Ep 45 - Micro Apartment with Sloped Ceiling🏠📐 - 15.11sqm / 162.6sqft

[@usui503]

☆★☆About this Micro Apartment☆★☆ * Rent is 83,000 yen per month, including maintenance fee * Size is 15.11sqm / 162.6sqft * 7 minutes on foot from Keio Line “Shimo-takaido” station * 3 story building made of steel frame * Free internet * Hydrangeas are in bloom nearby✨ * Sloped ceiling seems hard to clean…😅

[@Ybbob7]

Usui-San, may I know what type of jazz music is this?

[@AndreLuiz-ec7kc]

Para uma pessoa está ótimos só achei pouco claro l 83, 00 iene aluguel por mês do micro -apartamento

[@marchall5173]

Usui - are there micro apartments similar to this that are really condominiums for sale - about how much would they cost? At least the higher ceiling makes the apartment feel a bit bigger than it really is.

[@danaeads919]

I like this apartment. I'd place a wire shelving unit with wheels under the kitchen counter so I could pull it out to access utensils, spice and herb containers and store fruits and vegetables. I love that there is a food preparation counter in the kitchen. I love the windows! The more windows, the better. The bathroom is fabulous. A shelving unit is needed above the toilet, of course. Two clothing rods over the bathtub is nice. I'd put a sleeper sofa in the living room so I could have some place comfortable to sit and work and also be able to sleep. It would be better with a balcony. I hope there is even a little bit of space outside the front door for a few pots of herbs. The cathedral (sloped) ceiling really helps to make a small space feel much larger and more open. I prefer them.

[@brendaokuda2158]

I think what amazes me the most is how some people can take 162 sq ft. & make an absolutely wonderfully adorable apartment while others take the same space & make it completely unlivable. This apartment is great! Thanks Usui!!!

[@janiceinga]

That apartment has everything you need except room to sleep and work. Yikes.

[@tequilamonster3940]

The pictures Usui uses for the rope ladders always make me laugh! They look so cool calm and collected. I would seriously be freaking out! Thank you Usui for a little humor!

[@tequilamonster3940]

Ok typed that comment before I saw Usui hoping that Spidey would save us! Back at you Usui!!

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment! I don't like those rope ladders...😅🪢

[@ruthlessbunny]

I actually think this is well designed! I’d put a suitcase on that wall over the washer and shelves in there as well. You can put a shelving unit over the toilet for towels, linens and paper products. I’d do a medium fridge and then do some shelving over that for a rice cooker, microwave and a toaster oven (or an all in one unit). The genkan is GREAT! And I think a single bed or futon sofa would fit against the black wall. 😊

[@viceadmiralyuen]

So wonderful for the architect to place a small window that partially opens up to see the neighbors windows. And that being the only window to use the escape ladder, which ends up next to your own stairs outside, rendering it useless. 😂

[@fernbrisot325]

Good morning, Usui-san (at least here in the US). I think that a 15 sqm apartment that cannot hold a permanent bed has a badly designed layout. But I do like the architectural details of the sloped roof etc., and the color scheme. If the toilet and bed space were flipped, I think a bed would fit. Or the kitchenette and refrigerator could be placed on the same wall as the bathroom. 15sqm is a lot of space, if properly designed. The outside looks nice, as well. You can tell it is fairly new. Thank you for sharing.

[@chisamosa]

I like this one. Windows in both sides is nice. I think a fold up bed would work, it would only be awkward while you sleep, then fold it up and you have your space back. I would put a curtain on the door glass, maybe a magnetic rod.

[@kellysueballard7654]

I like it too. My first thought was a pull out soda bed. If I was single, I would love a place like that.

[@LaGERISUNDERWOODBELL]

Even when the apartment sucks [like this one] I really enjoy the soundtrack! You have exquisite taste in music!

[@Tam.I.am.]

The second flower that you showed us was a lilac, rather than hydrangea. Do you like lilac too? I like how they look and smell. I really like that this one has a bathtub. The bathroom door makes it a little harder to put furniture, though. It's still a nice looking place. Maybe a hammock to sleep in? lol

[@usui503]

Sleeping in a hammock sounds like a great idea!🥰

[@LizzieBeezie]

This one is alright to me, feels cozy. Fit in a Loft bed, a small table by the window next to the washing machine and it's a nice bed/living room. It's better for sure compared to the previous ones.

