case of how to throw a ton of money at something, and make it worse than it was when you started. It's quite a feat to make almost 600sq ft look like half that size.
Seriously!! 😭 parents have a full sized bed but the kids are sleeping on the floor. They could have easily designed the platform (higher if needed) to accommodate a roll-out bed
@@dorthy1666 I thought the same, the hallway gets so narrow there and then there's the chairs taking up the whole width of it? If someone was sitting there, you could barely squeeze past. It's a pinch point and not functional
Honestly love how the designers were able to execute the demands of the owner even if it is not practical or conventional. It’s controversial for sure but they delivered in prioritizing the arts and view of the balcony/window. I honestly am amazed how they were able to make the layout look like a contemporary art in inself. Truly a brilliant work.
I really like the colours and tonal palette they used in this. So dramatic and unique. I also thought the cleverly placed mirrors really widened the space. View was the star of the show.
This apartment looks amazing, exactly the opposite of what I would do design and build. It feels cold, and dark and has a lot of wasted space. Not for a home but perfect for a hotel room.
The whole space screams "no guests please". If i had the money to build a place where i can be uninterrupted by unwanted guests while admiring my art collection, i would definitely use this as a reference. My introvertness is screaming in joy watching this.
@@domtorres779 I don't think NTS's philosophy is to have only one small place. It just has to do with what you can achieve maximally, design-wise, with the limited space you have. There are people with another home somewhere else that is as big or even bigger than their primary residence.
Does anybody else find 'mimicking the shrine's materials' and then specifically designing the bath so you can sit and look at the shrine naked incredibly disturbing? It's a war memorial!
I actually don’t understand this one at all. My apartment is exactly the same size in area, with only windows at one end like this apartment. Yet my kitchen has so much more storage than theirs, twice as much countertop preparation space plus a dining area. My bedroom is actually closed-off & private with direct natural light. I also have a separate closed-off private room for guests, a full size home-office, a reading room, a more spacious bathroom, and more wardrobes, and much more storage space. And I have enough lounge seating to sit five people.
That’s weird that you could fit so many full size rooms into 600 sq feet. I live in a 750 sq foot apartment with very little storage, two small bedrooms, a cramped bathroom, a smallish but reasonable size sitting room /dining room, a very small galley kitchen and that’s it. There is an annoying and unnecessary hallway but I’d have to move walls to get rid of that.
yeah, I lived in a 50sqm apartment with my family (mom, dad, sister and me) and it have 2 bedrooms, dining table, living room with comfy sofa with 4 seats, full size kitchen, laundry room, and a bathroom. I would like to see more 50sqm homes for a family on NTS, cuz this size only for one person (or a couple) is actually not small, specially in big cities nowadays
This is a gorgeous space. However, I am slowly getting turned off of this RUclips channel because too many of these small homes are luxury designs that are almost certainly unaffordable to the majority of people who can only think of purchasing a small home in the first place. This episode feels to me like a small home version of Architectural Digest. I might have missed or misunderstood the mission statement of this channel somewhere along the line but I thought part of the small space movement was to make such homes affordable. Good design does not conflict with affordability. My apologies if I misunderstood.
While watching this episode, I kept doing maths in my head and just couldn’t figure out why the owners didn’t choose to sell the apartment and buy another one that already comes with a fresher and trendier interior in the CBD or Southbank area instead… With the architect’s commission, cost of demolition and building, not to mention fancy materials and custom construction of furniture and fittings, renovating a small apartment in an area that’s more known for traffic jams and office buildings than lifestyle just doesn’t make much sense. Not to mention there aren’t even any supermarkets nearby in that part of St Kilda Rd, nor is it easy to get onto or off of the freeway for those who travel frequently. I guess the owners must be from interstate and don’t know a lot about Melbourne other than its basic geography, and they equate close distance with convenience like most tourists :)
I like Alexandra Gater's channel, most of her early videos are about making tiny studio apartments more comfortable and functional, and some of the transformations are pretty impressive.
I think the architects have brilliantly responded to the client's brief. They had to incorporate different kind of art works in a small, functioning yet conceptual living space, and I feel they've done that spectacularly well. Great concept, and great creativity for all involved.
Love the materials, the use of different shades of natural wood, the way the light hits the space, and the connection to nature with the large window wall. I also enjoy the projector for viewing. Beautiful work!
