Stunning Studio Apartment Makeover On A Budget | Ikea Hacks | The Home Primp

[@danafreemanviolin]

I have never before commented on a home decor youtube video. But I just read so many negative comments that I feel compelled to defend Alexandra. I enjoyed watching, I think there are lots of good ideas, and Ms. Gater has nice, positive energy.

[@malayahandcraft2794]

I'm not a designer but I would have loved to see the bed tucked into the alcove to allow for more living space. The brick wall is beautiful so I wouldn't have divided it with an ikea shelf. I would install a thoughtful piece of wall art or even set up the tenant's existing media stuff against this wall. I wanted to see the designer trying to create (or create illusions of) open spaces in such a tight room. Just my take! ❤

[@galicsmile]

I must disagree. You have quite the designer eye. Thus, you are definitely a designer.

[@lorettamoran125]

It must be difficult to make the bed.Moran

[@ROA1988]

The shelf is way too big for that space.

[@ROA1988]

@@lorettamoran125 Yeah. I hate how it's blocked from 3 sides. Awful!

[@WTHnada]

Yeah! It looks cramped. Everything she did I was like “🤔 *furrows eyebrows* I guess that works?”

[@Bluemist77]

Where do the clothes go?

[@AlexandraGater]

Renee Baz There was a closet we didn’t show in the video with plenty of room for clothes! :)

[@TriTrina]

I was wondering the same thing! xD

[@kalsangdrolkar]

Me, too!!! :) That was my first question when the video ended!! good to know there's a closet and the rest of the space really looks amazing!!! Great work!!

[@ceciliem1811]

Renee, my thoughts exactly! 😒

[@TsarOfRuss]

Out the window

[@malkayota]

I’m sorry but I think the budgeting for this was terrible! $99 for a lamp shade and $70 for a heart decal - no thanks

[@debbiepotter6413]

Right. Waste of money

[@mrsstrawberryluv1]

Omg didnt come out your pocket

[@NC-ij9rb]

I think that heart decal was $10 not $70

[@Faathimath]

It is actually $69. The link to it is in the description box.

[@Faathimath]

Introvert Chip lol I meant it’s really really not $10 or $7

[@blank3115]

$70 for a heart wall decal? Eh... idk

[@nataliersutton]

blank blank You can definitely find cheaper ones. Or even maybe get a bigger roll of chalkboard decal, cut out shapes and then they work for notes and doodles too!

[@Alla.Skalikeu]

Was thinking the same thing . I would never in a million years pay 70$ for that cheap looking great Wall decal lol, and that's not too smart on a 500$ budget 😂😂😂

[@bellamin4549]

$15 can of chalk paint would have been more cost efficient. It’s one of the easier shapes to draw.

[@crysjoli]

Just make it out of contact paper! LOL $7.99 BOOM

[@crysjoli]

Or what Natalie said. I'd NEVER pay 70 though. I'm a cheapskate.

[@kait958]

the room is cluttered. you can't even walk in without hitting those chairs. the heart decal looks cheap. plus, this was way more expensive than it needed to be

[@nofurtherwest3474]

you don't really need that big of a bed for just one person.

[@crazyhuman911]

True. I agree.

[@duckthroat]

yeah tottaly cluttered -.-

[@WTHnada]

Agreed.

[@hillary96renteria82]

it's a studio....the is literally no way for it not to be cluttered

[@joeyjoe7930]

Ummm.... Am I the only one that noticed that the table and chairs are literally directly in front of the door? How is the person living there going to get in and out? Also, there is literally NO storage space at all! Where do the clothes go? Some nice ideas but definitely not a good design at all.

[@Ozzie76]

Joey Joe I was like you have to maneuver around things when you walk in the door table and chairs should be a bit further away unless it was bad camera angle I would hate to be making that bed against a wall is hard enough but with the big shelf unit right at end even more of a mission

[@DunHuang]

Same thought

[@AlexandraGater]

I totally understand how you would think that! It looks like that because of the camera angle but actually there was a good three or four feet between the door and the table. And thankfully the door opens out, instead of in! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@bessie3469]

I love the vibe , but yeah no storage for clothes ? otherwise pretty good :)

[@tressaes]

I agree, she really minimized the potential for storage in this space. A bed with drawers underneath would have worked much better. Adding more useful shelving could maximized the amount of storage. The round table right by the entryway was a bad choice. Overall there were some good ideas but they weren’t put to good use.

