House Tours: A $1800, 275 SQ FT Studio in New York City

Name: Rachael Harvey
Location: New York, New York
Size: 275 SQ FT/26 SQ METERS
Type of Home: Studio
Years Lived In: 1
“The high ceilings and natural light are what first caught my attention about this home,” begins Rachael Harvey, Assistant Membership Director for a synagogue in Manhattan. “I grew up on a busy road, so I especially love being connected to the city through my street view. I feel like I can be a part of the action, but within my own space. I want my apartment to not only share my story, but invite anyone who walks in to become a part of it,” she describes of the 275-square-foot Upper East Side studio apartment she’s been renting.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:19 - Studio layout
1:08 - Tiny Kitchen
3:15 - Storage Solutions
5:25 - Most Indulgent Purchase
6:04 - Best Find
6:31 - Gallery Wall and Hosting
7:36 - Bathroom
7:55 - Home
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[@dianewicks8934]

She is a real joy! Love the extra shelves and other tricks she used to maximize her space. It looks MUCH larger than 275 square feet!

[@webdev477]

What a great way to be in the centre of things, but have your own space to come home to. Things like this take a while, to collect right items & get the ideas. I am in envy with anybody with a design-eye..

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

My parents always said it’s not the size of the home it’s what you do with it 💚 congratulations to her she did a amazing job 😄

[@Doriesep6622]

So true. I had smallish homes and longed for a big house. I thought that would help with the clutter. No! In a large house, I've discovered, if you are not careful you will just have a big clutter.

[@brooklyndecember]

I prefer smaller spaces. Her place is perfect!

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

@@Doriesep6622 👊🏾

[@Sunflowers9191]

I always have a lot of respect for people who make studio apartments work. Having my bed in the same room as my kitchen I would hate. Anyways this is a wonderful and cozy space ❤

[@serenakoleno9338]

I placed my bed in the dining nook of my one bedroom apartment. It's really not so bad. Leaves living room and bedroom available for other uses. The bed makes up to look like a daybed during the day.

[@gregpendrey6711]

She can change the fridge door swing to open the right way 'a la Cash Jordan'. She has at least 8 friends. Cool

[@lolah3838]

Same. I think I could live in a place this size but would need to have my bed/bedroom area somehow bordered off from the rest either with a curtain or folding wall.

[@Sunflowers9191]

@@serenakoleno9338It’s just that I wouldn’t want my bed in the same room as the kitchen.. For my rest it’s better to have a separate for sleeping and the rest is for living

[@Sunflowers9191]

@@lolah3838Yes some sort of separation would make it better although you’d still sleep in your kitchen 😅 anyways I just feel like I have an adorable two bedroom apartment to live in.

[@dorisweems1510]

Wonderful space. I thought that was a real dog until she picked up the pillow, wow.

[@angelica3744]

I started crying when she mentioned that the dog pillow of her now deceased dog is the same size as he was when he was alive. She seems so joyful and kind!

[@mbuck5044]

Decorated beautifully, great use of space, very cozy with lots of natural light. Terrific job of creating separate living space😊 love, love, Apartment Therapy

[@Chantico-oe6wn]

Beautiful! I can’t believe the space is only 275 ft.². You have done an outstanding job at creating separation and curating your possessions!

[@MissHoyden]

She did an excellent job designing her apartment. It’s pretty and usable. I love it.

[@ManDom878]

I would never, ever, live in NY but I do enjoy seeing how NYers deco their little space. Very inspiring and practical. Bravo NYers!

[@tanujamullick8371]

Some day when this young lady has her own much larger home, this studio apartment will remain etched in her heart. Kudos! Best wishes❤

[@ghostgirl6970]

I immediately went to find that peel and stick towel holder. Love her ingenuity in making the storage more usable.

[@neweverymorningmercy3491]

Such a warm inviting place. Clever choices make it seem much larger. The bedroom area really does fade into the background with the way the furniture is set up and gives the feel of it's own little room. The kitchen nook is just darling and nicely separated from the living space. Some really smart and efficient ways to maximize the space.

[@GradKat]

I love it! I never cease to be impressed by the creativity and initiative shown by people who live in small apartments. And that couch - what a find!

[@winterlighthome]

Oh, I love this studio!!!!! Your furniture layout is brilliant, but the kitchen enhancements are the real star of your practical personalization. Such a cozy, lovely, bright home you've created for yourself. Mazel Tov! How is this only 275ft^2?!?

