Bed, wardrobe & washer stack in Mediterranean tiny apartment

[@thedailystoic8617]

When he closed the shutters, I thought the lighting in the living area was impressive - it changed the whole mood. This apartment has such a lovely feel to it... amazing! It doesn’t feel like you’re in the middle of a busy city... it feels like you are travelling in time!

[@luvzdogz]

I know the storage unit was meant to be the showpiece but I really love: the ceiling, exposed brick wall and the huge shuttered window!

[@denisephillips9269]

Damn some people are blessed with creative genes😁. The developer....not the idiot that likes hacking accounts. Get a life.

[@serenakoleno9338]

One of my favorite designs. I absolutely love the ceiling and brick wall. I understand why he tucked all the storage and washer in bed unit. The unit divides the space nicely without destroying the sense of overall space the way a loft bed would. If you put in a Murphy bed and closets on walls it would look like a bowling alley. His design defines three rooms. I would recommend two identical rectangular person tables in front of tv and mirror that could be joined together or end to end for larger gatherings. And kitchen doors that slide into walls. Or maybe a nice shade that rolls up. I would center the sink so you could have dirty dishes on one side and drain rack on other. Love the doors. Would enjoy living in such an historic building in a central location. It does give a tree house effect. Well done!

[@serenakoleno9338]

Parsons tables. Autocorrect, ;)

[@russellrlf]

I love these small, micro apartment videos.

[@meryl9846]

I currently live in a tiny apartment and have binge-watched a lot of these tiny apt/homes here on KZbin and this is easily in my Top 5 as far as space utilization. I personally love the placement of the bed. Having seen a lot of these straight/long studio layouts, I appreciate it when the bed does not directly look into the kitchen. It still nice to have that separation and this apt does this effectively.

[@SurferKenTV3]

I would put casters on the unit in front of the washer. Looked a bit cumbersome. Overall a very functional small space. This channel really helps the masses appreciate minimalism.Thank you Kristen and all you do.

[@shonimakamath5113]

Agree.

[@tryemc3026]

I like this layout and the ideas . The thing with micro apartment you need a high ceiling to make it work.

[@stellamaris9933]

@@tryemc3026 Totally agree!

[@benyyz]

I would moved the washer away from the end of the bed and towards the wall next to the sink to avoid a potential fall. As it is, that "false step" could be a safety issue since it isn't fixed in place, especially for guest who are not familiar with the furniture.

[@lql1094]

Or find minimalism ridiculous unless it's all you can afford. 🙄🙄🙄🙄 Also, this is poor use of space. With those high ceilings he could have easily used the vertical space.

[@peadar-o]

Having seen this, I am still amazed to see some larger apartments being advertised with shared bathroom facilities and no washing machine.

[@peadar-o]

@@pau1976 It’s mostly in older houses, or even old shops, that have been converted from single family homes into (studio) apartments, and because of profit margins, the landlords feel no incentive to invest in plumbing for each unit they rent out.

[@_w_w_]

This is renovated for the owner. If you are having apartments to rent out, how the heck do you install the plumbing and washer right under the bed? That is so customized that it would greatly restrict the flexibility for a lot of renters. In addition, you should wait until the plumbing/hoses age a bit and see how it difficult it is to service those items.

[@_w_w_]

@@pau1976 I've options to have it under the kitchen counter, in place of a large oven in places of small size.

[@peadar-o]

@@pau1976 It’s not just planning approval, which is important to ensure safe homes, but as is shown in the video, with a small space, you can plan for all the minimum required for a self-contained dwelling if you allow your imagination some leeway. The kitchen could have had a cooker & oven, but as was mentioned, the owner is an artist who also uses the place as a place to show his work, so kitchen was not at the top of his list of priorities, but a washing machine of his own was. I guess that is luxury of being the owner, as opposed to being the tenant.

