IKEA'S 570 SQFT Tiny Home for a Family of 4!?!

Today we ventured to Ikea for to buy a high chair for Sunny. I always tell people to avoid Ikea on the weekends, but I broke my own rule!
On the way to the Marketplace, we found a 570 SQ FT tiny home model space, set up for a family of 4!!!!
Take a tour with us to see some of the space saving tips!

[@mrs.sherry]

I say hire her as your sales lady. Even carrying a baby she went and did a thorough job of showing the entire house and pointing out every detail.

[@sheilaettuk5226]

Exactly thats what i thought lol at first i thought it was her home

[@torriebrown9607]

Agree

[@melaniel.s8990]

Great sale's lady w/baby goes over whole house. Nice Tiny 🏠

[@heatherg6939]

What a sweet baby ~ she’s so good and watching everything you’re doing!

[@KimLewis]

Heather Forbis-Grice thank you! She’s such a sweet girl - my bestie! :)

[@Mr_PNW]

Sign of intelligence. Sits, studies and takes it all in. It’s the screamers and fidgeters that will bring down society.

[@mercedesb2299]

I was thinking the same thing. I am going to have to watch the video again to see the house, I got caught up watching the baby. She was taking everything so seriously as if mom was showing her how to manage the nuclear reactors to save the world. I would love to know what was going through her head, she was sooo serious

[@tiashaghosh9707]

Your daughter remains so quiet throughout the whole video! She's such a good baby 😌♥️💗

[@KimLewis]

Tiasha Ghosh thank you, yes she is such a sweet girl. We love her soooo much!

[@lucyinthtesky5927]

she’s like “yeah I need that, love that...I’ll take that too”

[@SuzyQ2022]

@@KimLewis That's why she such a sweet baby, because she KNOWS she loved. It makes all the difference in the world when we treat our children with lot's of love!!! 🥰💞

[@gdaymates431]

Forget about the apartment, I want your arm strength haha.

[@KimLewis]

Temps lol thanks. Girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do :)

[@missis_jo1017]

Pro tip: never engage in arm wrestling with a mom of a toddler 😉! 😅

[@AbdullahQ1993]

There’s truly nothing more powerful than a mom.

[@toastysunrise3788]

Haha we were thinking something similar too!

[@bryanmmusic]

Eh, it's more about hips than arm strength.

[@stacey9003]

Darling little home...but the baby on her mama's hip is even more adorable! What a sweet little girl.

[@KimLewis]

Stacey thank you! She is so loved :)

[@rnptenafly]

The dishwasher is at 6:10, to the left of the sink. They used a matching panel to blend it in to the rest of the kitchen.

[@KimLewis]

Rachel Perlow yes, thank you! I realized that after we published this.

[@miss_xenia_]

Yes! Dishwasher and fridge are often hidden away in Northern Europe 🤗

[@flamingpieherman9822]

Your little girl is so adorable! She's looking at everything!!

[@KimLewis]

flamingpie herman thank you! She’s the best!!!

[@flamingpieherman9822]

@@KimLewis I love it when you see that kind of bond between a mom and baby...shes precious.

[@shanarablue339]

A lot of negative comments, wow, this is an idea for you to start with its your imagination that takes it forward, this probably a very basic low budget option for the non DIY folks , I like this , it's better than what a lot of folks live in ,in 2019/20.

[@josephtorres3229]

Surprised how much praise was given for appears to be a small, yet cluttered apartment.

[@ToniM10]

Negative Comments come from Negative ppl...living Negative lives.... 🙄

[@RVBadlands2015]

You couldn’t get to the books without the ladder. I lived in Germany for years and all the apartments are small like this I loved it.

[@BettyHaney101]

Well done, good to see you do this tour with baby in tow and with one on the way. Shows the functionality of the space in real time. Great job!

[@KimLewis]

Jewels Jewels thank you so much for watching, and for your encouragement:)

[@RamonaRayTodosSantosBCS]

IKEA should be paying you to advertise for them lol

[@Lotna]

Ramona Ray Probably is.

[@KimLewis]

Lol that’s too funny. Thanks!

[@KimLewis]

Ewa Reytan they certainly are not paying me! We went there to shop for a high chair and ran into this space, so thought we’d share it! Thx for watching!

