365 sq ft studio apartment makeover with *the most* challenging layout
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2024
- Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. New videos every Saturday! Today I'm making over a tiny studio apartment with the most challenging layout ever! I know so many of you who watch my channel live in spaces with challenging layouts so I hope this helps you re-imagine your tiny space and give you some inspo!
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I would love to see you guys do a “Where Are They Now” video of past studio/apartment makeovers you’ve done. Just to see what people have kept, changed, moved around etc. because everyone lives differently so it would be interesting to see what hacks, tips etc remained or what just didn’t end up working for people!
I'd love that too! In the Christmas video, Carla and James both discussed the things they'd tweaked after their makeovers.
That’s a really good idea, actually
Yessssss! : )
Yessss! 🤩
Such a great idea
Graham was seriously such an incredible addition to team AG he’s killing it literally every makeover
I agree 1000%. I am a big fan Alexandra and he is a genius.
He Definitely is a key role in the videos, plus he's real easy on the eyes too 👀
The whole team is 💯!
Agreed...
yes!!
I couldn't imagine living in that tiny place with no windows, only a door to a bleak balcony, but I kept watching. It's the kind of apartment that makes me mad at property developers because it's so ridiculously poorly planned. I'm amazed by what you did with it! Graham is my favorite sidekick!!
I wanted them to put a mirror on the left wall of that balcony to see if it would reflect daylight into the room
I had the same reaction. I'm fortunate as an adult I have a nice 2 bdr condo. I feel so sorry for all these young people cramped in boxes because of the utter greed in this world of property owners.
The team did a phenomenal job on this space though. 🔥🥳
She bought/rented it
I can't imagine why an architect designed such a stupid shaped bedsit. Why put the kitchen units all along one wall, so basically the kitchen has a bed in it. Freaky!
This makeover is unbelievably AWESOME. It looks like a home now, not just a big ole space. Who wouldn’t love it. You and your team are very special and so, so talented.
The living room area is really nice
My jaw straight-up dropped when they revealed the space. My mind is blown to smithereens!! Is this even the same apartment?? 🤯
Another phenomenal makeover by Team AG. ❤️
C'ooon, it looks almost the same
As much as I like your coffee table ( so stinking cute!) I also love the idea of a convertible coffee table that lifts to provide a dining table or a desk or any other thing she might need a table for.
Great point!
Great job all together. So, so cozy and cute.
I agree with the tables idea.
I don't have a coffee table myself due to space but now I will.
Awesome job AG team
I have one of those in my little studio Apt instead of a dining table and desk and coffee table, it's truly 3-in-1.
I also bought a set of apolstered dining chairs as my accent seating to go with my little sofa, and I keep tv trays in my closet should I have 4 of us eating in here ever.
I love how the comment section for every video is literally abt how amazing Graham is.
Graham is a freaking boss at the DIYs. I could never actually DIY like him but it’s amazing to see someone who is able to create something with their own hands.
It's doubled in size! It's beautiful! I would NEVER have thought that someone could turn this weird little triangular catastrophe of a room into such a stunning studio apartment! A lot of exclamation marks! And every single one of them so well deserved! A triumph!
Longtime viewer, but never comment. However just can't keep my thoughts to myself on this one! Hands down my favourite makeover yet! Definitely serves as inspo to help people appreciate their awkward layouts rather than viewing them as an obstacle to overcome. The space looks absolutely incredible. Love love love.
This turned out really amazing. For her dining area, it would have been cool to take that large black and white moon picture and make a drop down table where she could have foldable stools.
Or a small bistro set on the balcony.
@@susanstimson871Yes! I was a little bummed a small table/seating wasn’t added out there to make full use of the space.
Or if possible build a table behind the couch with stools
@Jenna Spain I mean, that wasn't part of the space in the makeover? She can put whatever she wants out there in the future
Sí, se echa de menos una mesa
I am a little late to the party but as a person who watches too many design shows, you have an incredible eye. I was stumped, totally, at this tiny studio and you made it fabulous. I, of course (lol), think I have good design instincts but have come to the conclusion, anyone can add beauty to a large space, budget not a concern -- but what you do, is a gift.