[@isaultra3405]

You have to use a slim bed with underneath storage and put the desk into clothing niche, but nice to see a bathtub and the glass door brings in more light. TV space?

[@ENRU08]

add one loft bed with a desk underneath and it's gonna be a wrap! I love this!

[@user-bp8sq7lr2t]

I like the music.

[@BernieAKA]

Folding bed or hang from the closet rod like a bat! If well-insulated and/or electricity is included in rent, this gets points for a clever usage of space; however, sloped ceiling spaces can be difficult to cool/heat. Nice wet bath with tub. Over the toilet free-standing shelving for towels and toilet paper!

[@gildaolsen2888]

A sofa bed would do with a foldable table or a Murphy bed. The flat has everything and looks ok. A bit pricey though considering that with such geometrical design you can only have foldable furniture. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to our next video 🍀

[@pinkiewinkie1548]

I would invest in a Murphy bed, you can fold it away and it looks like a closet, you can just leave the bed covered, which also makes it more convenient, because having to keep putting away all the blankets and pillows also takes up time and space that you than can use for other things! Ideal. Love from an old rebel-Pinkie

[@swartz9dz]

I like it , but the problem is the bed . It's expensive too . Thank you for the video❤

[@schoonergirl2658]

It’s a bit of a shame, if the roof wasn’t slanted you could put in a nice loft and still have room for a small sofa and work area/tv space beside the closet-side window. The bathroom is a bit larger but no toilet paper shelf. One could be made with extension bars so no holes in the walls. The rent isn’t as good as the last apartment though. Thanks for sharing this video!

[@ucbearcats1978]

I don't like the clothes closet right next to the cooking area (even with the exhaust fan), and brushing my teeth and washing dishes in the same sink. Also, no place to put even a table and chair. The sloped ceiling gave the room a bit of style, though.

[@notbill08]

This is really nice except for the lack of bed space. OTH a fold out chair bed would still work and there's enough space next to the wardrobe for a laptop desk!

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment!🥰 You're right, I can put a laptop desk there!👩‍💻

[@DawnDavidson]

Yes, a fold out chair bed could solve the awkward lack of bed space! Good idea! I had not thought of a laptop desk either, which is particularly strange since I have one in my own room. LOL. The high ceilings are nice for a sense of space, but yes, will pose a heating/cooling and dusting problem. Not my favorite design.

[@notbill08]

@@DawnDavidson I have a mini splits in my bedrooms and the main living/dining room. Unlike central air, you can control the up/down direction of air flow. In that tiny of a space it shouldn't be a problem. Also the beam can be cleaned standing on a chair with a broom.

[@hannes8835]

That seems to be a good apartment. The bathroom is spacy and you have room for a washing machine and a fridge. I don't know, if you could fit a bed AND a desk in the living area... The sloped ceiling is high enough, so no problem.

[@usui503]

You're right. The ceiling in this room is high, so that's not a problem. But I can't fit a bed here.😅

[@jennieswensson463]

Liked the bathroom and putting in toilet roll storage would be fairly easy. Do you have Sofa Beds in Japan? That way you could have a reasonable bed then a usable living room during the day...? Maybe?

[@marie9869]

In France, there's a folding bed we named BZ... because it's folded in the shape of Z. The mattress could be a futon (or what some French people see as a futon). 😅

[@islandgirl75]

I actually really love this one. It's so bright! I'd use some kind of foldable bed right next to the bathroom/toilet door. I only sleep 4-5 hours and I need space for a desk more than a bed.

[@momkatmax]

A small sofa bed or a chair bed would be possible. A camping cot with a nice foam mattress cut to size would work in these situations.

[@snoringunicorn1]

Despite the space, it’s very badly designed.

[@federicamanfroi]

I agree, at first glance it gives the impression of something spacious (mostly because of the colours), but when you start to think of the practical details it is very inconvenient

[@wordsfindme]

I like this one best. I have a shorter bed that would fit in that space, and the nook on the other side (next to the closet) would suit a small desk for a laptop. I like the bathroom, and the general spaciousness! I would definitely rent this one if I were in Tokyo.

[@carolinecardoso4313]

Esse seria um 10 de 10 com certeza. Esse apartamento é uma graçinha! Banheira enorme

[@shannoncrook4712]

I think it’s very unique. I would move in. ❤🇨🇦

[@זהביתצרפתי-ז2י]

This is a lovely tiny micro apartment , i wish to have one like it✌️

[@IMACULAGE]

what a great unit!! love the sloped ceiling.