[@user-sc9lr6kz8t]

For a place that is so tiny, it feels so big and warm. Very nice job creating your home :)

[@agnespm4181]

You have made this small space into a lovely home. Thank you for sharing.♥

[@jwoo222]

What an awesome little space! She did such a great job with the design & decoration.

[@brandiealeman9377]

I love this studio. It looks like she has everything she needs.

[@Weedlebyveedle]

That was such a relaxing and welcoming apartment. I couldn’t stop watching.

[@Gabrielle499]

Beautiful & so cozy! Such great decor and a beautiful use of space! 💖

[@prissilou]

A great little apartment, love the way you have made it work. I especially love your dog pillow, how wonderful that your mom made those for the family.

[@bernadettehooper4318]

Clever zoning and storage throughout. Love the "citrus" theme in the kitchen and the artwork in the entire space. Very fresh. Inspired by the extra shelving under the sink and the motion activated light, too.

[@christinahaftmann4065]

Very nice! You might want to add a simple tailored bed skirt to add elegance and hide the clutter. 🏠

[@erinnkemp]

She did a great job.!❤

[@alicenieto3162]

Unbelievably creative. It is so so pretty and practical.

[@charlottehall5191]

Great job maximizing storage in such small space! Love couch. Love dog pillow. So sweet.

[@auroratorres7873]

Rachel is a very charming young lady. She has done wonders with the small space she occupies. I only wish that her landlord would have been graceful enough to give her studio a fresh coat of paint and make her kitchen cabinets a bit nicer.

[@LauraRoberts-ed9nj]

Those 2chairs I bought at Walmart 4my 1st apartment just like that .I only used two and paired it with a free table!!The most comfortable chairs ever!!

[@lolaoh2001]

Great thoughtful details & functional choices! Great couch - what a gift!

[@karonmalingo5798]

Very nice, Rachel. Very homey. Very you. Cheers.

[@kirkwood512]

It’s a beautiful place and you are really clever with all the different ways you maximized the storage spaces! Lovely apartment!

[@just_me_being_jess]

This is such a beautiful and calming home.

[@leslovesliberty1776]

This is absolutely adorable, you did a beautiful job!! ❤🏠✨️

[@1mourningdove54]

Very cute space, and great ideas for extra storage.

[@rockyroad1223]

Everything she says ends in a question??

[@MK-hh1vo]

YES! It's a weird thing a lot of young people do these days. It's called upspeak? 😄 Those who speak this way are great subjects for a drinking game! Take a sip every time she speaks up? 🍷

[@marissarepp2393]

Rachel you have worked magic on your apartment!

[@dian-uh7041]

I loved this apartment tour! 😍 Very creative ideas for this space. I love hearing the stories about the inspiration and origin of the items.

[@maurawhelan3530]

Very nice! Great job in kitchen adding the additional cabinet space. That green really pops. Love the couch find as well! Thank you for sharing! Enjoy

[@lizzabbott]

Wow ! This is gorgeous ! So welcoming and cozy. How you made it look spacious is so impressive. Functional AND artistic

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

It's really a blessing to have your own space that you can call home. 😍😍

[@garlicgirl3149]

Wow! She maximized the space and made it homey without looking messy. Love it.

[@pollytiks3885]

This is a lovely, cozy, well thought out space!! Thank you for sharing it with us!!

[@glendaschwartz5403]

Your apartment is amazing . Your use of space a d functionality is superb. Congratulations. I too, am a huge wizard of oz fan, my husband bought me the same large framed poster. Enjoy you life to the fullest!

[@sandrah4358]

Charming home! She really shows the care and attention she uses to make her home functional and welcoming!

[@mary-joboccadoro7337]

Amazing space! You did a wonderful job!❤

[@loridamico3368]

Love her and her apartment! Great ideas , especially in the kitchen .

[@nicki66]

What a cute place! You have been super resourceful and still it is all beautiful!

[@brennagreenglasspeacock]

Beautiful!! Brilliant use of space ❤

[@michaelcsutton]

so well organised and awesome simple interior design enhancements, love it!

[@lalerej4570]

🎉 such a wonderfull home! I ❤ her ideas and how the studio came out. Very well done 👏👏👏

[@sherrycohen1824]

I love this apartment! I love the person who lives there - so creative and genuine. It sounds as if she has a fantastic mother who inspired her. I'm saving this video because it makes me happy to see this cozy but not cramped place.

[@sueorosz8886]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I love this apartment! The story you tell Rachel is evident in your belongings! Honest and authentic! Just perfection! And that stooped couch! Omg 😳! Magic! And your subway poster over your bed! What a poetic touch!