This is a genius makeover! The "after" is stunning and I'm amazed you were able to give her "rooms" in her tiny space. Just brilliant Team AG! And I'll say it again, Graham is an absolute treasure, never let him go!
This is one of your best makeovers.. it’s a very odd shaped apartment and now it works. I’ll just use the Ikea fold out table on the balcony and have my meals there when the weather permits. 😊
It’s amazing 😀
Agree on all points, and I hope they kept the IKEA fold down table too.
I’d cry too 😭 that’s so lovely and will make a huge impact. I live in a 95 year old hunting cabin in the woods that has a small bedroom walled off but with no door lol. My 20 year old son has that room. I live in the studio cabin space. We rearranged a few months ago and it made a huge difference in how I felt about my home and even in my health as I sleep better and am happier in my current position.
Kudos to graham-he makes DIYing stuff so, so effortless and easy!
When I saw that apartment, with the triangle side, I couldn't envision a way to make it functional. But you made it not only functional, but BEAUTIFUL! This might be my favorite one yet. Good job Team AG!
Agreed!
Right?!
Absolutely brilliant!
THIS IS INCREDIBLE!!! one of your best & most impactful makeovers to date!!
I know right....this is fantastic! She showed it's possible to live in space that's totally jacked. What a fantastic and stylish home. Made it totallly possible! Wow!!
I agree... This is my favourite one so far...
Y'all nailed it! Congrats 👏
This is hands down my favourite makeover ever!! I was looking at that space being like "what can they reasonably do with this??" and then my mind was BLOWN 🤯 You've brought simplicity, creativity and fun to the space in such an amazing way!
The color combinations are exquisite, and make the space look calm and serene. The room divider is perfect for the space. I love Graham's contributions to the decor. Alexandra, your redo is very inspiring and the ideas can be used for any space.
That foldup coffee table is so useful.
I'm planning to try making one when I move in the New Year. I have a few ideas to paint it up like a coffee bean 😏
As someone who isn't normally a fan of dividers either, I am floored by how much this one absolutely and effortlessly transformed the space. It literally makes it feel like she has a bedroom. Dividers tend to make rooms feel smaller or darker, but this one isn't cumbersome at all! Props to Graham for the stellar (and stylish!) work!
I think a beaded curtain would have been a better choice so it wouldn't be a toe stubbing, head bonking hazard in the middle of the night. Plus, it would give more room to bend down when making the bed.
@@nancyrukavena6992I’m sorry but what? You bonk your head and toes on walls? Really?
@@LANDE33 Sure is possible to bonk your head or stub a toe on that room divider. Not much clearance between it and the bed although the camera man did a pretty good job not showing it for too long. Plus bending down to change the sheets would be nearly impossible. Just saying a beaded curtain would have the same effect, but be safer because you could pass right through it.
i guarantee that Bonnie is probably everyone's favorite coworker, great at her job, and the most thoughtful friend--which make her inept first try at furniture layout even more endearing. The world needs more Bonnies
You’re so right - and now I wish I had Bonnie as either a coworker or neighbour! Though if she’d only been there for literally 2 weeks she was still doing GREAT - I’ve lived in my flat for nearly 3 years now, which is embarrassing considering how much of a disaster it is! I admittedly had a global pandemic and lockdowns to deal with basically 2-3 months (not weeks!) after I’d moved in and had just about recovered from the ordeal of buying a home with numerous schemes and mountains of paperwork and just the exhaustion from having to move after 10 years of being in the same place, and I’ve totally got mentally stuck with the clutter I have and the lack of thoughtful planning based on what I just had to deal with at the time… but I’m also in London and therefore preeeeetty far out of Team AG’s catchment area for rescue, not to mention too embarrassed at the current disaster zone to have it be on “TV”! And I’m not as thoroughly adorable as Bonnie 😍
We want more tiny weird spaces! This was so good.
I don't rent or live in a small space but I LOVE watching you design these tiny places. Your ideas are ingenious and it looks amazingly great - stylish, functional, chic, and adorable!
This is incredible!!! This small space that is not like a square, actually quite the opposite... and you and your team did it again! I loved it so much!!!
A 2 person dining table and cozy small chairs on the deck would give her an eating space.