[@Zirazari]

I like this one, feels different, also loving the mini bathtub

[@rafaelgarcia2046]

whit these money in México, you can get a house whit gardeen, two flors, in clouse circuit.

[@Bobrogers99]

I just watched another of your micro apartment videos. That one had a tiny fridge and laundry in the basement, but it had two good options for the bed. This one has just one not-ideal choice, and it's more expensive.

[@sassafrasdent4557]

Nice to see hydrangea season & Spidey has his plant too 🪴💜🩷🤍😊 it seems like a futon would be best in this apartment with its awkward shaped wall. Good amount of storage & space for appliances. I liked the bathroom & bathroom dehumidifier always gets bonus points from me 😄

[@empressmeowmeow9581]

I actually like a lot about this one except for the windows and door. If you can put up window curtains they really didn't need the privacy film which keeps you from being able to have a view if you wanted to, and the door needs to be solid. Otherwise it's really not that bad compared to some of the others. It seems bright and airy.

[@PitchaS.]

Oh! I am late for this video. Thank you, Usui-San ❤

[@mysteryreader1]

Spidey likes his plant!

[@JediNinja]

Love the windows!!

[@pamisntcraiganymore]

Wow a closet!

[@hessian1776]

Though this micro-apartment looks very clean and modern, I really like the black accent wall with AC unit to match, it seems the builders really wasted space. They could have created a loft space to utilize the high slopped ceiling 😞. That would have freed-up space below in the area you have to somehow fit a full-sized (fold-up/roll-up) bed in. Instead, that space could have been used for an office desk or seating area to relax, and the bed could have been placed in the loft area. All that said, it is a really nice-looking living space and there are some great features like the placement of the washing machine, a nook for the refrigerator, closet/storage spaces, and the toilet/bathtub/shower is well planned out! I am curious, many of the toilet rooms that you have shown do not have a storage rack. There is plenty of space for placement of one (in most cases) - especially, in this one because of the slopped ceiling, as far as materials cost, it is not that much for a board of lumber, four brackets, and four wall screws, right? Thank you again for sharing your micro-apartment adventures, it's always a delightful treat watching your videos 🙂!!

[@vlarids]

This is one of my favorites! I would live in a micro apartment like this!

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment!

[@MuffHam]

I would put a loft bed with desk underneath from Ikea, Along the wall. Put a storage container in closet for socks and underwear. Still will have room for hanging clothes. Entrance way bottom area for shoe storage. Then rest turn into a food pantry. Under sink all my cleaning supplies. Shelf in closet will be used for general storage.

[@CantoCangjie]

The last one was so much better. 😂

[@vikkischaffer2301]

Love the black wall and sloped ceiling, but not enough living space...especially for the money.

[@dawnradel9008]

I would put the closet where the refrigerator goes. Then, have a bar fridge under the counter by the sink. It isn't much, but every little bit of space can make a big difference.

[@5pm941]

No me pierdo tus videos ,gracias por compartir tus conocimientos Usui un saludo para ti y para spiderman.te veo desde Perú .

[@usui503]

Gracias por tu comentario.🥰🇵🇪

[@michellestafford1319]

I actually like this one, with those ceilings its not so boxed in, feels bigger some how. Small bed will do just fine!

[@karenmcdonald8840]

It has a tub, I could live there. I would get a chair that folds out to a bed

[@LisaMarie0627]

I really like this one it's very cool!

[@ManuelGutierrez-j2n]

Como siempre gracias por el video, el ventilador es tan potente que se a llevado el humo de mi cocina😂.El mini es bonito y la zona muy tranquila, y es muy luminoso.El techo inclinado ningún problema la política también está 😂y es bonito el mini.saludos desde España 🇪🇦❤🇯🇵

[@veramasoero8214]

Wonderful location, nice and well equipped, instead of the folding bed I would put a sofa bed with a small table. The slope of the ceiling for me is normal, here in northern Italy the houses are all like this and those who live in attics have these ceilings. Very bright, quite overpriced.

[@ФеофанПетровский]

Неплохой вариант!

[@keilamaldonado6885]

Es muy bonito me gustaron los colores y el techo le da mucha personalidad al apartamento, soy chiquita si entra mi cama 😅

[@AndyMcBookerton]

It’s a bright place and not too small. I think the unique style makes it fun. Probably worth the cost but I can’t say for sure. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@rachelamalia1]

The sloped ceilings can be nice as an esthetic, but it’s mostly wasted space that could have had a few high shelves for storage at least. The location of the toilet and shower make it hard to place other furniture in the living space without blocking the doors. Very impractical layout. But the apartment is different and interesting.

