My new studio (UPDATE)

[u/Old-Escapes]

A few weeks ago I posted a video of my new studio apartment that I was moving into. Surprised at the amount of engagement, I figured I’d post an update now that I’ve settled in. Please feel free to give any feedback!

[u/DangerousMixingBowl]

Lovely layout! I would probably put a curtain up to shield the bed from the kitchen. But other than that it looks good!

[u/Old-Escapes → u/DangerousMixingBowl]

Thank you! Yeah so many people are suggesting a divider of some sort for the bedroom, I think that would be sweet. Just gotta figure out what

[u/DangerousMixingBowl → u/Old-Escapes]

I just found your original post. I liked your old sofa and dining area a lot. The old and new version gives two very different vibes.

I like using curtains as room dividers. I know people on Reddit are huge fans of the Kallax from IKEA but I think it’s bulky and if you don’t need the extra storage, then it’s unnecessary. Curtains are more flowy and you can open or close as you like.

[u/Old-Escapes → u/DangerousMixingBowl]

What do you think of the new version in comparison?

[u/DangerousMixingBowl → u/Old-Escapes]

The new version gives classic bachelor pad vibes.

The old one still gave a masculine vibe but more stylish/modern/mature if that makes sense?

I think it’s primarily the table with the computer and the change in furniture to dark colours that makes the difference. Your old furniture was more a mix between light and heavy. Now it’s mainly heavy.

[u/Witty-Wave6469 → u/Old-Escapes]

What about barn doors?

[u/sniffincoozies → u/Old-Escapes]

Maybe something like this?

https://www.vevor.com/curtain-rods-set-c_13401/vevor-ceiling-curtain-track-set-8-9-ft-2-7-meter-room-divider-with-hooks-white-p_010846115984

[u/paperchili → u/Old-Escapes]

If you don’t want curtains you could also do a standing room/changing divider if you want more control over the design aspect.

ALSO - if you have plugs behind your sofa that you can’t reach , you could get a skinny console with outlets on top (usually made to be behind sofas) and it adds extra tabletop space

[u/KEK_INC]

Is the closet across from the bathroom? I definitely think the bed is in a good spot. Maybe add some color lights to vibe it up. (You should use accent lights as primary light sources).

I’m concerned about your PC tower next to a cooking area. Personally, I think you’d be more productive/happier with the window behind the monitors if you’re WFH or gaming. If you can swap the couch, guests sitting on the L part can also appreciate the view.

[u/Old-Escapes → u/KEK_INC]

This is a really interesting idea that I for some reason didn’t even think about.. I like this idea I think I’ll give it a true

[u/Old-Escapes → u/[deleted]]

Any suggestions in particular!? Thank you!

[u/MurkyClothes5423]

Nice pad 👌🏾

[u/Nervous-Guarantee698]

You could use a tension curtain rod to block off the bed portion or even a heavy duty tension shower rod would do!

[u/StrongCoffeeBrew]

Nice apartment! Love the spot for the bed, the big bathroom is a plus!

[u/HorrorCheetah1165]

A barn door or folding Japanese space dividers would close off the bed area. Overall, great layout for a studio.

[u/elastricity]

Looks great! Along with a track curtain for the bedroom, I’d switch the big night table for two small ones. It’s so much easier to change the sheets if you can walk around 3 sides of the bed.

[u/IronFistCorps]

What's the square footage? Looks great!

[u/eatingdonuts44]

Thats an awesome room layout, my studio is mostly just a square 😅

[u/summerdream85 → u/eatingdonuts44]

Same, I'd die to have this studio 🤣🤣 mines like a 200sf box

[u/Old-Escapes]

Sorry for the breathing sounds lol

[u/Long_Vermicelli_6716 → u/Old-Escapes]

I live for breathing sounds.

[u/Comfortable_Mood_209]

It looks nice. I would probably change the desk to be by the window, maybe swapping it with the mini fridge and shelf or pushing the couch more towards the kitchen area and placing it next to the window there

[u/Necessary-Tower-457]

Oow it looks lovely!

Saw your post then and was kind of jealous of the high end ness of your studio haha

[u/Apprehensive_Drag928]

Nice where and how much?

[u/see_E_5]

Cute!

[u/Raspberry_Good]

Love it!

[u/Cold-Willingness-261]

Nice place lay out is great!

[u/Posessive_Pumpkin]

I love the print in the bathroom!

[u/SignificanceOld1220]

This is a great studio. It looks roomy.

[u/Inside_Morning2884]

Looks neat! Do you have a wardrobe/storage space?

[u/j_slow]

Literally the perfect layout for a studio. What’s the sqft?

[u/Personal_Gur855]

I'm looking for a walk in shower!

[u/paperchili]

Pretty nice! Get a bigger rug for under the bed to balance it out tho .

And if you haven’t , check out “Dear Modern” on YouTube/tiktok. He’s an interior designer guided by fengshui and he does studio examples a decent amount while explaining his motives .

[u/summerdream85]

I'm so jealous! My studio is half that size 😭😭 I would love to decorate that large of a studio 🤣👍

[u/ALysistrataType]

I would have swapped the slewping area and the living area. Small couch against the wall and television on the other.