[@gdolphinz7486]

Ooh what a nice hou... *Immediately trips over a chair and crashes into 5 plants and a stool*

[@jabrayjay6679]

😂😂

[@Daintydaisy2023]

I literally just laughed out loud reading this.

[@Snarkulous]

I relate so hard. I'm like a bull in a china shop. Years ago one of my roommates was like "how is it that you're the smallest person in this house and you make the most noise".

[@hopeworld5869]

🤣🤣🤣

[@David-lf8xe]

LOL

[@saraloverock2010]

There’s no storage...!? Where’s this girl keeping her clothes, & where is she getting ready. I assume there’s a bathroom & wardrobe somewhere...?

[@ROA1988]

Good Q. I would have turned that space where the heart went into a closet.

[@saromckenna4099]

Or under bed storage!

[@lilivicente7731]

You took the words out of my mouth! looks nice but in reality where is she supposed to keep her clothes?!

[@IFMIStupidFox]

“Wallpaper is expensive. Here’s a $70 wall decal instead.” Okay then

[@FurnitureFan]

I agree, it's easy enough to draw a heart shape on regular card.

[@dlsdyer9071]

What I want to know is where does she hang her clothes now that her closet houses a run of the mill sound system?

[@theindigopapillon3495]

Could have used paint for that heart

[@nofurtherwest3474]

@@theindigopapillon3495 how to get the shape tho

[@theindigopapillon3495]

@@nofurtherwest3474 draw it

[@angelspit]

I get so mad by DIY decor channels that never count existing materials and furniture. It's not on a budget if you don't count the bed and the table and all the other stuff!

[@soundninja99]

It's a makeover, not a ground up interior design. Most people doing makeovers already have most if not all the furniture needed.

[@Olive_O_Sudden]

Exactly! Especially at the end when she proudly declares, "All under $500." Hardly.

[@mjtejero]

hahah so true, under 500$ then go ahead and bought a bed table etc.

[@alexandria1316]

Talk of a grown up bed but there’s a huge heart decal on the wall that I’d put in a 6 year olds bedroom

[@sorazietti4587]

ok but this is isn't "a studio furnished with ikea under $500" this is "we went to ikea and bought some stuff but the person already had some great key pieces and we went to homesense and bought some overpriced pieces so it was more like we just used ikea in the title for views lol" as someone living in toronto with a studio and has ikea as a single source for affordable furniture this video seems really out of touch....

[@isabellareeser1157]

lol all she said was ikea hacks in the title not... solely ikea.. sorry u mad u broke

[@aestheticallypleasing1326]

Who cares honestly

[@alicetorrace1129]

aesthetically pleasing me

[@alicetorrace1129]

aesthetically pleasing i do

[@In_time]

Stephanie Orazietti I agree. And anyway, this studio already came with some major heavy hitters in the “aesthetically pleasing” dept: hardwood floors (or non carpeted flooring), Brick elements, an all white kitchen and lots of sun. It’s basically Urban Outfitters waiting to happen. With a base like that to build off of, Kmart could’ve outfitted this place and it would still look good🤷🏼‍♀️ Most studios “normal” ppl can afford look like the “dad” side of your Mom and Dads shared closet☹️ This vid was not made with real ppl in mind:(

[@bloomsums]

Love this video and this girl, she was so to the point and not too chatty..pls post more of her and her decorating styles..how about for seniors, yes iam one of them..

[@annabananna1906]

Too much stuff in that studio! Sometimes less is more

[@lauraaa1015]

agreed! I like the main pieces but the decor was a bit too much (especially on the bookshelves!) for my minimalist taste.

[@susanwachtman6140]

I couldn't agree more with both of you. Too cluttered and l would lose the book case at the end of the bed. Claustrophobic!!

[@elaineyjoyce]

The wooden shelf at the foot part of the bed gives me anxiety.

[@brendacassidy8832]

Joyce Fernandez FRRRR

[@joshcaudill3881]

I would've kicked the bookshelf and knock it over lol

[@idahagglund524]

@@joshcaudill3881 If you try to kick a EXPEDIT(kallax) shelf, you'll only hurt yourself. Those fuckers are HEAVY! I know. I moved one into my apartment three floors up, no elevator.

