COMPLETELY REDOING MY NYC STUDIO APARTMENT (again)

i am renovating my nyc studio apartment (again) by completely redoing and changing the layout and ...suprise destroying my bed. remember the DIY ikea bed from last fall? it is no more. join me as i bravely use power tools, take apart my bed, get rid of furniture, build a new bed frame and change the entire way my apartment looks.
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[@janeb2958]

Your poor cat must be exhausted - he had SO much inspecting and supervising to do throughout this process! 😹🐾🐾🐾

[@DutchessSarahJ]

Might I suggest looking into decluttering? You have a lot of stuff. That contributed to me always rearranging and being kind of manic and anxious in my space. I feel so much more relaxed now that everything has a place and things that were taking up space are gone. 👍🏽

[@reginahill8804]

Just a suggestion: You could also get bed risers that will lift your bed up a little bit and give you more storage underneath.

[@emmakiley5996]

Looks so good! I think if you could get rid of one more piece of furniture you would feel a lot better!

[@nickyfinn7909]

It is so nice of Bennett to allow you to be featured in his vlogs. I am generally pro high bed because I am a New Yorker and I have one and I couldn’t give up the storage underneath, but your place really does look so much brighter and lighter without it. Great job!

[@Ann-cx3dd]

My two cents: * I'd put a little space between the foot of the bed & the couch to create a small walk space ( if you get tired of walking around things ). * I'd put your reading chair next to the window ( instead of the mirror ) to create a sunny reading nook..... also a great place to journal, talk on the phone, flip through a magazine, etc. Be really good in the winter when you are really needing more time with light. * I'd try to either combine or get rid of one of the dressers ( the smaller one ). Or, get rid of both and get a dresser from Ikea that is tall, but has lots of drawers - - that way you are using vertical space and will free up floor space. * I'd also put up a more substantial shade or curtain next to the bed for more privacy ( & nice when you want to sleep in ). You never know who might be trying to look in from across the bldgs - - I always lived alone, so know how that feels to need to create privacy from neighbors ). * These are just some fun suggestions...... it's your space & do what makes you the HAPPIEST! : ) : ) : )

[@haleywiley7750]

The key is less furniture and less stuff. Go a little more minimal. High shelves, if you must.

[@emilyseifriz4601]

I also live in a studio apartment and while I could definitely see the utility of the Ikea bed I definitely agree with your decision to change it! It really opens up the space more. Plus re-doing your apartment is a way to make your place feel new and exciting without having to move. I've been in the same studio for three years! You learn over time what works better for the space.

[@suzydolan6723]

Have you tried reversing or flipping the way you use the room? Have you tried the bed on the wall to the right of the fireplace . creating your bedroom there. Turning the couch around with the back of it facing the fireplace floating as you have it now in the middle of the room. Now you have some open space in front of the fireplace. Maybe a small round table and 4 chairs could be place there for eating and working on. Cute round rug under the table. Putting your TV on one of your white dressers facing the couch (and now your bed too)…..you now have ALL that wall space to use. Still using bookcases all around your dresser that now has the tv on it . creating a bridge with a long shelf connecting the two bookcases together that are on either side of the dresser with the tv on it. Now you have a place ( that bridging shelf) for interesting stuff like maybe a huge cool looking ceramic vessel with tall tree branches in it. Could put mini lights in the branches for a nice nighttime glow. Now again with the bookcases, there’s a home for your stuff such as your printer etc.your piano closest to the window on that same wall with all your pictures GROUPED together over the piano going up as high with them as the bookcases to create a gallery . You getting the vision I’m trying to create? 😊

[@MPDsQT1]

Very nice!!! Would luv to see what Alexandra Gater could do with your space

[@julieden1820]

Yes. This ❤

[@angelaschmidl7806]

Alexis, I agree with the person that said to put the cube unit on top of the long dresser, against the wall and you'll have more floor space. Also if you like to move things around a lot, get some furniture sliders, you can get them at most stores, they make it so much easier to move furniture. You just slip them under the furniture corners, legs, and just push it across the floor. There are ones for carpet and ones for plain floors. Also with the boxes you put on top of the closet, get some type of peel and stick wall papers and put it on the end of the containers, it could be a "picture" type thing.

[@heatburg]

I love your helper, Bennett. What a good boy.