Beautiful makeover Alexandra and team!
Remember that this is Toronto and half the year outdoor dining is definitely off the cards!
With a big fake fur coat might work!!@@user-ed7et3pb4o
I absolutely agree that a dinning space is absolutely necessary. Even if its a tiny table that folds flat to the wall and 2 stackable chairs.
@@user-ed7et3pb4o sure but even 6 months its worth it to have the option. I grew up in Chicago i know all about cold weather and unpredictable weather.
The couch is the dining space for many of us.
THIS IS MY FAVOURITE FAVOURITE tiny studio makeover that I have ever seen. I loved everything and your discretion with the accent wall, the repositioning of the bed, the lighting, art, and the most beautiful dividing concept that is so simple, yet so appropriate for the space. I will rewatch this so many times. Thank you for so many inspo points!
this was so beautiful and so functional. Graham is a genius the way he figures out how to make these pieces, the folding coffee table, the room divider.
Also thot she could use that coffee table as an ironing board. Using that wicker basket to camouflage the modem was inspired! I loved the earthy color choices for the couch and bed and the beautiful textures for the pillows. I wished you'd carried the living space out onto the balcony with some kind of swing, bean bag chair a side table, a shade sale for color and a few plants
OMG this has got to be the best make over you have ever done, you have really upped your game like anything. Congratulations to the entire team!
Thank you for adding proper subtitles. So much better than the auto-generated ones.
Bonnie’s reaction is priceless. This is the second time watching this episode and I hope she has made herself at home. She seems so deserving of a nice cheerful space to live in and call her own. Best of luck Bonnie.
I definitely would've extended the room divider. I also would've attached some sort of gauzy linen to the back to really give the extra needed privacy to the bedroom area.
As someone who lives in a studio, I really don't need privacy as I'm in here alone, and if someone is visiting, I don't need my bedroom to be closed off, visually. I'd prefer to keep my tiny space feeling open, so for me, that divider they created is perfect! You never have bedroom privacy in a studio, anyway, nor do you need it living alone.
I never comment….but I have to say, “this makeover is absolutely beautiful. 😍😍😍”
Stunning! You took an awkward space, gave it purpose, and made it look amazing. You always knock it out of the park, Alexandra.
The bedroom area looks fantastic! What's missing for me is a place to dine with at least two people, if not with flexibility for four. Love the colour choices.
Yeah, in an ideal universe there would be a table that transformed in height as well as folded up. (I’ve seen some transforming tables that go from coffee table to dining height.$ But you know, I think I’d I were the renter, I’d have been ok trading my kitchen table for the couch and coffee table combo. Floating the couch in the middle of the room was unexpected but perfect.
Its crazy to see how just changing the layout of the furniture really changes the space. You added a full on sofa and the space looks bigger! It's like magic!
Having watched you from the beginning to now, I want to say that you have grown so much! Your style has evolved in a fantastic way. You clearly are willing to take bigger risks, which shows how much you trust yourself. You're doing great!!
8 minutes in and I'm like:
1: Love Studiofixes!
2: Alexandra that dark orange 🍊 is your color 😊
3: How sweet of her to leave snacks 😉
Wow... The room divider just really makes the place more cosy and home by giving the sleep area and living area such defined feel to them. I also loved your choice of the rug thickness and texture. It really brought up the feel of the living area.
A real carpenter. Low-hanging art. The generous heart and talent of Alexandra. A wonderful team. Genius! and so fun, and I'm learning stuff.
Love the way you changed “OMG what the heck?” into 3 beautiful, distinctive zones. The mini accent wall with paint and the divider - great lessons for small spaces!
LOVE LOVE LOVE this! And I also love that you think ahead and show solutions that can work in other spaces. You’re so talented! I do wish the IKEA dining table could have been incorporated. It’s just so much more comfortable for eating than a coffee table.
Yeah, below the TV would have been great since it can be folded
I would do a little bistro set in the balcony which would be an absolute mood and wouldn't mess up the layout they've created.
@ love that idea but a lifting coffee table could have provided a dining space and extra storage space. But all in all a stunning makeover.
@ I would as well. Only usable for part of the year though.