[@IIAlexII101]

Nah, nothing happens. I have a self at my beds endv too. They're not that easy to knock over

[@madisonbrown9978]

Maybe next time try the thrift store? So many unique and cheap things!

[@TheBarefootBird]

if she furnishes from the thrift store then viewers can't buy the same items...

[@CC-si3cr]

@@TheBarefootBird Exactly! Plus a thrift store visit would require MORE DIY know how.

[@Mopsbpv]

Amen

[@Mopsbpv]

@@TheBarefootBird it would be for Inspo

[@puttingonthefoil8787]

Was excited when she mentioned wallpapering the cove area ... then was mortified when she slapped a giant heart decal in the space instead. :(

[@vasundajay]

So she had all the furniture already, and aside from the (expensive) sheep skins, a stool, a couple of hangers and things, you already had many of the accessories. Those extras don't really have a price tag included. little things do add up... Would have been better to see the actual cost.

[@kugelmugelsworld2364]

Seriously. The rugs would be pretty much the whole budget.

[@sharonlatour6230]

I thought I saw a price tag for the bed. I think it was 199.00, but I do not think it included the mattress!! I do not think she used all the sheepskins either!

[@rosariascuderi7530]

vasundajay che

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

@@sharonlatour6230 Yes, she bought the bed frame but her friend had the mattress. She did not buy all the sheep skins for this project__she said she likes to buy several every time she shops at Ikea because they're useful for many other projects, as well.

[@ah-ss7he]

Did she use all of those rugs that she bought or were they for her to use in the future

[@CL_CORTES]

Not to be a pain.. but is it a good idea to block the Hobbit door?

[@WhisperTraining]

I was wondering this also. Is it just a door to get to pipes or something or an actual storage space I wonder?

[@i.e.presents638]

I, for one, want no Hobbits entering my room unnanounced...

[@girlbossfromscratch]

Then what do you suggest? You have many ideas then make your own YT channel.

[@cruptorsite]

@@girlbossfromscratch dude what

[@dragonrebel4976]

Now I wish to have ideas for my studio apt plz help

[@Bubblynoodlez]

None of this was done on a BUDGET.

[@OsamaTheMamaLama]

agreed

[@tracykigumo4033]

agreed

[@pillowsniffer8]

A budget isn’t considered cheap a budget can estimate from any price but you can’t go over the price you have

[@roswitha2466]

@@pillowsniffer8 But the point is, she used a lot of old furniture, like the big shelf, crates, vintage mirror, table,... . So for me it feels like cheating to say the whole apartment was done under 500 $.

[@quincefloare]

If her budget was $500 then yes, it was done on a budget. That's her budget, that was the goal that was set. A budget is what you set for yourself. Just because my budget would be smaller doesn't mean that other people are not also working with their budgets. That's what budgeting is, planning your money.

[@tinahall9892]

the math doesn't add up to under $500 though?

[@WhisperTraining]

I think she said she left the bed cost out of the final price since she is assuming most people already have beds.

[@e-6]

every single thing stays below the 500, like: no couch of $750

[@jammin3375]

where is her bathroom, her kitchen and where does she put her clothes and stuff? XD

[@VivaLaVida0692]

Her kitchen is shown at the beginning 0:25

[@PKyna]

I came to the comments to see if I missed where the clothes went! I didn’t even think about the kitchen and bathroom. Lol

[@truella1305]

How dare you? Carla NEVER pees EVER. (Where is Carla anyway?)

[@juliasamson9559]

0:16 play x0.5 you can see her closet

[@rosebud0391]

@@juliasamson9559 That's where her sound system is so where are her clothes?

[@momspsg3140]

Sad to see the negative comments as I think you did a fabulous job and there are some really creative ideas in this video. It has inspired me to think outside the box for some fun new DIY projects. I really like the idea of the special hooks for the entry way, my husband built one like that using an old barrel stave that he stained and had old faucet pieces it is is pretty funky and works perfectly in our garage for umbrellas etc-feel free to use that idea. The specialty gold lighting was really awesome!