[@kAlvaro]

Frosted glass manages simultaneously to provide lack of privacy when used in front door and make space more suffocating when used in windows.

[@aricbuckholt293]

The sloped ceiling is nice as it makes it feel bigger. It would be awkward for getting everything in though. The angle change on the wall I think makes it a little tough. Really hard to say if I would want to try it out.

[@lisetravis]

Love your videos!

[@ginaturney7068]

I like it. I guess I would get a sofa bed. 😅

[@desktopkitty823]

I wanted to like this one. I started out enjoying the overall look, that it has 2 gas burners and even a small food prep area on the right side of the sink. But then it was obvious the shape was not easy to work with, not being able to fit furniture in. I think this one may need a loft to make it work.

[@vikibobula8930]

The construction plans for micro-housing should be carefully integrated into the city architecture. With a living space of 15 square meters, there is little scope for luxury. As in other examples: outsource washing machines and make them available in common areas. It would be conceivable to integrate an inexpensive canteen/restaurant for the residents into the building complex. The living room, bedroom and bathroom area will then continue to be available for further use. With this rental price, breakfast should be included?) Otherwise it is classic usury!

[@mosaddequereza8750]

Love it !!!!

[@NortherlyK]

Love the shoe storage, spaces for fridge and washer, the closet, the clothes line, and the size of the bathroom. I'd build a lofted bed over by the aircon, but I'm concerned about the amount of space. Hm 🤔

[@RumMonkeyable]

This micro apartment has many things going for it, i.e., location, price, it's new. However, it's layout doesn't allow for a regular bed and desk OR toilet paper storage! I will pass on this one. Thank you, Usui-san, for taking us to visit another Tokyo micro apartment. 👍👏❤ P.S. Who wants to live in an apartment with a full-length frosted front door? Privacy, please. 😲

[@heyokasd]

Some nice features, but such an awkward layout! Also, I am way too hypervigilant for a glass door.

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

i would switch the closet and ref areas and if the wall didn't have a weird angle, a bed could fit

[@CoffeeHound1]

I don’t mind the ceiling…but no real bed? No!

[@gloriacrespo2628]

Hi Usui! I think that the micro of episode 44 is much better than this one and cheaper if I recall correctly. The glass entry door isn’t ideal for me because the lack of privacy.

[@jHqKT2Fq]

晒衣繩和通風孔是在台灣沒有的設計,我喜歡晒衣繩,在室內空間很好運用~😊👏

[@유리의세상-i5m]

狭くても実用的でいい家ですね

[@usui503]

コメントありがとうございます🥰

[@Plum_bird]

It’s a nice apartment, wish the only wall to put the bed was not slanted.

[@malkakossoy3747]

The sloped ceiling is an interesting effect. I would use a futon or a sofa bed so that it's easy to put away. You do have a lot of storage. Having the tp storage so far away from the bathroom when you need it may be a problem unless you find some shelves you can put in the bathroom. I may feel a little claustophobic with the ceiling like that, though. Another wonderful find, though. There is a home for everyone.

[@veraburmistrova6743]

Интересно. Я бы наверно не смогла в таком пространстве жить)

[@hiro0verdrive]

Clearly space design wasn't in mind when they made this one... A shame really :(

[@deirdregarcia2762]

Good luck evacuating our of those small windows😉😉

[@MaddieMadMoo1]

I like this one. It has a lot of light. I would get a loft bed and then you would be bale to have a desk and chair or a reading chair and footstool underneath the bed. I like that there is plenty of storage for clothes and space for a fridgea.

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment! This room was very sunny.🥰🏠✨

[@7passionstar]

This apartment would be perfect for me if the walls were straight. I don't mind a sloped ceiling but I like straight box-like walls. Other than that though, I really like this one and could totally see myself in it. ❤

[@tannertanner8769]

Sloped ceiling okay for a short person. It's nice, the bathing room with a tub is delightful. If the living space were just a little longer there could be room for a bed. This was designed by a human?

[@TheresaPierce-q7f]

Interesting 🤔

[@stevianheartbound]

I'm indifferent to the angled ceilings and the window view doesn't bother me since that means people wouldn't see me either. If I could figure out how to get a computer desk and a bed in that room then we'd be golden.