@@jacquiheywood3142 Ohh true -- I live in a tropical climate so I forget to keep season changes in mind.
This was FANTASTIC! Not only did you give her a cozy living space that’s colourful and a dream to hangout in, you managed to transform that awkward triangle into a bedroom that somehow looks spacious. Top notch design!
I am shocked at this reveal. With such a bizarre, wonky shape to a studio, I thought for sure it was a mistake to keep the bed. It takes up a lot of room and I thought going with a daybed or something like that would be smarter. Nope, AG and team for the win! The coffee table is ingenious and the divider is just stunning. Graham is a keeper!
I love how you hung art outside of the painted area. The art wall is precious! Great makeover!!! So good!!!! You're so good!
Might be my favorite gallery wall ever
The way that you guys can literally transform any space into something both beautiful and functional every time is so unreal.
Even for that very small square footage layout studio, the makeover was fabulous!
He is a genius in his craftsmanship.
AG you hit this one out of the ball park, gorgeous, stunning, elegant. The view of the layout as you enter the apartment is truly fantastic, well done Team AG!
The wall divider is amazing!! This whole design is great, the space was such a hard layout
THESE HOMES JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER. Thank you so much for following your passions and taking us along for the ride
The refiguring of the bedroom, with the wood slat partition, was genius.
I luvvv this series as a self proclaimed interior decorater myself I can't get enough! I also like how this is so realistic! Let's normalize small spaces especially in a big city like T.O
Beautiful transformation, and I hope she gets something to cover that couch if she ever uses the stove. Otherwise, cooking anything with oil, the couch is a goner!
Maybe hang a machine washable throw on the back of the sofa.
Alexandra this is your Craft this is your calling you did a FABULOUS job on her small condo....Luv.....It Doesn't look like your typical beige looking home
I think this was the coolest small space makeover you've done to date. Great use of space and amazing design!
This is possibly the BEST makeover I have ever seen in any space, any channel, ever. It's inpactful and gorgeous but it also actually feels doable! GREAT job!
This makeover blew my mind! It is stunning! It truly doesn't look like the same apartment. It looks more spacious, and the unique shape is actually an asset instead of a liability. Team AG - you outdid yourself! Brilliant design!
Absolutely 😍
One of my favourites transformations! Also agree with comment below that Graham is definitely a huge asset to the team! He makes wonders 🥰
I CANNOT believe how much bigger they made this space look!! So so beautiful!!
WOW. The apartment looks twice as big! Amazing how you guys turned this oddly-shaped room into something stunning!
This is one of my favorite designs you’ve done! I love how you’ve made designing tiny studios/apartments your “thing” and you do it so well and with so much pizazz
Omg… every time you say the paint color, I’m like no not that. And then you wow me! This redesign was pure magic!
Beautiful outcome! I really like the versatility of Murphy beds in small spaces, but this works too!
My only reservation is that she lost her dinner table. Maybe a high-low coffee table that converts into a dining table would have been a better choice.
Even though I live in a two bedroom apartment, I just love seeing you make-over studios. The possibilities are endless and so clever 🤍
Me too! I live in a very nice 3 bedroom double wide mobile home in Southern California, and I watch studio apartment makeovers for fun. Love Alexandra. This was a difficult one because of the shape of this strange little condo.
@@maryannkom299 Yes I have so much respect for people whom have to live in a studio. I couldn’t do it, having my bed next to my kitchen would drive me nuts 😅
Wow, this is one of the best AND most realistically achievable small-space makeovers I've ever seen. And it vibed with Bonnie, which is key.
Dang, this is my favorite makeover. Gorgeous colors and thoughtful touches. The orientation of the bed and sofa is too good and the divider is insane. I wish I could experience watching this for the first time again because damn, this was a good one. I’m always rooting for weird room shapes. Congrats to Bonnie
LOVING Graham's addition to team AG! He's such a treasure and insanely talented. But ngl missing Xico a teeny tiny bit too...... Hoping his hand is better!!
This is so good, the condo needs to take use this as their model unit to showcase that it's possible to have a nice layout with this floorplan. SO beautiful 😍
This is one of my favourite episodes, cannot believe how the space was transformed!
I just want to say - I've been watching your videos for YEARS and this is hands down my favorite one. Keep it coming!