[@murillontra]

I know it's usual specially for north america but it triggers me so bad the idea of having to leave my apartment to wash my clothes, dude I'm lazy af

[@shrimpgeisha]

I love how everything is so intentional, so thought out. It is minimal without sterility and really provides for a functional living space.

[@0HARE]

What an innovative use of space. I really hope that there is a balcony outside of that window. Perfect for a single person. Bravo

[@j.b.5230]

love this storage idea. Only change i'd makes putting the moveable until on some wort of wheels/casters to make for easier moving.

[@beccawildel8845]

totally agree with that idea

[@katsybo]

With locks

[@elaineubando4684]

Loved this one. So thoughtful, natural, and beautiful. His point about having the lines of the glass and the windows match up were really eye opening to me as well.

[@adaynasmile]

Its amazing how people can turn such tiny spaces into such beautiful, functional places to live and thrive.

[@scratchy996]

I lived for a while in that neighborhood, it is very nice, except for the noise. So I can understand why they needed double windows for better noise insulation.

[@eljimberinoq5518]

about how much is an apartment that size worth in Barcelona? usd? thanks

[@scratchy996]

@@eljimberinoq5518 Sorry, have no clue, I stayed there years ago, but Barcelona is huge and the neighborhood in the video is in the middle of Barcelona proper, so the prices must be very high, while the apartments are old and not so good by modern standards. You can hear everything from outside and inside the building. But you could get something cheaper, better and more modern on the outskirts of the city, in quieter neighborhoods. The city has very good public transportation, so it's easy and quick to get anywhere.

[@moonbeeps]

@@eljimberinoq5518 For a studio like that you could pay maybe 900/1000€, in USA dollars something like $1160

[@coratheexplorer1824]

Hmmm you can buy 1 bed apartment in Barcelona for around 200k euros

[@yamabiru4553]

Great explanation from the host, thank you!

[@carolz5090]

I agree. I enjoyed hearing the thought process behind the designer’s choices, and some alternate uses for the spaces he created. He has a gentle, calm voice and his English was really very good.

[@ranjithachilukuri6935]

Many brilliant ideas.I'm amazed by the way sink was hidden

[@cfm1978]

I love the design...so efficient, and full of character!!

[@lalalalaname5845]

So beautiful. Love the inclusion of original elements. Sink in a closet? Genius!

[@dagwood1327]

Loved the outro collage. I have watched your channel grow and your children spring up like weeds. You will cherish this footage when you get older.

[@hotmixxable]

I love your channel. I tune out the Whole mess of our world and relax. Thank you

[@jimmy5353]

There are so many great projects in Barcelona. Any scale! Amazing city, amazing people. I miss this place so much!

[@bonniegarber9915]

You certainly have great an informative video's! Thank you! The one thing I've noticed is these tables in most of the tiny living spaces. Why wouldn't they be space saving tables where they can be made smaller when not in use? Ones with flip up sides only take up 5 or so inches, or leave one leaf up, even. They would be so much better to work around and walk around, plus a lot of them have drawers in the center for table ware or crafts! And another handy item is the rolling kitchen cart.

[@StephanieJoRountree]

Well planned. Love the old leather couch and the bathroom sink!

[@Totallysamsays]

Talk about multifunctional! Huda did an amazing job with this small space. 👍🏾

[@girard6061]

Your videos have become one of the highlights of my week (after week). Keep up the great job!

[@workhot]

𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑘𝑜𝑜𝑟 𝑖𝑠 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑔

[@shraddhawaigaonkar9983]

I am beyond amazed at how well they did it. Amazing.

[@Roy-gj1ph]

Very beautiful. So much light and air.

[@angelchr1253]

The only "missing" thing from this apartment is stove. Overall, nice design!

[@anaalves3658]

That's what I was thinking! Where do you cook anything? Not even a microwave to heat up food.🤦

[@MrsCarol]

Generally, people eat out. There’s a place to eat every other building. It’s a cultural thing.