Don't like the change at all, less practicality with the limited space, the cardboard bedroom door looks ugly,as does the marble type bench top. I would have much preferred a slight chance to the original layout,with a slightly darker colour scheme,i would only keep the black toilet!
Black Toilets only belong in crappy old truck stops, not in peoples homes. Although I do like the dark moody bathroom other than the toilet (and maybe the little art alcove as well). Otherwise this place is not my cup of tea, and is a really bad use of nearly 600 sqft.
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I like the look of this, but the near-complete lack of doors and floor-to-ceiling walls means there's no internal sound-proofing whatsoever, and everyone will know at all times what the other is doing. Also, the lack of concern for visiting children's privacy and comfort is astounding.
Looks kinda nice, but It was far more functional before, all I can think about is the moisture from the bathroom and how that's right next to the bed and then a cardboard screen thats bound to go mouldy/rip. The kitchen also feels more claustrophobic, as a bachelor pad Its kind of ok but as a couple, let alone a couple and a child I think you'd hate spending more than a night there.
Exactly, a couple can't even sit here together unless it's the bed or the bathtub. Also not a single decent table to sit and eat/ work at. I say this because who in their right mind would sit on those tiny bar stools looking at a wall when you have massive floor to celing windows on the other side, such a waste.
@@blindsoldier No. It was a normal appartment and now it is special and luxury. In a big city like Melbourne, they will find this one wealthy person with special taste.
@@blindsoldier and there are many many of those kinds of people in Melbourne! I wouldn't design it this way but absolutely they will not have difficulty selling it lol
There is a reason why living spaces have been always square... its the best way to optimise space and not lose living space when separating environments...
I don't agree at all, that's things that make them happy not you. If they want to be surrounded by that it's their home, their choice. I find it very interesting instead of everything being uniform like a it's a showroom.
I love the view. Seems like Australia always hav some sort of nice "breeze" it is nice to watch trees in wind. Also furniture choise is good, looks elegant and rich.
The darkness though comes from a lack of daylight. Only the small front end of the appartment has windows. You can't solve that problem by painting wall white.
Personally, I think this is a beautiful space. This apartment is a retreat and not for daily living. The architects did a wonderful job creating a space for the clients' needs.
I love the use of color, and the art work display is genius. Lighting the kick board in the kitchen is a great idea. The architects’ philosophy at the end is appreciated. Thanks!
What a cool design for the owners’ part-time city lifestyle. I love how the zones are so different from each other, but integrated into the spirit of the design. Why not have what makes you happy in a small space? That bathroom is just amazing. Love the unconventional design.
Not gonna lie, I like the floor plan of the original apartment much better which feels more open with the kitchen by the windows (huge plus for me). I really don't like the new slanted long narrow hallway pointing to the wall as you walk in. I mean who put the kitchen in the entry hallway? lol. The one thing I do love about the new apartment is the tall windows that provide a great view to the trees and cityscape including the shrine . They could've done just that one update, plus creating access to the bathroom from the hallway without going through the bedroom, and the apartment would be great.
"They are not within your ownership but they are there for your enjoyment." Wow, pure WOW. That's such a perspective, it makes me appreciate things around me from a completely different angle.
I just came back home from a few days of work away from family, in a normal hotel. The experience is always disappointing, lonely, and not very relaxing at all. I see this man’s apartment for him to retreat after I assume hard and long hours of work, for many days from his family and I think it’s paradise. It is his own luxury suite. With the added bonus that the family can come over to spend some days from time to time. I don’t understand most of the criticism unless you have not thought properly about its intended use. And that it is mainly designed for a man alone. Who can afford it. I wish I could, so enjoy it Sir!
The guests (no more than 2 !) can sit on the little chairs adjacent to the kitchen....Not exactly a p)lace to entertain...yet it look beautiful (volumes, textures, color combo !
I loved the bathroom with the window to the view of the park hidden behind the bed. That would be serene to soak in the Japanese tub whilst looking out to that view
Lovely, warm, zen space and perfect for what it is intended: a reprieve. I really like how they rearranged the space to take advantage of the view from all angles. And I love the modern look with creative flairs throughout. An interesting and beautiful space that I would love to hang in.