[@alvinkoh5556]

She likes everything ! IKEA should hire her as their mouthpiece. :)

[@roseasher9487]

At first I couldn't focus because I couldn't stop staring at the adorable baby. Great job you are very thorough and what a well-behaved baby.

[@janethartwig774]

Great video. IKEA should hire her. If you live in California it is dangerous to have bookshelves (or anything) up high like that unless you have sturdy straps securing the contents.

[@santiajean4934]

You are a strong lady...♥️👩‍👧‍👧👍 you should be rewarded for that presentation

[@johannaand4624]

This is the average size of a Swedish apartment, so I wonder if that's why your IKEA store went with this size. Sweden is also the country with the most single households (20% of the population), so that explains why our apartments are smaller. Some Swedish facts for y'all, lol. I discovered your channel yesterday and love it! :)

[@MJ-mm1iv]

Terry gentile.sounds beautiful.i Agree about having too much stuff.we don't need so much.sounds beautiful.glad you are happy !

[@roxannerandle9155]

THANKS FOR FILMING TO SHOW US THE LAYOUT OF THE BUILD, VERY ACCESSIBLE AND COLLABORATIVE COLOR COORDINATED BEAUTIFUL BABY GIRL, SHE'S ADORING MOMMY ALL THROUGHOUT THE VIDEO. CONGRATS ON BABY BOYAND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[@jimzaharia5327]

Ikea should hire these 2 as spokespersons! Mom is likeable, & the baby is cute as hell!

[@mariaroca5762]

You have the cutest baby, so chill.

[@mzohio2u335]

That is so nice & I love the storage for the dishes in the island❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@kathleenmacdonald5511]

tHAT BABY IS SO CUTE AND SO GOOD!

[@coppertopvon]

I saw the title and thought Ikea was selling tiny homes but I see it's just how you can use Ikea to decorate a tiny home.... LOL

[@theunseen8054]

Would you really want an Ikea House????

[@InfernosReaper]

@@theunseen8054 Yeah, after day 3 of still not being able to figure out how to put it together, we'd have to just give up and one something else.

[@jaybee608]

@@theunseen8054 yes

[@coppertopvon]

The UnSeEn "Wanting" one isn't the point....just stating what I thought the title meant....STAY ON TOPIC.

[@MyUltimateStuff]

Can you imagine the kit instructions ? 😮

[@staceykersting705]

Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@chosenone828]

Awww you had your baby😊❤ thankx for the tour

[@dianematlock7922]

Aww she's a cutie...thank you for the tour.

[@jwebs94]

I lived in a 600 sq ft, 3 bedroom apt with my kiddos in student housing at LSU. The only thing that felt small about it was the kitchen --tiny apt stove, only about 6 sq ft of floor space. The layout here makes it look bigger than that apt.

[@mysharona243]

Jane Know It All Geaux Tigers!

[@Ronniet2002]

I have been looking for some shoe storage for my entry way. Never even thought to check ikea. Thanks.

[@banga8080]

1st time on your channel great vid 👍🏾

[@annikawheble9593]

That's so cool. I have a livingroom and kitchen in the same room, so need to use the space, but separate bedroom

[@DMills-un1tl]

Can’t believe all that is just 570 s.f.. Also can’t believe she’s holding a baby that can’t be more than one and is just a few months away from having another. Talk about a busy life!

[@Fancyfarmgirl23]

D. Mills mine are 9 m 12 days apart FEB 26th and dec 9 th -‘95

[@Fancyfarmgirl23]

And that was kids #3 & #4

[@fanfare100]

They'll be buddies

[@qualicumwilson5168]

I once saw a telethon program where they had two cute little girls, looked like twins. When asked if they were twins they said :-" No, they were born exactly nine months apart". The interviewer said that was amazing. The innocent answer was "I do not know why, but everyone says that!"

[@alfig001]

Loved the video... thanks for tour

[@denisesalt9729]

I am an Ikea nerd. I go there with my nieces and nephews to eat and hangout. Love your video and that is the cutest baby.

[@ah5721]

I've lived in 580sq ft. With just me and hubby we went minimal and it still was hell. Never again ! We are now a family of 4 in bout 900sq.ft. and I dream of 1,200 feet. We desperately need a 1 &1/2 bath. And a crafting room. But getting new ideas are great!