[@Pamela-jr3ht]

In the description it says the stove is under the kitchen counter next to the fridge which they did not show on air. Sad bc I wanted to see the stove too.

[@lalalalaname5845]

There's probably a hot plate somewhere. Not uncommon in Europe.

[@hilmir]

I actually hv a similar set up in my kitchen. my cooker is an induction device, it is from ikea. I plug it in when I need it and put it away when Im done. for smaller things, I have a small toaster oven. I have an aversion to things occupying real estate when it is not used, so my bed is hidden as well. a bed or a stove is beautiful when in use, but when it is not, I would rather not have to look at it, or having it take up space.

[@tubetheyou]

This is a work of art. Plus, functional too. The modular design is incredible. The ceiling, wall, little spaces here and there that serve as mini cabinets and drawers are 😳! Just at loss for words. This is nitpicking but accessing that washing machine is quite inconvenient. But i can live with it. Props to the team that made this happen!

[@kallasusort2986]

Attractive, made of wood, and dual purpose furniture/storage Love, Love, Love it. Thank you for sharing - we need more of this

[@rubberbiscuit99]

Such great ideas and execution. What a delightful home.

[@binneybrush]

More small apartments please!

[@defier74]

I love the atmosphere of this place when you close the shutters. Very cosy place.

[@maddcrz]

I love this design!!

[@sinebheag4685]

That's a really amazing design. I could live there

[@milomilo55]

Since I like to cook - a lot - it would be hell for me.

[@MamtaNarang]

What a lovely house with a big heart :))))

[@jduvieusart]

"Lazy door", love the name!

[@mihiec]

Yes! Hahha

[@Maya-pm4et]

I also liked the part when he was talking about the kitchen. "We put that piece here, so if you leave the kitchen in a mess, the apartment will still feel comfortable" 😅

[@MoniqueSinha]

Such a great use of space! Very functional. Makes it look much bigger than it is

[@peri3818]

I love the idea of putting a big art canvas in front of the bed. Great for company and for you. I’m happiest surrounded by art.

[@SargenSmee]

Wow it's an amazing apartment. Having the extra glass doors really cut out the noise too.

[@karenknowles1537]

Love this place.

[@tristanlee6538]

I like Yuda here for designing a nice spacious space. Except I feel if you like to cook then the kitchen is small but then again it's all space. This guy so chill talking about it design

[@eLLBdotmusic]

The french door window is absolutely stunning!

[@carolynbostic5784]

Love this new video. The innovative sneakiness of finding space for all the amenities a modern person needs is so cool.

[@doritkaplitzer2236]

I love the multi functionality of many areas... it's a beatiful design beyond it. Pure functional Art

[@margaretlittle6800]

The bed arrangement is genius, I could live there

[@Anyula]

Hermoso. Todos los detalles pensados para alcanzar la máxima funcionalidad posible en un espacio reducido. Me encanta

[@gunpaoli3389]

I loved it. It look fantastic, has literally everything and more, so spacious and a lot of storage space. Fantastic.

[@SaintPetersburgLifeandDreams]

Wow, this is really an outstanding planning of the space! I also feel nostalgic seeing pictures of the streets around. When I studied in Barcelona, I was living near that area.

[@suzylaevens4924]

What a beautiful build for a tiny room. The space is very well thought out and great use of the old features in an updated modern space. Functual and extremely tasteful. It has it all. :)

[@JJ-di6ws]

the original doors and windows are beautiful. the space is well designed. i love the hidden kitchen. not sure why every other apartment has a big kitchen that takes up space as this would function really well. i am always on the look out for new innovation regarding kitchen appliances that can be packed away and so doing away with the traditional stove and oven on display all the time. i am a chef and designer but as with most people eat out a lot. love the placement of the coffee machine as well. it is more a lounge item than kitchen.

[@bethaniejify]

What a beautiful design.