Okay let's look at this from the lens of how the space is used (work and retreat) and be constructive. Work: There is no ergonomic place to work. There's also no easy way to hide all work stuff away when you're ready to relax, like if it was built into a closed storage space. Retreat: The bedroom is open to the rest of the apartment which is not great for light and sound. They've managed the light somewhat with curtains and a paper wall; still not great for a place meant for retreat. The sound is a huge issue, sound from the work area, sound from the kitchen, sound from the bathroom, the tops of the rooms are open. There should have been a consideration for a tucked away bedroom. The living space is quite disjointed, with six chairs but a no place to sit together like a sofa; it looks like it was made to sit still and look outside but for how long? I could go on about no multi-purpose space or furnishing, and how bad the furnishing and finishings are (definitely a subjective point but the space looks cheap and dated), how angling the the corridor makes the kitchen less usable (see 4:29, the end of the hallway is so tight), etc. The bathroom space and the cabinet space in the entry are much more successful, and the use of mirror definitely make the space feel much larger.
I like the overall look of the space. I live in a flat with a narrow entryway and I absolutely hate it. I don't know why anyone would make their entryway and kitchen narrower on purpose other than to maybe improve the structure of the place.
i don't care if i lose some of the original space i love the design, the color palette, decor everything. geez so hard to choose a favorite from NTS! the soaking tub gimme
Love this guy Ben. I can remember one of your very first videos that got me into the channel was one of his properties with a bronzed mirror. The absolute dogs, so good.
I like it, it kinda has a zen feeling. I understand that they wanted the owner to look more at the outdoors due to the large windows, this is why the room is dark. But somehow it also reminds me what Garth from Wayne's World would say; _"You see this apartment? It's a chick magnet."_ cos they brought down the walls of the bedroom to increase the space, which brings up the question of privacy. But hey the owner isn't there during the day anyway.
Love what they did to the space. It's definitely not a style that most people can appreciate. I absolutely love the darkness of the aesthetic. I dislike bright white light and love soft, diffused light bc of my anxiety. I love how everything is kind of oriented towards the view outside as well. For all the people who are criticising the lack of privacy for guests staying over, it's all about how often you would entertain. If I only have the occasional guest, why would I design a space that I mainly use for their comfort?
This is a gorgeous space. This episode feels to me like a small home version of Architectural Digest. I might have missed or misunderstood the mission statement of this channel somewhere along the line but I thought part of the small space movement was to make such homes affordable.
beautiful home even if it were lived in normally. Great function and would work well in situation where office towers turned into homes. It manages well in a small space without feeling small. well done :)
I don’t know why people don’t like this house this much, although it might not be practical to live, it still serves it’s purpose quite well and it’s aesthetically amazing. I liked it.👍
At that location, with the busy tram services and a major underground train station coming up soon, the traffic will only get more congested over time. And if you can see the shrine of remembrance in an almost level viewpoint, your apartment is close to the ground and already much noisier than most. With all that in mind, it makes sense that the owners want to create as much tranquility as possible. And given the standard shoe box shape and the inflexible placement of plumbing pipes, the new design is a huge improvement on the original layout. Although, this bold artistic style, notwithstanding all the quality materials and finishes used in the project, has definitely made the apartment difficult to sell in the future (precisely because it is now so unique, only people with similar tastes will be drawn to it), and the owners had better been briefed on the certain devaluation of their property prior to digging deep into their pockets.
Changing the wall colours would create different atmospheres. A lot of white with primary colours inspired by Mondrian would give it an edgy, extrovert feel. Soft greens and browns with pink or coral tones would soften the angular feel for a cosy retreat. Applying the deepening of colour towards the back, as done here, would emphasise that. The folding cardboard wall could be replaced by a double curtain. That helps sound and also gives opportunity for different colours/designs for each side. A sofa bed instead of the second chair by the mirrored wall would be more sociable.
Love the Architects summation at the end. We can all learn to live with less, like this couple who only have the two homes. So brave of them. It is attitudes like theirs that will help the housing crisis in Australia.
And teach your kids to live with less, like: if you come over you sleep on a doggie mat😂
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In Australia only? Too selfish stand ... just like the architects of this dark monument!!