[@parez_official]

Firstly I am not hating. I am a big fan, but this was not done well at all. too much clutter, everything is up against the wall, no negative wall space to allow the eyes to rest because there is a lot going. Coming from a designer's perspective, thought was put into this but i would have to edit this space because the function seem to get lost with everything going on around it . Creating impact in a smaller space is not always easy but the trick is instead of adding a lot of smaller pieces, bigger is better while creating impact. Ikea is known for storage and function in small spaces as well but that was not executed properly. I hope my opinion was not taken in any way to bash your work but taken as a constructive one. Good work.

[@AshantiCaltini]

Parez Morris I like you. You'll make a good Teacher or Life Coach

[@beavadakkoot]

I agree with you, I am studying interior design and this is not very well done. Storage is almost completely missing.

[@Daveaaaaa]

I agree about the clutter. I could not relax in this space. I will still watch more videos though. Thanks!

[@sandynguyen3162]

Parez Morris Can you give us an example link of what's a good place that's put together? I'm curious because I'm trying to put together place too!

[@utlinhdang6414]

Parez Morris agree, too messy

[@edmartincabarrubias6971]

So many bad choices of decor and it not even functional. The heart decal was so tacky! Also, the bulb lights were not necessary. Love the brick wall though.

[@toricallie7943]

The bulbs would have gone great with the brick for an industrial look. The heart however shouldn't have even been introduced

[@KEYshineeMYP]

can these trendy designers stop putting in cringey tumblr esque prints everywhere, like the 'this must be the place' image and a giant black heart totally just puts me off.

[@Najmille]

ikr "art" XD this is ART LOOK I WROTE IN A FONT WITH A COMPUTER ! it's not even hand written >_

[@trevl8955]

And $70 for that crap?? Horrible waste of good money.

[@seltzermint5]

agreed. I thought maybe it was just me being old and crotchety but those things really cheapened it!

[@PWPNH]

maya98 Yes totally agree. Getting so tired of that. Plus I don't get her style at all. One space in the apartment is like boheme/industrial and then she put the green and pink chairs on the other side of the apartment, not blending in with the other stuff what so ever. Just looks childish and off. Plus where is NO storage at all and who wants a table blocking the door and the teeny tiny little plants that doesn't make it better. Oh well, this is just my opinion.

[@catniplemon]

Yet spent 5 dollars on the print she could have just downloaded and printed for much less or even free. (personally I don't care for prints like that as decor. They're best saved for social media.)

[@ronnieaux5290]

7:32 Speakers on a wooden floor, with a metal rack right next to it... ruuumble *rattle* rattle *rattle* rattle (put speakers on a speaker stand, especially on a wooden floor, to decouple it so it doesn't transfer across the whole room! I recommend ISO-Acoustics stands - or a GRAMMA for Sub-Woofers)

[@superjules21]

but where is the closet ??

[@susanlach3388]

That leather butterfly chair! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Atmosphere99]

6:21 Cosmo and Wanda think they're slick

[@LanceHamright]

Aaaaahhhhhhh!!!😂😂😂😂😂

[@GailDeshawnda]

Most underrated comment here!!😂😭😂

[@xxqueenxiexx1314]

Lmfaoo

[@WTHnada]

Stop I hate you!!! 😂😂❤️

[@beansly87]

So many negative comments. I think the room is inspiring! Alexandra did a terrific job and addressed all the client's needs.

[@bethebombable]

Yeah $500 except for all the stuff from homegoods, the paint, the random things you had from other projects, the mattress and all that. I got to the end and literally shouted "you lie" and my boyfriend came over to make sure I was okay 😂

[@kugelmugelsworld2364]

The mattress is also IKEA and costs about 300 USD depending on the size. She wasn't even honest in what all she got at IKEA. Between that and the rugs, that's the entire budget. XD

[@sharonlatour6230]

I do the SAME thing, I said aloud'' That for 500 bucks?? what did you buy""? A stool, c'mon!! Well, at least you brought a bed!''

[@lucklynnday2807]

Seriously... the bed wasn't even included in the $500, the girl already had a number of things used (like the Kallax unit), and she bought things from more than just Ikea. Actually considering what she _did buy,_ she really didn't put together anything surprising for the $500. I actually think she could have put together a nicer space for that amount of money with different items.

[@SimplyTomasTheCollection]

bethebombable 🤣🤣🤣

[@jantaylor2710]

😂

[@namaste_charlei]

Love it for the most part but I would've definitely have turned the area where the record player as extra closet space.