[@hilmir]

some things I love, the height/volume of the space makes it feel so cosy. as mentioned, it feels like a safe treehouse, with everything one might need. the only nitpick is the 10 - 15cm protrusion of the bed build from the entranceway. it would have been so beautiful if it was flushed to the wall, so you have full light pouring in instead of the visual obstruction.

[@valstack9116]

The storage is so clever.

[@uqonsoul]

Why am I loving this unit so much? It is imperfect tho but still

[@kmm2442]

I love how the little tiles are circled in the bigger tiles to mark where people sit, it makes it feel special and cosy. Maybe like people have gathered there a lot and the grass is worn. Compare that to big grey tiles, which have a place but... .

[@itsserhioball]

Smart-constructed and comfortable space for living and enjoying your being. Thanks for inspiration.

[@sheilagravely5621]

That is a gorgeous apt.

[@kimburke575]

Perfect for city living, especially once COVID-19 has been eradicated & it’s it safe to utilise the eateries & bars of the neighbourhood once again. 👏

[@susiwakeman4271]

Fabulous, love it, especially the floor near the settee and those amazing balcony doors x thank you xx

[@lovingmayberry2000]

Love this apartment! Could definitely be happy there.

[@mrheart5488]

I like the apt but i cant stop staring at him... Love indeed 😍

[@barrez9307]

The male Spaniards' beauty is underappreciated. The Latin lover used to be very popular. I hope we return to that soon. Hollywood needs more Antonio Banderas and Daniel Gonzalez sexiness ( go drool at Gwen Stefani's "We're Cool" video now.) Nice apartment btw very clever design and great host.

[@whisperywind8768]

Absolutely beautiful!!

[@colortura]

Clever way of utilizing every inch of an apartment.

[@scdobserver835]

I love this design.

[@krissmgvlogs]

Love it. The only thing I would change is the table. I would have something that you pull down from the wall, otherwise fabulous.

[@ludovic9477]

Very nice flat 👍🏻

[@judet3026]

A beautifully thought out and finished apartment

[@Thehonestruth]

Absolutely beautiful

[@Hannonymous]

I like the idea and the flat looks cool, simple and also a little bit rustic. lovely. But i dont like that contraption, which offers bedspace, storage etc., very bulky and i wouldnt personally to live on that thing. i would prefer hanging storage and "conventional" space underneath the bed.

[@kalpanar1371]

Really beautiful

[@realfreshwisdom]

Loving the shows, thanks for being part of our family.

[@laurietheiw]

This guy is gorgeous. I could listen to him read the phone book for an hour.

[@CastleMisha]

I REALLY love the Q-Bert style bed ♥️♥️

[@herenaoliveira340]

Stylish, thoughtful, artful - inspiring. I like how the mullions of the glass doors are mimicked in the lines of the mirror. It ties the two features together. Well placed mirrors are a big space changer. I like how the tile design was random and added to an open feel. If it had been a set pattern you could map out the dimensions with your eyes and the space would feel smaller. Plus, the tile design was altered to offer the feel of an area rug and loosely define the sitting area for the loveseat. Plus, the kitchen divider pattern tied in with the floor tile. Also, the materials used brought in an outdoor feel -stone sink, wood cabinets/shelves, reflected and direct view of trees, white walls with a large mirror to bounce the light around. Also, the 5 inches of depth in the wall was put to good and diverse use. Well done!

[@carronalee]

Love it. I could live in that space quite easily. Who needs massive homes when you always end up using the same parts over and over again? The area here is perfectly sufficient for 2 people.

[@LitteJeanie]

Great use of space. Like others have said, lockable casters on the moveable elements would make life a lot easier. I would also rather have a split flip out table/bench system that runs the entire length of the dining and work space, so you can fold it out of the way and make the whole space feel very open when needed.

[@happygrandma6372]

Brilliant! Such creativity.

[@_w_w_]

Sleeping on your laundry machine - well that's a first!