[@Citizenesse8]

Love this vid and came back to watch again. That baby was so adorable and I wonder how everyone is doing now.

[@hel3319]

Love this. Need to go to my local Ikea asap.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Use dishwasher drawer for glasses, bowls and silverware. Wash plates and pots by hand. Easy.

[@da1stamericus]

Ikea knows this as the Dutch homes are naturally smaller. Our home which is called spacious is only 860 sq ft. And we have three bedrooms. Our old home was also only 550 sq ft. Ikea rocks.

[@kathykov1]

3 bedrooms in that small space? I'm in that size with a one bedroom apartment. I just came imagine have to share this space with two more bedrooms.

[@amara560]

@@kathykov1 What kind of lavish bedrooms and living rooms do you have in your country? 860 sq ft with 3 bedrooms fits easily.

[@missis_jo1017]

@@kathykov1 Wow, we are a family of six in a 72sqm (less than 860sqft) flat. 3 rooms, a bath and a kitchen. We are doing very well like that in central europe (though in this city 72sqm is considered rather small for 6 people).

[@missis_jo1017]

Isn't IKEA swedish, not dutch?

[@kathykov1]

@@missis_jo1017 WOW!!! That's incredibly small for US standards. Here in the US, it's not considered a bedroom if it doesn't have a closet. Check out my apartment. It's the 3rd unit down. 786 sq ft. www.durangocanyon.com/floor-plans.aspxx I can't see 6 people living in this space. Not even 3.

[@annekekonstantine4593]

Those books are sure to fall in an earth quake with no rail on the shelf.

[@Here_Today_]

Adjust accordingly to one's geography

[@walk2miles]

Great ideas! Thank you.

[@davidcattin7006]

Sunday at IKEA! You are very brave! I love IKEA! The baby is SO cute! My favorite apartment was 600SF; plenty for a single guy, tho I even had temporary roommates, wouldn't recommend it! LOL!

[@mamaeli8101]

I’d like that much space. That living/kitchen/dining area would be more than enough for my family.

[@D-Dollie]

I have that tiny desk!!! Bought it because I live in a small flat, so it fits in one corner of the living room! It’s perfect for a laptop.

[@KimLewis]

Oh cool, great to hear and thanks for sharing! Home office space is a must these days!

[@jillgott6567]

Great job reviewing Ikeas tiny home

[@MJ-mm1iv]

Teri gentile.sounds like a lovely little home.awesome view for sure!

[@terigentile9726]

The view IS incredible; sunrise in the am and sunset in the pm - all over the water; can’t get much better than that. Went from 2000 sq. ft. to the 385 and not looking back. The more space you have, the more STUFF you have. Also, it was very cathartic getting rid of all the stuff I DIDN’T need. Love, love, love it. 👍🏼

[@sayalikhot6751]

Omg your little baby is so adorable. She is a cuteness overload.

[@KimLewis]

Thank you 😊

[@jonzwikk1582]

Like baby yoda?

[@family-peace-love]

Brilliant ideas thanks for sharing

[@antoniojohnson3925]

Wish the bed would flip up and convert to desk would save even more space

[@DustyC75080]

Bam, that’s a completely functional, subtle, yet simple design hack they should incorporate.

[@potatozinc]

not doable for a married couple with children. I can tell you it is common for kids to climb into parents’ bed while one is working at the desk. Sometimes it is optimal to keep them all in 1 room if the other parent is out and one needs work done, especially when the living room is not suitable for writing,/using laptop, etc. just uncomfortable to setup in living room.

[@ramonarichardson7904]

I will have to check it! ❤

[@odieyama7]

Well done, Kim.

[@thepunadude]

WOW ... NOW IF THEY WOULD JUST MAKE THE BUILDING THAT ALL THAT STUFF WILL GO IN!

[@Smooshes786]

Look at apartment sized stainless steel dishwashers. We've had 2 and they do good work in a smaller space. Perhaps 18 in. wide

[@MrMattChristensen]

We have an 18 inch wide. It’s good for plates, cups, bowls and silverware but not pots and pans or bigger items. But you can run them full more often and not waster energy/water.