[@ev6553]

it looks great, but it was very deceiving. it was $500 for the decor, not the actual room. Also, it is unreasonable to not include the paint costs just because you didn't need to purchase them.

[@FurnitureFan]

Yes, paint is really expensive now. However, my local eco store sells donated paint at a great price. I think there are some other places that will sell paint at cost price and resell unused paint.

[@KarenPFolk-qq7dx]

I have always loved the idea of a bed functioning as a couch. Love the shelving!!! Very cool studio.

[@amandashines]

That's a pretty nice studio space in its unfurnished form.

[@debbiepotter6413]

Right. That’s what I say. Could be very nice

[@kwillow12]

The apartment was splendid to begin with. Sheesh.

[@Laysespeaks]

i feel like this video is really deceiving, i thought you were going to actually get cheap ikea furniture and keep the space put together. Not cool!

[@o0WarmBreeze0o]

One hawt mess the prices are indeed really low compared to other ones. The work done here is absolutely remarkable, I don't know how you can find even cheaper stuff and keep quality. Try go to thrift stores and garage sales for your extremely low budget, but keep on mind that they will need to get fixed and that will cost you extra money.

[@Laysespeaks]

o0WarmBreeze0o I didn't say my budget was low, I was under the impression she would be furnishing the apartment at a very low cost of $500 is what made me click on the video. I didn't say that the place didn't look good either. Re read the comment.

[@Laysespeaks]

spoly 13 why do you think I kept watching the video in the first place? By the way I can quote the $500 part, it's on the video.

[@camillelemmens1745]

Well they did keep under the budget of 500. And the title specifically says 'makeover'; and while that doesn't completely describe what they did, it does imply that the owner already has some furniture...

[@Laysespeaks]

Camille Lemmens she said furnish in the video but ok!

[@patient_zer0850]

Great apartment makeover! I love the invisible closet which fits all of her clothes and shoes. And the see-through desk with her televison/laptop is quite magnificent too 😒

[@donyetta83]

Grijpwijk ok I thought I was the only who missed these things

[@mapleleaf0]

@@donyetta83 The closet is seen to the right of the nook at 0:16.

[@clgg1022]

I laughed so hard!

[@lorenzo8495]

LOL, this is SO bad

[@sneh5748]

Hahahahaha 😂

[@Aqm917]

Cute but I don't want anyone sitting on my bed!

[@Posh_Spice89]

Ammi13 22 exactly

[@legallydrunk1528]

facts . my grandma always said no one should be on a bed in street clothes ... words I live by LOL

[@TsarOfRuss]

Tie them very well and position them there, they will sit

[@elizagaskell7957]

same, unless I'm sleeping with them.

[@AlaiaWilliamsx]

Same here. My mom taught me "no street clothes on the bed" and I've always stuck to that.

[@notconvincedgranny6573]

With the fully-loaded bookcase snugged up against the bed, how do you make/change the bed? Nice place to look, but not to live.

[@juliagill1281]

That's exactly what I was thinking lol

[@majesusagalapon2670]

Not realistic. (1) foot bed is a wood divider, person has to be very still and not knock off or accidentally kick off the wood divider when sleeping. (2) No closet space. No need for explanation (3) mirror she put is way too high, she could only see half her face? Is she mad or what? (4) she wasted space in what could have been a study nook or closet. (5) You have to walk carefully to make sure you dont knock off all the plants and garbage she put on the floor. (6) that thing to hang jackets, she could have put smaller hooks to hang keys as well? Duh. (7) ship skin? Really?!

[@sherrysicle4341]

Ma jesusa Galapon hooks could be added underneath for keys

[@CrystaliaV]

The thing with the mirror is really weird.

[@agnesL2L4L]

She said those knobs r for jackets??!! Good luck hanging heavy jacket on that!!

[@CC-si3cr]

agreed on all 7 points! the mirror height was super weird. maybe carla, who she talked about throughout, yet we never saw in person is 6 ft tall.

[@slspringer1792]

The thing that she put up for jackets was not quite level. It was crooked all the time she placed it against the wall. They had a dark pink wall when they were showing it off. I was under the impression she might paint that one wall. Even though it was dark pink and only on one wall it should not make the apt. appear even smaller. She could have painted the flimsy t-shirt holder white, the frame of the mirror could have been painted white, etc.