[@el_micha]

I mean u dont run it at night…

[@_w_w_]

@@el_micha I know plenty of people start a load of laundry before they go to sleep, especially very busy people...

[@el_micha]

@@_w_w_ Interesting, I think I don´t know any. Apart from living in a flatshare with ppl who didn´t care about others (rude) or who got bad timeplanning. Where´s the washer in ur friends home? Do they live in houses or rented flats?

[@_w_w_]

@@el_micha I find it odd that you think it's all that unusual to start a load of laundry late at night. Plenty of people have demanding jobs that get home very late. I do it all the time... especially with newer HE washers, it's fairly quiet. It's very presumptuous of you to consider that poor time planning or inconsiderate when you don't have understanding of how other people live their lives.

[@el_micha]

@@_w_w_ Ok fair enough, so there are different use cases from what I know. How about my questions? (You didn´t answer any of them.) Are the washers in the flat, in a basement/cellar? Owned house or rented flat in community buildings?

[@bplbpl2024]

Me encanta como cada detalle es funciónal y artístico, el diseñador logró crear un espacio acogedor y relajado que parece mucho más grande de lo que es.

[@alinacg3825]

Love the sink. Best way to hide dirty plates.😁

[@ginamitembe8935]

Very clever and creative indeed!!👍

[@emilyhops2566]

Having that table there i think, is in the way. You cant comfortably open cupboards. Itd go nicely by the window, or if it was a fold down thing.

[@sheilagravely5621]

Fold down table attached to the wall would give space

[@hilmir]

agree, although the flexibility it brings as both a dining and then as a office desk is valuable. to that, the problem can be solved with a smaller width table. it seems excessive to have a fold down at the mirror side, and another one at the TV side.

[@devonhughes3805]

Finally! Some decent wood! Not that plywood or MDF garbage!

[@aprilsunflower7440]

Very nice apartment and great use of imagination.

[@anaconcessabingham8405]

This is great furniture use. It doesn't seem to be so small the way it was designed.

[@mjoverocker6072]

I love the bed very cool

[@emiraydnerkoc5436]

home for one person. practical and good style.

[@lyz7494]

Very good design. Love it

[@nielsfreidel]

the bed is actually a great design piece!

[@gmeriksson]

Compact living is about having all your comforts in a small space, this has not all comforts and is not really a small space! This is an art project!

[@TanyaEJ]

The floor is absolutely gorgeous!!

[@Kalani_Saiko]

Anyone else suddenly become addicted to these sorts of videos?

[@coratheexplorer1824]

Wow I love this apartment best design ever

[@velvetindigonight]

Clever love the lounge, windows and tv cupboard! Would have to put floor to ceiling curtains round the bed to screen it and for that medieval/todour vibe! Why not in such a space and place? Thanks as ever. Enjoy

[@baskervillebee6097]

Very nice. Love the scalloped wall.

[@illestj3990]

lovely space; however, cramming all those functions into one corner cancels out the open feel in the remaining space. would love to see the bed furniture piece longer and narrower so that it doesn't block the entry/kitchen. my favorite parts were the tile, windows, and refinished woods.

[@tomatostellar]

Clever use of space!

[@RcsN505]

I live in a 22 m2 studio with a tiny kitchen and the thing that makes the biggest difference is having counter space. It was a clever design trick to create that space by the entrance, even though I personally wouldn't like to have to open/close doors all the time.

[@AlfaJones]

I live in 25m2 myself and yes, the biggest point for me in the livability of a space is do I need to fiddle with stuff for things I need daily.

[@Bobrogers99]

This elevated bed is safer and more easily accessed than some others I've seen, though I'd like to be able to hide it so it doesn't need to be perfectly neat. The storage cabinetry needs a little refinement, but I like the pull-out rod for hangers. The cabinet does dominate the room! Separate tables for eating and for workspace could be folded against the wall. I like the use of the cavities in the wall which are often overlooked.

[@eliandthatsit]

Holy cow! Those ceilings!