[@debracox9277]

Omg. I started watching you when you built this bed. That's what got me hooked. 😂

[@kittyreincat]

My favorite thing to do is to rearrange my furniture and my favorite things to watch are redecorating and rearranging the logs. Can’t wait until I finish work and can enjoy.

[@teresaleatherwood1565]

One of the things I love to do is rearrange my furniture and as a military wife I have had to work with all kinds of spaces. You did a beautiful job and this is not a “but” but remember to use your vertical space. Thinking outside the box, in your next refresh try stacking the unit with the cubbies on top of your long dresser, preferably with them along the wall. Place some nonskid padding between the two furniture pieces, I have used the nonskid rug pads before, this will keep them from moving and scratching each other. You gain floor space and get major height dimensions from this setup. Can’t wait till the next time

[@charoraimondogarcia]

Yesss, it will bring a lot of dimension

[@Ann-cx3dd]

Great ideas!

[@deborahthatsme]

I liked the idea of the platform bed for space and storage - though you should have access to the dressers from the right side and end of the bed - so you could have the headboard on the wall it is now - though agree it should be lower profile dressers they would have worked better and then it would not have blocked your window and been to high - also you could have had a smaller side table beside the window. Am loving all the light! Bennet will adjust as cats don’t like change. Either way I am really glad you laid the last of xxxx to rest. The point is also for you to love your space ❤ and ofc girls can do anything and as Natalee from designed to the nines channel says “you are more powerful than you know” ❤🎉😊

[@christinelilly1340]

Do you absolutely NEED the wooden shelf with the books on it?? Otherwise I really like what you’ve done with the space. Also, what about an area rug under the couch?!!! That would cozy it up even more ❤

[@carolynboykin-fyelifeinreview]

I WAS SO GLAD TO SEE THAT YOU WERE DOING THIS. I CARE ABOUT YOUR BED SITUATION AND THE BIGGEST CARE I HAD WAS THAT YOU WERE BLOCKING THE WINDOW. Thanks for changing it. Thank you.

[@msaadali6951]

❤ very you Dooley w

[@alirae7148]

From an interior design professional: get rid of the reading chair, hang the weird black frames on the wall (the higher up you decorate the taller and more open a space looks) Sell both of the bar stools. Move the longest dresser to the side of the bed closest to the front door, and the shorter one on the other side (will allow for more walking space when you enter). Declutter declutter!!!

[@rebekah7671]

Interesting that no one asked for your opinion on someone else's room.

[@nancyh1990]

If we were to listen to every self-proclaimed interior design professional, we would have nothing in our homes 😅

[@susanparsons9365]

Alexis needs this advice.

[@valarya]

This is fantastic advice!!

[@stefaniaq8166]

Genius

[@AngelaMaryMagick13]

4:35 Stopping to say you look and sound so clear, gorgeous and SUCCESSFUL! Very supportive vibes flowing to you from California. Getting the last stuff out from the ex during the summer is brilliant. Alexis hunny this is us watching you fly!ing high 👏 👏 👏ok back to the vlog (proud of you!!)

[@areebasbops]

awww I liked the high bed! It had so much storage! But also, Bennetttttt. Loved seeing his little shenanigans. But also, love that you feel more confident and taking on more solo challenges. You got this, girl!

[@hokusai41]

The space looks far more useable and much bigger without the giant bed. I've found in my tiny one bedroom that having a single curtain panel over the kitchen entry ups the cozy factor a ton, and for you I think it might even make your filming angles better. And, you could try the stool beside the couch as a side table/plant stand maybe? Thanks for the inspiration!

[@paincreatesfame]

I was definitely team bed but this new bed frame is sooo an improvement

[@jordanmack5351]

I loved the practicality of the other bed but hated the look. Your room feels so much more functional now and feels like you have so much more light and space!

[@meer6581]

Thank god! I hated that bed and the table too.

[@GabriellePanetti]

Love that dark golden brownish blanket on your bed! Instead of so many wide dressers, maybe go for a taller dresser so it takes up less floor space but you still maintain storage? Also maybe get rid of the reading chair and buy some containers that can fit under the bed so you can have hidden storage and more open floor space

[@nina15625]

I was watching when you made the bed situation with your ex that’s when I subscribed 😂😅good for you! Making changes ❤😊🙏🏼Fresh start!