[@debraboyea7776]

I like everything! But why are the table and chairs almost directly in front of the door...space????

[@hannahnoyes9085]

Also, I'm loving how she just "threw in" the hundred dollar rug and two-hundred dollar leather chair. If your audience is people on a budget, stop cheating them! And if not, stop pretending!!!! 😡

[@NicieWilliams]

Yeah. They did not price everything

[@suesheification]

And a 200 dollar bed

[@84naners]

I dont think she threw them in...I think the other things just belong to Carla! So she didnt have to buy them (like the round table).

[@ruthgoddard6539]

Everyone knows that when they get a makeover that parts are sponsored.

[@7spiritualcompass706]

I agree, Hannah.

[@Runestone1]

It's so cute to see your early videos. Your fixation on rattan light fixtures goes waaaay back!

[@travelwell6049]

[1:11] "I don't think Carla has space for a side table ... stools like are a great place to put books or water beside your bed." [7:48] really nice stool has been ruined with paint for no reason and a plant shoved on top. Can we just put that plant somewhere sensible? You want to make it look like one big living room, but then you want to conceal the sleeping area. Small places lack storage, so wouldn't you get a bed with drawers instead of specifically "low to the ground" for which a reason was not made clear, then the little cupboard is blocked by the bed, so even that can't be used.

[@stellasarsoni]

TravelWell omg for real tho..... She said space for bottle or Books AND LITERALLY HAS A PLANT THERE.. Like where am I supposed to put the Book you said? 😂

[@Lil_Angry_Bitch]

Women are emotional creatures, but not usually logical ones. They know how to make a room look cute but not how to make it functional or practical.

[@annac4383]

LAB-lil' Angry B!tch Try watching Mr Kate on youtube. She's a bit annoying and can't really sing, but she's amazing at interior design.

[@sezzafxoxo7276]

Well it’s her apartment, she can do what she pleases.

[@Lil_Angry_Bitch]

Anna C She can make a room look cute but she isn't very logical. That's why she has a guy to do all the pratical & logical carpentry & building skills. There's lots of Female & Male decorators, but only a few female Carpenters.

[@roseasher9124]

Alexandra is one of my favorite designers. I was a bit distracted everyone on social media is suddenly thin.

[@vintagecameragirl]

Middle of the night, stretch out... Managed to break my foot on the book case... Welldone.

[@ROA1988]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@ROA1988]

If two ppl sleep in that bed, the person laying closest to the brick would need to climb over the other person to get up and use the bathroom. Also, where would that person put their phone or glasses? The stool/night-stand is only on one side.

[@vintagecameragirl]

@@ROA1988 when I met my bf he luved in a bed sit with a small double bed against the wall...learning to shuffle out of it without waking up the other is a life skill lol

[@ROA1988]

@@vintagecameragirl LOL!!!

[@missmegan3694]

Haters gonna hate. Whether this was done over/ under budget, with IKEA or non-IKEA items, or whether you already owned some items, I got some really great ideas from this video! Thank you!!

[@kathyyoung1774]

Miss Megan Nobody is “hating.” Pointing out inconsistencies.

[@anxiettyy]

Another hack is simply using a day bed

[@hereforthevideoessays6399]

Oh my gosh, I remember watching this video when it first came out and loving it... only now connecting the dots! Alexandra Gater!!

[@DeShawnHatcher]

Great ideas but maybe next time you may want to say how you styled a home instead of made over--very misleading

[@sl4983]

She said makeover.

[@Linda-jy9oi]

Omg guys, just enjoy the makeover idea. If you are going to create a makeover, you can take great ideas for your own.

[@DeJonTebought]

Nice cameo by Cosmo and Wanda 6:21

[@bflower8830]

DeJon Tebought best comment

[@rodschermerhorn6996]

I think she did a great job.she was able to do so much with very little space!!!

[@vada0731]

too much...too crowded

[@rubberdc]

I like the light on the bracket and the decal ,.

[@CeeLeeLEMT]

Looks great, and would love to see a floor plan with this type of video.

[@colleenthecatlady2344]

You've outdone yourself, Alexandria!!! Love it!!!

[@christinelareads]

I actually think this looks really cute, but I just imagine hearing some demon knock on that little door behind the bed. It would freak me out tbh.

[@karenphillips140]

YOU are very good at what you do!