Well, they’re right. The 99% will have to live with less, so rich people can live in unnecessary luxury. Capitalism, am I raight?!
only two homes... that we know of
The best way to explain this apartment is that it's not for day to day living, but a getaway place for owners with the money to indulge in certain fancies.
"As a place to read."
It's their money and their choice, looks cool. People blow money on much sillier items than apartments
@@pattttyyyy it goes against the whole point of this channel though. The architects even said that you don't have to have so much and share stuff. Kind of ironic to me.
"to indulge in certain fancies" is my new mantra. Thank you.
Well, he's there all during the work-week and sometimes his wife and maybe kids come for weekend. Not sure what the issue is? Envious of the soaking tub. Cardboard wall is unique. TFS
might be the first one ever on NTS that the original layout appears to be way more functional. At least the result is very expensive looking, if that's what they were going for.
Agree! I’d take the original layout in a heartbeat!
I agree, space distribution of the original layout was more functional and if you really wanted to look a the garden from the bed you still could. I feel the darker color scheme makes feel the space more narrow and concentrate all the attention to the garden view like if you are in a cave and you are projected to go outside... Not really my thing but finishes are beautiful
The kitchen is claustropic, also bedroom, sliding door is flimsy, I far prefer original layout
I agree. Original layout was way better for a family . Could have move the bathroom. Then use the space for a second bedroom. Separate shower, toilet and laundry, should have been place where the desk and laundry is.
Exactly my thoughts!
"We tought it would be fun to rotate everything slightly so it would add a new dynamic to the plan" Brother what
It's not fun but it's funny. Wtf is that plan lol
This house is great if you arent into comfort, dont cook, dont eat, never have guests, but need to be able to take a bath and a shower at the same time!
Lol great summary
This comment is gold!! 🤣
Normally the content here is a deep personal connection to a small space to make the best of it.
A beacon of optimism for times when housing is stupidly expensive.
This isn't that.
This is just a rich person's second house that they go to on occasion and had some people who went to art school go to town on it.
Thank you. I feel like this episode goes very much against the main philosophy of NTS. We are not getting clever architectural solutions for living amaller and more mindful but a well off couple flexing their wealth and lifestyle.
Grim is the word that was coming to mind, "art school" nails it. Couldn't finish, I was scared lol
@@per3947 I guess the platform NTS can provide both types of content, right?
Yeah, being able to afford an apartment on St Kilda Road that close to the city, let alone as a second home...
Tell em babs 8:50
the design speaks clearly: no really bed for guests, no walls up to the ceiling, no sofa for chatting/sharing with family and friends... You don't need to tell people they're not welcome; they understand it perfectly watching the space
What part of 55 sq meters and "family space" didn't you hear?
don't want guest or family duh
Not even a table to eat together. I don't judge it as bad or good, I'm just saying that DESIGN IS ELOQUENT. It's what I like about it, how your design decisions speaks by themselves. The space is perfect for reading a book, not for sharing with family or friends
@@alfredomirallesbenit I got the same impression. I love the cardboard divisor by MOLO design.
The element of privacy for the bedroom is as great as the guest bed for the children 😂
😂😂😂
Approximately so, lmao.
I couldn’t believe when they pulled out that little sleeping mat for the kids LOL like what?? And the cardboard element for “privacy” 😂
This one strikes me as pretencious. Also, I think the orginal layout was better, it just needed a bit more of character through decoration. You don't always have to try to reinvent the wheel.
That frequently happens when we want to be "original" for every price...
The original layout was less "original" perhaps, but definitely way more functional.
I agree with your points.
A textbook case of how to throw a ton of money at something, and make it worse than it was when you started. It's quite a feat to make almost 600sq ft look like half that size.
yes!!!!!!!
The kids “guest bed” tho 😭
Lmao seriously, why even mention that? Might as well have an inflatable mattress.
@@IamnotJokicAnd one with a slow leak at that! 😉
They probably wanted to highlight the storage space, but why not make it larger to be more functional? The platform bed has room to be raised imo
Seriously!! 😭 parents have a full sized bed but the kids are sleeping on the floor. They could have easily designed the platform (higher if needed) to accommodate a roll-out bed
@@facisseJreminds me of those parents that live in trailers that have huge beds and the kids sleep In shelves
I’m sorry but the two chairs by the kitchen just look sad 😂
And blocking the flow of movement for some reason.