[@klouisedraws]

My other 2 cents would be to take the tv off the wall and keep it on top of your little brown and white storage cabinet on the other side of the apartment like where your bed is and then put the bed under the window where your keyboard is. I’m someone who is just obsessed with trying every possible way but I am soooo happy that you are loving your new set up. I’m totally invested lol

[@venusbucci4829]

The bed concept was a great idea for space saver, but it does take up a lot of room, taking it apart is a good idea, for storage you could do what I do.I went to target and got the white storage boxes with drawers and I store things in them, they fit under my bed and hold a lot! Just an idea! Looks great now!

[@vickiwinstead258]

You can put a plant on the barstool!! Love what you have done with your apartment!! ❤️

[@maryantonishak400]

It looks so much better the way you have it now.

[@jessssalemme]

I love a good rearrange ✨ looks so good! Inspiring me to do my own house 😅

[@lynnhurst7365]

Oh Alexis I loved the high bed, but I really love what you've done now. Your studio apartment looks bigger and well organized. Take care and have a wonderful weekend. Sending love and hugs from Rhode Island 😊

[@soupafleye]

girl i 100% get your points on this. get that refresh

[@jodielou]

Yes! I’ve wanted the bed like this since you moved in. 1000 times better

[@DGM403]

I would switch the mirror and cat tower. With the cat tower at the window, Bennett gets his high place to look out the window back.

[@denverdubois5835]

Tetris is a great metaphor LOL. I think many of us LOVE looking at the spaces of others and playing with the pieces in our minds. It's relaxing and much easier than wrangling our own spaces, because we have attachments, you know? I adore what you did! Such a better arrangement, and yes, I didn't want to say it but I hated the bed too--sayonara! And that table. Yep lol. Thank you! I know you didn't do it for us but YAY! I'm happy you love it too, that's the important part! Now here is the game. NOT advice, not an opinion, not telling you what to do, just a fun fantasy game for all us commenters: "rearrange someone else's space in your mind, for kicks!" Here is Alexis's pad, my version: 1. Coffee cart would go back in kitchen. If it wasn't shallow enough for the corner I'd get a tall shelf that fit. I'd redistribute stuff currently in corner. I'd probably add mounted shelves, fairly high up, over Bennett's food station and I'd buy a folding step stool to keep there, or nearby. I'd put a spice shelf on the end wall of the kitchen, too. I'd get rid of the barstools. 2. Beautiful full length mirror would go where the coffee cart was, so that when you're trying on clothes you can easily check out the look. Bonus: last minute outfit check as you run out the door! On the side of the closet I'd mount two or three hooks--for current fave jacket, tote bag(s), umbrella etc. 3. Comfy chair would replace cat tree, both to form a conversational group with couch, and also useful for staging clothes to try on so they don't get dropped on the floor. I'd put a floor lamp behind it to make it double up as a reading nook. 4. Cubby unit would go by desk under left front window. I think it has desk/work stuff in it anyway right? Then piano in current spot. Cool b/w framed photos/art would go on the wall above it (or maybe on the wall in the bathroom.) Cat tree might squeeze in that sequence somewhere, or it might fit by the right window (so Bennett can see/hear more activity--cats love windows after all.) Or it could go on the hearth, since he's the heart of the home. 🙂 5. Couch and coffee table stay in the standard position. 6. Bed, as you first had it, facing the fireplace, in front of the right window but leaving some room, not flush against the front wall. Smaller dresser there in the corner, facing the fireplace, becomes a nice nightstand. Maybe a cute little bedside lamp? A plant and a cat bed on the windowsill? 7. Large dresser just to the right of the door as you come in. Keep a dish there for keys and a spot for your purse so you'll never misplace them! The tall bookshelf could go between that and your bed. I might hang a soft gauzy canopy from the ceiling and drape the fabric down the sides of the bed to create a more private, romantic feel for your sleeping space. Putting a rug under/around the bed would help define and separate that space as well. I've had a horrible day and your whole vlog cheered me up immeasurably. I'm so glad you totally took back control of your space, Alexis! I hope you were amused by my imaginings. My mind feels much clearer, lol.