[@ultraviolet663]

Turned out great But the bed is definitely not a couch..

[@pandorawaters1584]

I love the rental friendly tips

[@MC-fv9no]

Am I the only one who likes it’s finished form? Oh... ok

[@jacksonv1965]

I love it!

[@WhisperTraining]

No I love it too! I actually LOVE the idea of the bed being like a couch...my sister and I are renting a very small garage apt together and her bed is actually in the living/dining area, but during the day its propped with lots of comfy pillows and used as a couch. I pretty much did the same with my twin bed in my room so I can be super comfy while I work on my laptop (self-employed). Bonus, you don't need a foot rest since the bed is so long! I think a lot of people who love it just don't bother to comment and move on to the next video. People who don't are the ones who actually decide to leave a comment it seems lol.

[@mish3510]

I loved it!

[@kirstenanderson7313]

I loved this makeover!!!! So great. In the little alcove beside the bed: I would have ditched the wall decal for a simple stenciled, taped off- patterned, accent wall, using sample paint; or hung an inexpensive rug as a tapestry, for a more rental friendly choice. I would have replaced the metal shelving unit for a more to- scale piece, to place the stereo equipment on. I love the Fjalbo wall units! They have that industrial influence, featuring black metal mesh; but with warm wood accents. And maybe placed a plant or 2 on top, for added interest.

[@SABOREAME68]

Unquestionably, my favorite item is the "Leather Butterfly Chair" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@codmademefunky]

I really like the shelves as a divider

[@ChaiandCookies]

I love your videos! I did the bed and Ikea bookshelf room divider thing in this little bachelor apartment I had in Toronto 5 years ago. It was amazing how much you can for into those big bookshelves from Ikea!

[@boomerangsruckflug8513]

YESSS, great and not expensive. Very creative and cosy. Thank you!

[@deniselopez708]

The closet area is shown real quick in the beginning of the video its next to the stereo alcove. Also you get a quick glimpse of the kitchen too.

[@kayceer4917]

I loved this I can't believe people really are complaining over this

[@bunnykawaii]

why did she spend 40$ on each sheepskin when she could have cut the cruelty and costs??? this is so dumb i thought this is about saving money????

[@Najmille]

they are fake as far as I know (I think she took that many for dramatic effect on camera)

[@bunnykawaii]

noo the fake ones from ikea are only 14$ ! i have 2 for my chairs (: theyre soft n comfy and affordable

[@jaclynelise2966]

la la lucy she sin Canada. The ones she bought are 30 dollars us. They are wool

[@bunnykawaii]

theyre skins lol, it literally says RENS; sheepskin, white

[@brandon17760]

la la lucy it's fake, it's not a real sheep skin. Besides real sheep skin doesnt look that way.

[@zillamandy]

I know this isn’t new, but I never saw it! I live in a studio in NYC so this was super helpful. It turned out so cute! I also do believe in displaying things that I love, turning collectibles into little displays. 🤎

[@madsolea]

Too crowded

[@bookdear]

This adds a lot of character to a space which otherwise might remain very plain!

[@georgiajones1699]

How do you attach the lighting to the bricks and mortar ?

[@songsacapella8961]

Just stumbled upon this video. Whether I could get the exact pieces used or not didn't bother me. I was fascinated by the thought process of it all, and how a bare, blank room became a warm and cozy home. When I walk into an empty room, that is all I'm able to see. I don't have an interior designer's eye. It was the neatest thing for me to 'go shopping' at IKEA in the video :) and see what inspired Chatelaine(?). I would not know where to begin! Watching it all come together was really cool to see and I loved the finished product. I felt sorry to see quite a few critical comments about functionality or pricing. Those things can be adjusted and I guess some substitutions could be made to suit personal preference, if need be? I just loved the beginning-to-end very creative makeover of this room and feel absolutely inspired now. : ) ty!

[@anablasco4110]

I was expecting something else... this does not help the studio. I mean, I love the items and the style and decoration but spacially it all makes it feel smaller.