@@dorthy1666 I thought the same, the hallway gets so narrow there and then there's the chairs taking up the whole width of it? If someone was sitting there, you could barely squeeze past. It's a pinch point and not functional
kitchen in general looks awful AF
Yes and their placement leaves only a 6 inch gap to squeeze through?
Totally agree
Honestly love how the designers were able to execute the demands of the owner even if it is not practical or conventional. It’s controversial for sure but they delivered in prioritizing the arts and view of the balcony/window. I honestly am amazed how they were able to make the layout look like a contemporary art in inself. Truly a brilliant work.
I really like the colours and tonal palette they used in this. So dramatic and unique. I also thought the cleverly placed mirrors really widened the space. View was the star of the show.
Honestly, the initial layout looks better and more spacious, but I guess the homeowner wanted something else.
I agree with you.... but I guess the homeowner just have alot of money to burn?🤔
@@antonsitepu Yes, but it's their money to do what they want with it.
This apartment looks amazing, exactly the opposite of what I would do design and build. It feels cold, and dark and has a lot of wasted space. Not for a home but perfect for a hotel room.
That collapsible cardboard wall is heinous
I love it but looks kinda cumbersome to use though.
I think it looks okay now, but fiddly to use, and how's it gonna look in five years time?
The least practical thing ever
My cats will love it.
I know right!
It's obviously an Airbnb, pure gentrification.
The whole space screams "no guests please". If i had the money to build a place where i can be uninterrupted by unwanted guests while admiring my art collection, i would definitely use this as a reference. My introvertness is screaming in joy watching this.
It is a place to get away from day-to-day life - it says so at the start.
@@MTMF.london I think that veers away from NTS's philosophy then. Living in a small space is easy when you have another home somewhere else.
@@domtorres779 I don't think NTS's philosophy is to have only one small place. It just has to do with what you can achieve maximally, design-wise, with the limited space you have. There are people with another home somewhere else that is as big or even bigger than their primary residence.
Does anybody else find 'mimicking the shrine's materials' and then specifically designing the bath so you can sit and look at the shrine naked incredibly disturbing?
It's a war memorial!
Brilliantly to the point!
I actually don’t understand this one at all.
My apartment is exactly the same size in area, with only windows at one end like this apartment. Yet my kitchen has so much more storage than theirs, twice as much countertop preparation space plus a dining area. My bedroom is actually closed-off & private with direct natural light. I also have a separate closed-off private room for guests, a full size home-office, a reading room, a more spacious bathroom, and more wardrobes, and much more storage space. And I have enough lounge seating to sit five people.
To be fair I have no idea how all of that fits in a place this small 😁😁😁 but hey, congrats :)
That why you should be interviewed for NTS not theirs haha.
That’s weird that you could fit so many full size rooms into 600 sq feet. I live in a 750 sq foot apartment with very little storage, two small bedrooms, a cramped bathroom, a smallish but reasonable size sitting room /dining room, a very small galley kitchen and that’s it. There is an annoying and unnecessary hallway but I’d have to move walls to get rid of that.
The bathroom here is really big, but you don't realize that because of dark colours
yeah, I lived in a 50sqm apartment with my family (mom, dad, sister and me) and it have 2 bedrooms, dining table, living room with comfy sofa with 4 seats, full size kitchen, laundry room, and a bathroom.
I would like to see more 50sqm homes for a family on NTS, cuz this size only for one person (or a couple) is actually not small, specially in big cities nowadays
I'm the only one who has seen the "hangers" on the ceiling above the bed?
I think that could explain what they use the apartment for.
Exercise?
😂😂 good catch, I don't think the "sleeping mat" is for the kids either.
Lol that explains so much. Not much of a cave, more of a dungeon
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This is a gorgeous space. However, I am slowly getting turned off of this RUclips channel because too many of these small homes are luxury designs that are almost certainly unaffordable to the majority of people who can only think of purchasing a small home in the first place. This episode feels to me like a small home version of Architectural Digest. I might have missed or misunderstood the mission statement of this channel somewhere along the line but I thought part of the small space movement was to make such homes affordable. Good design does not conflict with affordability. My apologies if I misunderstood.