[@missiiza]

Super caroooo

[@TheImire]

Кое где есть недостатки... жаль не поставить кровать-чердак. А так супер!

[@kaydisney9872]

It's just that where I live you can rent an entire 3 bedroom house with huge garden for that price! My 2 bedroom flat with huge garden, huge Ovington, seperately kitchen, cost £55,000 to buy. I'm in Scotland, not a city to be fair. But only half an hour away from one.

[@agiles6483]

I was so hopeful, but despite more space, shelves for shoes and more, an actual closet, a space for a full size refrigerator and washer, a decent size bathroom with tub and lots of natural , there is not space for a bed and desk based on the layout. The price is excellent for the square footage and amenities, it’s just the useable open space that is poorly designed. Also, I am not sure I would want a frosted glass door, I would have to place something like peel and stick wallpaper on the inside of the door to feel safe.

[@nightwing.3378]

Why does the Japanese wall sockets look so shocked.

[@usui503]

😅🔌

[@nightwing.3378]

@@usui503 😮

[@Squirel]

It seems strange that a bed won't fit in a 15 sq mtr apartment. I liked it when I first saw it because the sloped ceiling and use of colour gave it character, something that is often missing from micro apartments. In most facets it seemed quite spacious - so yes, I would use a folding bed. 5/10 for this one Usui.

[@Daybreaq]

Folding bed or futon only in this one. I was liking this one right up until it was revealed there was no room for a regular twin bed. IMO, that should be the minimum requirement. Possibly, there could have been room for that had they put in a small shower instead of the shower/bath combo. The kitchenette is nice with the two burner stove and place for a pretty large refrigerator and other appliances; but frankly, there is no point to be able to cook a lot if there is no room to sleep or sit IMO.

[@Netro1992]

Place seems perfect for a day bed in that nook, have one of those foldable tables for a desk. Not the best, but that's still pretty good.

[@redhairbun]

For micro it's really not bad. And the ceiling makes the space more complex, i like it. And it's great to have full size fridge, esp. in summer, esp. in Japan 😊. And even cooking will be not a problem (two burnes!!! Wow!) P.S thanks for the flowers 💜🤍

[@usui503]

Thanks for your comment! Japanese summers are hot and humid, so having a large refrigerator is nice.🥳

[@bigmisou2972]

I like it, in France you have sometimes badly appartement, small and more expensive that this one. It is well organize.😉

[@VeraDodelnitsa]

Можно было поставить диванчик маленький , чтобы раскладывался вперёд к шкафу. стиральную машину с вертикальной загрузкой там и места хватит над ней для полки , у окна узкий 20 см столик и стул даже поместится

[@marilynmeade2286]

Not bad has space for washer and fridge and nice private bathroom and shower room Just a very small living space Take care and see you in next video ❤❤❤❤❤

[@usui503]

Thank you for always comment!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@marilynmeade2286]

@usui503 you are very welcome And thank you for the heart ❤️ ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@marilynmeade2286]

@@usui503 your welcome 🤗🤗🤗

[@marilynmeade2286]

Thank you for another heart ❤️

[@leahj139]

Apartment Cat says, "The rent seems a bit steep for that apartment." (pun) "Too much frosted glass makes it cold." (2nd pun) 😸

[@usui503]

😆😺

[@Dakotarunner2013]

I really wanted to like this place since it is so visually interesting. But I just can't see how a bed plus a desk could be set up in this space. I guess a futon and a tiny desk might work, but, if I were looking for a place in Tokyo, I would continue the hunt.

[@christinae30]

I can live with sloped ceiling if it's high enough, but if I can chose normal is better. The light here is good, although I couldn't live with frosted glass, I like to look out. And then have heavy curtains to block view when needed. The wardrobe takes up too much room. The clothes could be stored hanging over the laundry machine and socks and such in boxes in some of the shoe shelves. Then possibly a small desk could be where the wardrobe is now, or at least a folding table. This is not the worst apartement I've seen, but it depends on one having a comfortable enough folding bed. Curtains in front of entrance door.

[@loodwich]

I like all the materials and appliances, but there a lot of wasted space... and a loft to use the height and slope ceilings will be a good solution on this space.

[@sasalan143]

Appartement sympa et chaleureux. Je l’aime bien mais vous êtes obligé de choisir le futon et ça je ne sais pas si mon dos apprécierai 😅