[@pamelar5868]

Absolutely great home! Wonderful tour. Thank you.❤

[@cassandrabos2176]

Love the create functional aspect.. 10🎉!! Give this a 💯!!

[@sookiebyun4260]

I love what you did with your living space. Beautiful!

[@SonsWrays]

I love, love, your apartment. You did such a great job of decorating.

[@paulineniles370]

You did a great job decorating your small space. You have lots of good ideas. The couch looks great in your space. LUCKY!

[@venuskaraitiana]

Wow what an amazing use of space! Very creative, love it

[@conejita]

Ok as a native i actually think this is a pretty good deal for a studio? Nowadays it’s hard to find something under 2k (sadly.) I do like how much she DIY’ed and added to the kitchen for example and overall while still small I think she did get to make it seem more~~ And i love her dinette area!

[@-greentoad]

I absolutely love your apartment and what you've done with it. You had some great ideas. I really love the feel of it. It couldn't be any better.

[@rebeccaa2433]

This is the best apartment I've seen on one of these episodes. Great job!

[@catherinelam9381]

Wow it definitely doesn't look small. Credit to your decorating skills and talents. How cozy and homey!

[@gloriajean8024]

Rachel did a great job of making her home look cute and cozy, while still being very functional. So, often the small spaces shown doesn’t have a a TV watching area. He’s has a TV complete with a very comfy couch. This is definitely one of my favorites from Apartment Therapy.

[@sapnasarfare2920]

What an amazing space... good use of the space. Looks spacious. Stealing some of the ideas from this beautiful home...

[@user-dh2xh5mi6n]

Super cute and cozy apartment. Great use of space!

[@jfpdc888]

Such an Awesome space. You did an great job in creating such a warm and comfy space. All The Best To YOU!

[@bronwynworkman4552]

One of the most comfortable and lovely studio apartments I’ve ever seen.

[@lydiad3575]

The kitchen shelves are just so lovely. Well executed

[@Doriesep6622]

So cute and inviting! Just precious!

[@kathleenrichardson6695]

Lovely, really lovely. I would love to live in that apartment.

[@stardresser1]

Very resourceful. And charming! She's done a great job. Brava!

[@KerynBellingham-nx7rm]

Beautiful space well done 🌺

[@tenawallace3989]

Amazing job!

[@bonniepwtf]

Nicely done

[@deborahsensenbach7384]

I love the way you display your things and have such a cozy home ... perfect!

[@reneedennis2011]

Cool 😎 apartment! Thanks for the tour!

[@bettymarczyk9769]

This is very good design for such a tiny space.Iv’e seen dozens of these NY tiny apt videos and this one is by far the best 👍

[@tracymorgan5386]

She did a lovely job with her apartment and it’s very sweet holding on her memories of her family beloved dog.

[@nicolegregory4429]

What a beautiful space. Bravo! ~N

[@dawnsullivan7325]

I would never hav guessed it was only 275sq. ft!!!! I absolutely luv ur home!!!

[@LainieB]

You did a great job decorating your space. I love it!

[@carmenreyes387]

Love, love, love your studio apartment!!!

[@pennylane8318]

So Creative and Unique!💕

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

You did a great job on decorating but I love the shelves you built next to the cabinets. NY Street Shopping: great sofa!!! Very cozy and the illusion of space makes it look larger than a studio. Your landlord is lucky to have such a creative tenant.

[@evelina2363]

Just lovely. She has a lot of clever hacks but also great design and décor.

[@rosaliejackson7650]

Love this well done space!!

[@Avabenitez2196]

I love your entire apartment, especially the kitchen! I think it’s just adorable ☺️

[@kamalabalaji4030]

one of the best lil apartments i have seen so far. luv it

[@leslieschmitt7749]

I’m think you have done a beautiful job maximizing your space!! Great job!! ❤😊

[@SC-hu5pz]

Outstanding!

[@jambgsu07]

Wonderful job! I love spaces that show, "this is me".

[@weyustyle]

Love it thank you for sharing.

[@jenniemiettinen3358]

👏👏👏lovely home.

[@phronsiekeys]

So livable! Love it!

[@mariadoeslife4093]

Beautifully organized.

[@beaterose3759]

Lovely design and space for a creative young lady. Enjoyed this very much!

[@dianegoss7181]

Shalom to you dear. Adorable home! Well done.

[@catherineg.9470]

This is a wonderfully cozy space and I so appreciate that she made it look great and on trend on a low budget. I want to hang out here for book club on rainy nights!

[@adeleburrows9013]

Lovely home and lovely presentation.

[@patrobinson6943]

You did an amazing job with your space. I forwarded this to my daughter. 👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽👍🏽