I really like the reorganisation of the room. This was well done.
Very gorgeous and impressive!!! You and your team did a phenomenal transformation on Bonnie's apartment. I'm so happy for her! Graham is so excellent at creating his DIY's as well. I love the table and room divider too. And I love and really enjoy your videos. Great tips you have!💐
Graham is not only handsome but a genius 🤩. He is so good at what he does!
Once again a huge successful design I learned so much from this one! I think you missed an opportunity to make the space seem even bigger by styling the balcony. A small rug, mirror to reflect more light into both spaces, plants, reading chair, solar lights etc……… I would love an update if the client does it herself 😄 Brilliant episode!
This is one of the best reveals (in my opinion). Awkward shaped spaces can seem like a hassle but THIS is great! And Graham is clearly coming out with his own furniture line!
Oh, I've been trying to make photos of my home, and although it is beautiful and organized, the photos were a mess. So I'm sending your cameramen my HUGE respect!
I think this might be my favorite one of these that U Guys did ,it's amazing and looks like a regular little apartment with separate rooms ,and it's beautiful and functional, it's really adorable for such a adorable person , Congratulations Bonnie ❤️
It's really impressive what you were able to do with that awkwardly shaped space. It looks way better than what I imagined. Nicely done
I didn’t think it was possible, but each new makeover becomes a new favorite. The design choices not only look fabulous, but they’re so functional! I can’t believe how well you all did maximizing such an oddly shaped space. I also love all the attention to detail from steaming the bedding, having crisp paint lines, and all the cord management solutions!
Knowing your team's talent, I was sure you would do a great job. But the end result seemed like I watched a miracle happen. Way beyond great & all the way to spectacular. Do not stop the magic ✨✨✨✨
Everyone deserves a Graham in her/his life !!!!
I'm always here for your room transformations... this one is pretty epic! Furniture placement is always such a pain in the rear but it makes all the difference in the world.
the amount of floorplans I have for my furnitures and my space isn't even big, for real it's a pain
Kudos to Graham for his hard work!
Hi Alexandre, I’m writing to you all the way from Turkey. You’re the tooth fairy of interior design world. Your sprinkle of magic can transform places like no one can ever imagine, including mine. I wish you nothing but the best!💕
I’ve watched this TWICE!!!❤❤❤
my jaw drops everytime I watch one of these. beautiful.
I truly can’t believe how how great this turned out. One of my all-time favorites.
This makeover was one of the more difficult ones you have tackled! It did seem impossible to do much with the layout, but you did it. The painted art/ tv wall and room divider made such a huge impact! You always amaze me! ✨️
This is hands down one of the most brilliant designs you've shown on your channel. In fact, this is the 2nd time I've watched this video because I enjoyed it so much the 1st time. I always love your videos about turning an awkward, challenging space into something that looks like something someone would have chosen on purpose if they'd had your vision, as opposed to just trying to make the best of a bad or weird situation. Thanks!
The room divider was such a good idea.... I think it would brighten the room up a bit more if it were a cream color, but that's just my opinion. Great job, everyone! : )
Aw Bonnie’s reaction is so precious! The space looks so much bigger, unbelievable!
I absolutely LOVE the finished space. I wasn't sure how it was going to look since it was such an awkward shape but Team AG to the rescue. Amazing!
In my opinion...best makeover you've ever done!
Alexandra, I've been following you FOR YEARS. I have to say that this studio apartment transformation is AMAZING! It's a whole new apartment! Incredible makeover. Love the room divider, and the color palett.
Omg. This makeover is incredible?? Team AG should be SO proud!
Wow, that turned out awesome! Love the furniture layout in such an awkward space. So much more efficient and attractive.👍🏻
She needs a Murphy bed or even a loft/platformed bed. I think she wants the light in her workspace. Great Job AG!
That pink suit you wear is perfect for working. Love it
That’s the best one yet ! Graham is such a creative person , he’s a great addition to the team 👏🏻👏🏻
Wow, y’all worked actual miracles in such an awkwardly shaped space! I love what you came up with! The mini accent wall and the room divider are awesome! I am definitely going to make one of those folding leg coffee tables now