550 Sq. Ft. NYC "Swiss Army Apartment"

Hey All! I wanted to share with you this lovely Chelsea apartment. It's the beautiful, 550 square foot home of Rosa and Robert Garneau. The functionality and versatility of their space is maxed out to its fullest potential. Since they both work from home they had no choice but to make their apartment work for them and did so by creating privacy with sliding walls.

Nearly every wall in the Garneau's loft opens up to reveal a hidden function; cabinets, a bed and a home office. They even added hydraulics legs to their multi-purpose kitchen island (also used for work) so that it can be lowered for dining! I can't forget to mention that there is storage everywhere - under the sofa and even behind the wall in the bathroom where they house their hidden laundry hamper.

This space is amazing and an example of a small space done to perfection! Check out the video to see a full documentation of this Swiss Army Knife Apartment.

   

Photo Source: Dwell

The Perfect Small Entryway

Hello Small Space Dwellers! It's great to be back from the long weekend. My gears have been turning for the past week on what to do to freshen up my entryway. When I first bought my place the entryway was the basic all white everything. I couldn't help but jazz it up with a painted door, extra moulding, wall mounted organizer (for mail and my keys), large scale art, and a sexy chair.This got me thinking of the elements that make the perfect small entryway.

In most small spaces the entryway is the last area that gets decorated, although one of the most important places. The entrance marks the transition from the outside world to our private quarters. Realize it or not it is the place where we pause for the briefest of moments to reflect as we shed the layers (and cares) of the public life before entering our home. So making the entryway both functional and beautiful is quite important!

There are 4 fundamental elements that should be in every small entryway:

1. The Landing Strip - A place for keys, mail and various items you unload as you enter your space.
2. Mirror - For the quick glance as you are headed out the door.
3. Storage - No explanation needed...lol
4. Accents - Your entryway is the first this that is seen as people enter your home, It should be a reflection of you and what wonders are in store in the rest of your home!

Try it! These are all quick additions make make so much of a difference! Be sure to shares. I always love hearing from you!

Picture Sources: Fifi Cheek, The Home Made Home, The Everygirl

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OHHSIT! on Love this Valentine

Valentine's Day always gets me in the nostalgic mood with thoughts of the loved ones. I figure since the day is about love why not have a custom piece of furniture made to commemorate it?

This chair from OHHSIT! stopped me dead in my internet surfing tracks. The designer, Britten Goetz, made the chair for her daughter as a way to keep her connected with her grandmother and great-grand mother who recently passed away.

What can I say except this is an absolutely brilliant idea and such a great way to personalize furniture. This is one of those pieces that I'm sure will be passed down from generation to generation paying homage to her loved one for years to come. Check the other custom designs and her beautiful work of art on OHHSIT!

Source: OHHSIT!

Valentine's Day Glamour Lounge

This small space pick of the week is a bit of a Valentine's Special. This 750 sq. ft. Madrid apartment has magnificent fabrics, and tons of visual impact. It's different, but that's what I love about it. The dusty purple sofa exudes charm and fills the room with sophistication and femininity. They've opened up the space with a gigantic mirror in the dining room and emphasized the hight ceilings with floor to ceiling fabric panels.

I usually don't gravitate toward whimsical designs, but maybe I'm just feeling the Valentine love in the air. Walk with me through this small glamour lounge.

P.S. The handles on the backs of the dining chairs a detail that is so kissable. It's all in the little details.

Source: MiCasa

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Weekend in Halifax...

Happy Monday All! After the week off, I am refreshed and inspired from my short trip. I decided, on the spur of a moment, to head off to Halifax for my birthday. I had never been before and am so glad that I went. The city is quaint and absolutely stunning. The building are beautiful and the architecture is rich as though filled with stories.

I had a lovely host; MaryBeth, a friend that I met by chance last summer. We explored places like Victoria Park, Peggy's Cove and visited a little antique shop, Rural Routes, in what seemed to be the middle of nowhere.

I got snowed in and my plane home got cancelled TWICE, but I can't complain about being stuck in such a gorgeous place. Definitely a city worth visiting. Here are timbits of my weekend away.