While watching this episode, I kept doing maths in my head and just couldn’t figure out why the owners didn’t choose to sell the apartment and buy another one that already comes with a fresher and trendier interior in the CBD or Southbank area instead… With the architect’s commission, cost of demolition and building, not to mention fancy materials and custom construction of furniture and fittings, renovating a small apartment in an area that’s more known for traffic jams and office buildings than lifestyle just doesn’t make much sense. Not to mention there aren’t even any supermarkets nearby in that part of St Kilda Rd, nor is it easy to get onto or off of the freeway for those who travel frequently. I guess the owners must be from interstate and don’t know a lot about Melbourne other than its basic geography, and they equate close distance with convenience like most tourists :)
I like Alexandra Gater's channel, most of her early videos are about making tiny studio apartments more comfortable and functional, and some of the transformations are pretty impressive.
I think the architects have brilliantly responded to the client's brief. They had to incorporate different kind of art works in a small, functioning yet conceptual living space, and I feel they've done that spectacularly well. Great concept, and great creativity for all involved.
Gorgeous space! Love it, especially that bathroom!
Love the materials, the use of different shades of natural wood, the way the light hits the space, and the connection to nature with the large window wall. I also enjoy the projector for viewing. Beautiful work!
Don't like the change at all, less practicality with the limited space, the cardboard bedroom door looks ugly,as does the marble type bench top. I would have much preferred a slight chance to the original layout,with a slightly darker colour scheme,i would only keep the black toilet!
Funny, the black toilet is the one thing I would remove 😂
Black Toilets only belong in crappy old truck stops, not in peoples homes. Although I do like the dark moody bathroom other than the toilet (and maybe the little art alcove as well). Otherwise this place is not my cup of tea, and is a really bad use of nearly 600 sqft.
At least the toilet can be accessed without going through the bedroom
I love that you found something positive from this. 🤗
Yeah that was the only change to layout I thought improved it, being able to access the bathroom without having to go through the bedroom.
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I like the look of this, but the near-complete lack of doors and floor-to-ceiling walls means there's no internal sound-proofing whatsoever, and everyone will know at all times what the other is doing. Also, the lack of concern for visiting children's privacy and comfort is astounding.
Looks kinda nice, but It was far more functional before, all I can think about is the moisture from the bathroom and how that's right next to the bed and then a cardboard screen thats bound to go mouldy/rip. The kitchen also feels more claustrophobic, as a bachelor pad Its kind of ok but as a couple, let alone a couple and a child I think you'd hate spending more than a night there.
Exactly, I get the philosophy behind no walls but at least give the bathroom walls!
Exactly, a couple can't even sit here together unless it's the bed or the bathtub. Also not a single decent table to sit and eat/ work at. I say this because who in their right mind would sit on those tiny bar stools looking at a wall when you have massive floor to celing windows on the other side, such a waste.
One should be so lucky, such a beautiful space just to read a book.
I'm so sorry, but I loved the original design ALOT MORE 😅
@@blindsoldier No. It was a normal appartment and now it is special and luxury. In a big city like Melbourne, they will find this one wealthy person with special taste.
@@blindsoldier this will sell easy in melbourne
@@blindsoldier this one would sell easier as it’s not the cookie cutter. Especially in Melbourne
@@blindsoldier and there are many many of those kinds of people in Melbourne! I wouldn't design it this way but absolutely they will not have difficulty selling it lol
me too 😅
I love the design, it’s different, fresh, moody and cool!
There is a reason why living spaces have been always square... its the best way to optimise space and not lose living space when separating environments...
Not necessarily so, but much, much, much easier to build and outfit. Also simpler for legal and regulatory reasons. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Exactly, conventional layouts in small apartments are conventional for a reason
this must be the worst episode of never too small, I have never seen so many beautiful pieces and things brought together in such a horrible way
The chairs in the kitchen. 👀
I don't agree at all, that's things that make them happy not you. If they want to be surrounded by that it's their home, their choice. I find it very interesting instead of everything being uniform like a it's a showroom.
Well. Too dark
Together with those high-waisted 501s...
It's a "Bathing suite" ! 😂😄😆🤭🤣
The thing I appreciate about this space is that it's not bland...
Exactly what the client wanted.
A cave to retreat into.