[@the-megazine]

I loooove the $9 shelf + hooks hack

[@alexandramoorshead4437]

The space you designed looks so much like my little (10'x10') studio apartment when I was in university! My single bed doubled as a sofa with giant throw pillows during the daytime (my night pillows were stored in boxes under the bed). I had a cool accent chair I purchased on a super sale, an IKEA bookcase, a work desk, a small sink I turned into a kitchenette fitted out with everything but a stove, and beautiful pale green and pink full-length curtains. My colour palette was seriously adhered to even though almost everything was a gift, second hand, or purchased on sale. I even had a key storage because I was always misplacing my keys. Repainting and sewing or crafting stuff was so much fun. As I think about it, some of the items I made or repainted are still in use in the homes of friends and family. If only I'd put that much effort into my studies... lol. That brings back memories. (I wish they'd had KZbin back in the days of the dinosaur. I would have had a channel for sure.)

[@chelseyhawkins8021]

I’ve put up a bookshelf to make separate my rooms.It worked

[@cristagutierrez913]

Wow my favorite decorator on youtube... and i’ve seen plenty.

[@WhisperTraining]

I know, I just moved & found her channel the day after...perfect timing, I am binge-watching the videos in between unpacking & organizing and getting so many great ideas!

[@juliejfw]

I want your job! My place is done. Must find ways to create happy spaces for others, now, because how good and satisfying it makes me feel in my accomplishments.

[@queen_j1422]

What about hanging her clothes/closet? You said whole apt so I was looking for bathroom and closet space

[@sarahmorales1650]

Beautiful job. Love how it looks the change u made just by buying a few things in ikea. N $500.00 to shop for the space is great not expensive at all. Keep up the good work ❤😂

[@Alla.Skalikeu]

Don't understand how this is "on a budget" but you buy the real sheep skin rugs (40 each) instead of the fake (12-14$ ea). Nice to know you love sheep being killed for your rugs.

[@raquelneves1436]

Alla Skalikeu omg I thought that was all for 40 ! Shook !

[@Moocow2003]

Yeah it just... makes no sense. I'm not a vegan or anything but it's literally cheaper and just better to get faux sheep skins, that woman was daft af

[@mariansh5750]

😭😭😭😭

[@lucyliu3198]

Sheep are not killed for their wool. They are sheared, especially when it gets hot, and the wool will grow back. Like us having a haircut.

[@ZSFries]

@@lucyliu3198 You are right, but these are not just wool. It's literally called a sheepSKIN rug.. Which the skin/leather is also harvested.

[@ilove2929]

That diy lampxmirror is brill ❤

[@bigearss]

Thoughts on how to put stuff on the walls without making holes?

[@AlexandraGater]

Mark Ocampo Command 3M hooks are amazing! They really hold heavy pieces of art on the wall.

[@catherines2544]

Alexandra Gater the command hooks only work on smooth painted surfaces though don't they? They won't work on wallpaper and particularly textured wallpaper?

[@djlivvy46]

Go to Apartment Therapy and search 'rental walls'. They will tell you more than you ever wanted to know.

[@RS-nz2xf]

I just put holes all over my walls even though my land lord didn't want me to. 👀 👀👀 There were already a ton of nails in the walls. Oh well.

[@lisab9541]

I want to see the kitchen and bathroom because this is the cutest little apartment ever.

[@OrigamiTree]

Can I volunteer my small NYC space for you to work in?! hahaha. Great job. It looks AMAZING!!!

[@ROA1988]

Love the wal heart and mirror/light hack

[@fatherlandchild2780]

NEVER put bookshelf speakers on the floor. Sounds awfull.

[@debbieriddle9429]

Beautiful job! Love those dining chairs.

[@kathyyoung1774]

Debbie Riddle we had those. They fell apart in less than a year. All of them. They are crap.

[@sweetness371]

I have those cat curtains in my living room. They are NOT too much. Lol

[@rebeccagrooms2825]

Now she will always feel like she has Cosmo and wonda with her! Beautiful chairs and decor!

[@leighirvine]

I used to love that show 🤣 it reminds me of my youngest brother, we’d always sing the opening credits song together and do the voices etc when we were little. It has a special place in my heart 🥰☺️

[@Miss_Annlaug]

The only bed option for such a small space is a Murphy bed or a ikea Hemnes that has a couch like shape, tons of storage and also pulls out to a large double ved

[@jessicamhone]

Stunning I love the grid cube thing

[@린다사람]

If I had such racks at the end of my bed I'd kick everything left and right while asleep 😂😂

[@rabiasherry5878]

I love this makeover