[@LSChestersMom]

Having lived in a 220 square feet studio apartment in NYC, was a HUGE fan of the big ole bed.... BUT I love this! Well done :) Bennett is the star. I am a super minimalist so I find less stuff saved me when I had a studio and I loved it .

[@Turtle22124]

So glad you got rid of that huge bed!! lol. your place seems so much brighter now. Love the bed facing the TV then you can watch TV in bed if you like 😊

[@Puromuro]

Love that you decided to do this!! Can’t wait to see the final result. 😊

[@megandurkee4940]

It came out wonderfully. Congratulations on doing this all yourself. Good job and you did it.

[@Kali58505]

I keep thinking, that I would create an entrance area by putting up a simple wall between the long side of the bed and the door. Just wide enough so you can move around in your entrance comfortably without seeing the bed right away as soon as you enter the room. It could be made of simple wood panels alternating with spaces in between. You could attach those panels to the back side of the ikea drawer units… you could also put up linen curtains on the right and left side of your „bedroom“ and create even more separation and structure. I LOVE challenges like that ❤

[@alirae7148]

Absolutely hated that bed, happy to see it gone!

[@marccolomayt82094]

I love your studio apartment renovation vlog, it’s so satisfying and aesthetic!!! ❤

[@pricilla2076]

"I don't know what I'm doing. Just let me live"....I NEED this on a t-shirt!!!

[@sueleeg3215]

I loved the idea of the storage bed but didn't like it in front of the window. I felt bad for you as it seemed like a pain to make. I like the room like this. Good job.

[@carolcanny4778]

Hello Alexis, I think more NY apartments should have MURPHY BEDS in them they aren’t even that expensive really !!! Have you ever thought of purchasing one ? I too agree with you about getting rid of your bed since it holds a memory attached to an ex. It’s over so it’s helpful and oh so healthy to move on especially in the bed department 🙃 You are an clever quick witted, fun amazing gal, who is very independent so admirable. Love your channel ! Keep doing what brings you joy, Take Care Sweetie 🌻🦋 PS it looks marvelous ! Good Job ! Change is good !

[@ktann]

So much better now!

[@kelseymoore4139]

I really like the arrangement now!! It's so cute and cozy!!!!!

[@Cherurei1109]

Omg! I wish you had put the frame on its side, that might have made things easier. So happy you made this change though!

[@julianemorey1372]

It looks so much better and brighter 😊

[@Seolhwaneul]

FINALLY!!! I love this arrangement SO much better. That tall bed and desk was the bane of my existence for you LOL jk

[@yoli8964]

So happy! I was Not team bed! Let the light in from the covered window! Yay! 🙂

[@addy1071]

Seeing this while in the middle of my most painful apartment move ever is giving me life. This really is the best (worst bc of weather, lmao) time time to refresh everything! It's like back-to-school season for us as adults too Edit: I also realized I never used my dining table, I always ate at my desk or coffee table anyway and just used the dining table to collect crap. After downsizing I literally don't even miss it! It also sucks to dismantle home projects after only a few months, but sometimes things just don't work out and you won't know until you try. Props to you for not staying with it just because of the time and money you invested in it!

[@carolynnicole]

I loved the bed, but I know looking at something & living with something are two totally different things. Once I heard your con list I was with you, 100%. Great job revamping your place.

[@janshaw4636]

love the new bed and change can be so good, x

[@Simplylakesha]

Love it, looks great, it’s amazing how a small space can be arranged in many different ways and look good/be functions! ❤

[@julieden1820]

So glad the bed is going x

[@mommysaver71]

I was indifferent to how your bed was before but I do believe taking it apart and starting over was a very healthy thing to do. One last thing to leave in past and move forward kinda thing. You should be very proud of yourself for doing it yourself. Everything looks great!

[@katie-osborne]

So exciting! Great video! I loved watching you re-do things ❤

[@rebekah7671]

I LOVE the new layout! ❤

[@MsSassyMT]

I love when you redo your space. It looks good this way.

[@rebeccacartier153]

I would totally center the headboard against the wall.. then you could push the sofa back and have a little division between your sleeping are and living area.. you could move the dressers down closer to the door since that table is gone.