Best layouts are dark bedrooms with progressive brighter rooms to the outdoors. 😊😊😊😊
I love the view. Seems like Australia always hav some sort of nice "breeze" it is nice to watch trees in wind. Also furniture choise is good, looks elegant and rich.
when before makes more sense than after
100% agree
Lovely project...
I love this. So perfectly tailored and custom. I love the mix of luxe and small living!!
Primer departamento que veo que estaba mejor antes. Increíble como lo masacraron.
Too dark, no flow, too weird looking
The darkness though comes from a lack of daylight. Only the small front end of the appartment has windows. You can't solve that problem by painting wall white.
Personally, I think this is a beautiful space. This apartment is a retreat and not for daily living. The architects did a wonderful job creating a space for the clients' needs.
so money can't buy taste, but it can get you a few really beautiful individual pieces that you can just jam into a space
I love the use of color, and the art work display is genius. Lighting the kick board in the kitchen is a great idea. The architects’ philosophy at the end is appreciated. Thanks!
Stylish and super cosy
I love the dark walls. proof that color is expansive and warm
I think this is the first time I’ve preferred the before.
How can you clean around the tub? And although the cardboard wall is decorative, I find it will not last long…
That's the maid's problem 😅😅
It's the living room bathtub guy!
The bathroom was very nice, I like how they turned a corridor into the kitchen, each space feels quite big. Its great for one person.
What a cool design for the owners’ part-time city lifestyle. I love how the zones are so different from each other, but integrated into the spirit of the design. Why not have what makes you happy in a small space? That bathroom is just amazing. Love the unconventional design.
Think this one is all over the place... The price of that Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair is the same as the down payment for my first home.
What a great performance! better before than after.Anyways, rich people have to spend their money.
Not gonna lie, I like the floor plan of the original apartment much better which feels more open with the kitchen by the windows (huge plus for me). I really don't like the new slanted long narrow hallway pointing to the wall as you walk in. I mean who put the kitchen in the entry hallway? lol. The one thing I do love about the new apartment is the tall windows that provide a great view to the trees and cityscape including the shrine . They could've done just that one update, plus creating access to the bathroom from the hallway without going through the bedroom, and the apartment would be great.
Love this darker cosier space, and the unique angles, most of all the space seems to perfectly meet the needs of the client.
I think this is beautiful and luxurious. It demonstrates high end finishes are worth it in a smaller space. Very adventurous.
"They are not within your ownership but they are there for your enjoyment." Wow, pure WOW. That's such a perspective, it makes me appreciate things around me from a completely different angle.
Love the clair-obscur! This apartment looks very enveloping
Gorgeous space!
I just came back home from a few days of work away from family, in a normal hotel. The experience is always disappointing, lonely, and not very relaxing at all.
I see this man’s apartment for him to retreat after I assume hard and long hours of work, for many days from his family and I think it’s paradise.
It is his own luxury suite.
With the added bonus that the family can come over to spend some days from time to time.
I don’t understand most of the criticism unless you have not thought properly about its intended use.
And that it is mainly designed for a man alone. Who can afford it.
I wish I could, so enjoy it Sir!
Amazing use of material!
The guests (no more than 2 !) can sit on the little chairs adjacent to the kitchen....Not exactly a p)lace to entertain...yet it look beautiful (volumes, textures, color combo !
I loved the bathroom with the window to the view of the park hidden behind the bed. That would be serene to soak in the Japanese tub whilst looking out to that view
Lovely, warm, zen space and perfect for what it is intended: a reprieve. I really like how they rearranged the space to take advantage of the view from all angles. And I love the modern look with creative flairs throughout. An interesting and beautiful space that I would love to hang in.
Okay let's look at this from the lens of how the space is used (work and retreat) and be constructive.
Work: There is no ergonomic place to work. There's also no easy way to hide all work stuff away when you're ready to relax, like if it was built into a closed storage space.
Retreat: The bedroom is open to the rest of the apartment which is not great for light and sound. They've managed the light somewhat with curtains and a paper wall; still not great for a place meant for retreat. The sound is a huge issue, sound from the work area, sound from the kitchen, sound from the bathroom, the tops of the rooms are open. There should have been a consideration for a tucked away bedroom. The living space is quite disjointed, with six chairs but a no place to sit together like a sofa; it looks like it was made to sit still and look outside but for how long?
I could go on about no multi-purpose space or furnishing, and how bad the furnishing and finishings are (definitely a subjective point but the space looks cheap and dated), how angling the the corridor makes the kitchen less usable (see 4:29, the end of the hallway is so tight), etc.
The bathroom space and the cabinet space in the entry are much more successful, and the use of mirror definitely make the space feel much larger.
I like the overall look of the space. I live in a flat with a narrow entryway and I absolutely hate it. I don't know why anyone would make their entryway and kitchen narrower on purpose other than to maybe improve the structure of the place.
The ceiling height certainly helps keep it from feeling to small.
Liked it better as it was
i don't care if i lose some of the original space i love the design, the color palette, decor everything. geez so hard to choose a favorite from NTS! the soaking tub gimme
This is lovely 😍
I really love the giant accordian they brought into the space! Very chic!
Great view of a cool part of Melbourne! 😎✌️
It looks darker than it was originally
is that an issue? I think it is very luminous and has a lot of character
Sensational location!
Love this guy Ben. I can remember one of your very first videos that got me into the channel was one of his properties with a bronzed mirror. The absolute dogs, so good.
I like it, it kinda has a zen feeling. I understand that they wanted the owner to look more at the outdoors due to the large windows, this is why the room is dark.
But somehow it also reminds me what Garth from Wayne's World would say; _"You see this apartment? It's a chick magnet."_ cos they brought down the walls of the bedroom to increase the space, which brings up the question of privacy.
But hey the owner isn't there during the day anyway.
It's GORGEOUS 😍 ❤ A luxury tree house 🏡
I would run out of there Forrest Gump style
At least buy Japanese futons for your kids, as space optimal and way more comfortable!
The salon is like a room from a terapist
Love what they did to the space. It's definitely not a style that most people can appreciate. I absolutely love the darkness of the aesthetic. I dislike bright white light and love soft, diffused light bc of my anxiety. I love how everything is kind of oriented towards the view outside as well.
For all the people who are criticising the lack of privacy for guests staying over, it's all about how often you would entertain. If I only have the occasional guest, why would I design a space that I mainly use for their comfort?
A master class! Wow
Lovely colours!
This is a gorgeous space. This episode feels to me like a small home version of Architectural Digest. I might have missed or misunderstood the mission statement of this channel somewhere along the line but I thought part of the small space movement was to make such homes affordable.
Wonderful view.
I could definitely live here. ❤
No idea what’s so appealing about the original cookie cutter design . This is one stylish transformation !
beautiful home even if it were lived in normally. Great function and would work well in situation where office towers turned into homes. It manages well in a small space without feeling small. well done :)
Fantastik!
I don’t know why people don’t like this house this much, although it might not be practical to live, it still serves it’s purpose quite well and it’s aesthetically amazing. I liked it.👍
love the space and enjoy that you included the Canadian brand Molo designs with its paper room divider.
A great point you made at the end...and this is a small but cool space.
At that location, with the busy tram services and a major underground train station coming up soon, the traffic will only get more congested over time. And if you can see the shrine of remembrance in an almost level viewpoint, your apartment is close to the ground and already much noisier than most. With all that in mind, it makes sense that the owners want to create as much tranquility as possible. And given the standard shoe box shape and the inflexible placement of plumbing pipes, the new design is a huge improvement on the original layout. Although, this bold artistic style, notwithstanding all the quality materials and finishes used in the project, has definitely made the apartment difficult to sell in the future (precisely because it is now so unique, only people with similar tastes will be drawn to it), and the owners had better been briefed on the certain devaluation of their property prior to digging deep into their pockets.
Changing the wall colours would create different atmospheres. A lot of white with primary colours inspired by Mondrian would give it an edgy, extrovert feel. Soft greens and browns with pink or coral tones would soften the angular feel for a cosy retreat. Applying the deepening of colour towards the back, as done here, would emphasise that. The folding cardboard wall could be replaced by a double curtain. That helps sound and also gives opportunity for different colours/designs for each side. A sofa bed instead of the second chair by the mirrored wall would be more sociable.
Very indulgent, in design and purpose.
Perfect way to describe this
At tree top level is a great feeling. 😊
There is so much to like.
The kitchen is a serious GEM. I also love the windows and the bathroom is pretty nice as long as you are not the one cleaning it.