[@danigo7126]

I am on team get rid of the high bed

[@silvanabreur]

What a great apartment change. Love it! More natural light. Well done Alexis! 👍

[@katie-osborne]

I loved this video! Watching again ❤

[@lenorebaker8158]

All I can say is YOU GO GIRL! I love this Alexis Era. You're strong, capable and a huge inspiration! Thumbs UP!

[@BethMJones]

Our daughter Heather used to suddenly rearrange her bedroom when she was still at home & it’d freak me out because I wasn’t used to it, lol. She still does this occasionally in her own home now. (And she recently moved & is still unpacking and decorating.) It does help you to get a fresh start. Organizing & Decluttering has the same feeling. I liked your high bed but wondered how you even got in it! Your apartment looks bigger & more organized now. Breathing room. Your cat will adjust. 😊 You have great friends. Welcome to your new era!

[@klouisedraws]

Watched again because I love you that much. The left side of the space looks super cozy ❤

[@peggys1439]

You should be proud of yourself! Yay!

[@_bebeboudeur_]

i love symetry so i love this make-over !

[@agnese72]

Looks so good this way 😊

[@warmbreeze43]

Proud of you. Looks amazing. Good job

[@thisblessedlife2422]

It looks soooo good!!!!

[@charlgeorgia6029]

I’m happy the bed is going

[@oliviagiles]

Impressed, you are amazing girl.

[@lanamichalski3208]

You did a great job Alexis....it's beautiful! ❤

[@ebonylewis1680]

I like the new bed. More light is coming in. Your friends are great.

[@pricilla2076]

This was fun to watch!

[@dedicated2shirley439]

Alexis I really enjoyed your video. I am the same way with changing my rooms around a lot. Good for you with starting fresh 🎉and thank you for giving me a taste of New York every week ❤

[@hillareads]

It looks so good!!

[@vanessaescobar5716]

Looks great ! 😊

[@MariMal28]

I love your new layout, it makes your apartment look very airy 😍

[@eerinoneil]

this looks great!! love the furniture switch up

[@JenniferAltman]

This setup is so good! I just rearranged my small apartment in chicago and it feels like a new place, we love change 😅💞 woohoo!

[@lynnd6669]

I’ve been enjoying your videos!

[@suzydolan6723]

I love your energy…I also love moving my furniture around .I just discovered you and I actually liked your tall bed. What I see…is a lot of wall space you could use. If you can’t go out in the room … go up…meaning “Bookcases” . I see a book case built around your front door on both sides and over the door. Only 8 inches deep…could be Ikea ones fasted together. This would allow for your stuff to have a home. I’d use as much wall space that would be pleasing to the eye as possible. maybe even tall bookcases on either side of your new bed. Go vertical! Keep up your good work. 👍🏻

[@fernandaparente1967]

Love it! Great job!

[@daileesia]

i love this because i do the exact same thing every few months!!

[@user-ui1zv8bd4y]

I always say its your sense of peace and sanctuary that is most important. I am 56 and my whole life I enjoy changing up my spaces. It keeps my mind working and allows me to be creative. Luckily my husband goes with the flow. The only spaces he says anything about is his office. And I do not go in there anyway. He even cleans it himself. Stay blessed and happy. You are a creative I can tell its hard for those who are not to get that need to change surroundings.

[@EveMarieBusiness]

Almost to that 40k mark!! Congrats 💖💖💖

[@katef1384]

Hell yes looks awesome !!!

[@cheyennegomez5849]

The way I screamed “YES” when you said you were getting rid of that table hahaha. The dressers could still be put against that wall and not take up too much space 😌 Also (this is just my opinion) the bed in the middle of the apt looks a litttle funny. I think putting it under the window isn’t a bad idea 😊

[@richardottley4611]

let the adventure BEGIN.. excited for this vlog episode.. 😁😅 hello hello everyone hope you all had an awesome week.. the weekend is here, so have some fun😅

[@patriciajean2665]

Good job! You did it and it looks fabulous! I am sorry, I missed the break up. Hope you are better than ever!

[@wenchyfoodwench4098]

I love it!

[@suelyons531]

I love it. Great job!!!! 🐈‍⬛ Bennett clearly had the best time helping. 😅

[@kiercolon792]

It looks great!

[@noradedios7639]

Good job! Looks nice and a lil more functional!

[@DianeC1975]

It looks terrific!! 👍❣️