[@KimLewis]

Donna M yes great idea! The dishwasher drawers work well too

[@hastii36]

Wish I had her energy!! I wouldn't suggest storing any sort of linen above a toilet, unless it is enclosed in something. With guys using the bathroom, your linens will invariably get backsplash, and smell accordingly. Also, I wouldn't put stools near glass, as knees are sure to break it.

[@anthonysinclair5721]

Wow you must have enjoyed a few cups of coffee before you brought us on that great mini house tour! lol

[@jovanalmen8660]

That's probably just her. She reminds me of the (wife) in the movie [The Other Woman].

[@nellievanellie9935]

Anthony Sinclair she’s young, i’m getting tired just watching her from my armchair lol!

[@elijahdonaldson2518]

I liked the video, it's just when people review items or products I would appreciate the cost involved.

[@pattiannepascual]

That's one heck of a nice tiny house!

[@Palantir_Daily]

That was really cool!

[@KimLewis]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@areyes16536ar]

THAT'S WHAT I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR A DRESSER, THAT ROLLS OUT AND A BIG OLD LONG SING AND ROLLING DISH CABNET, AND OTHER GOOD IDEA, BEAUTIFUL, I'M GOING TO IKEA. MARIA.

[@ericsgranny8933]

Excellent!

[@jeanshimpeno45]

We just purchased a tiny home and are planning on selling our big home and moving to it full time. Looking forward to the downsizing.

[@finned958]

Open shelves, hooks, and rods adds clutter. That’s why modern homes have closets to hide your stuff. Stuff everywhere is not organization. Those storage curtains are never closed.

[@leighsutherland6222]

I agree about the cluttered look. However, it is very popular. What is organized to someone may not be to your taste, but it does not mean it is not organized. I do not understand your comment about closets. Most modern styles use open shelving and storage hooks! Closets are not modern. Walk in closets are more common than in the past, but certainly closets have been around for ages.

[@finned958]

Leigh Sutherland In reference to closets, Ikea was showing a storage area with curtains. This may happen if you have a loft apartment, which Ikea seems to suggest what it’s furniture is designed for. Most homes have closets with doors to hide your stuff. Yes, closet organizers have open shelving and hooks, but you close the door and no one sees your stuff. It’s better to have a built in closet with doors. Even better to have a walk-in closet.

[@randomperson537]

Sorry don't like it - too much stuff out on display. Definitely needs closets to put stuff in.

[@reenougle]

I don't understand the bookshelves at ceiling height. I wouldn't want to climb a ladder every time I want to get a book!

[@kathyyoung1774]

reenougle Me either. I’m elderly and handicapped now and can’t climb ladders.

[@kennethsouthard6042]

Or have one fall on my head

[@reenougle]

@@kennethsouthard6042 Absolutely!

[@JamesMichaelDoyle]

the obvious thing is not to put anything up there that you frequently use. also being "elderly and handicapped" is a real stupid reason to comment about. you are in the minority, you want them to cater everything to you, and those in your similar situation and waste the space for the majority? they also are not forcing you to buy it all and copy it exactly. and to be honest, physical books are a collecting thing now. there is no reason otherwise, they are more expensive, consume space, and can be lost and damaged. the only reason to have a physical book is to collect and display them.

[@KimLewis]

This idea is certainly more for books don’t need to access much, maybe some you’ve already read but don’t want to get rid of.

[@beaglesrfun5896]

I like the 750(?) sq ft display they have. My only concern is placement of windows while maximizing wall space for storage.

[@tumblehome4522]

I bet there is a dishwasher, to the left of the sink with a cabinet door cover.

[@TheDecoCottage]

TUMBLE HOME Yup, Ikea makes a dishwasher that works with their cabinet doors so you can integrate it. I plan to do that in our kitchen when we renovate. We have a super small kitchen so I think it makes the kitchen appear bigger if you don’t break a run of cabinets with an appliance.

[@IrishDoesVlogs]

theres a dishwasher walking around?

[@jennifermuirhead1919]

This lady is amazing! But i would say I am more amazed how well behave the baby on her arms. She never fuzz!

[@JoanneSgrignoli]

Wow! Thank you!

[@5150pearl]

lots of energy you have . looks like another baby on the way lol . great video and happy holidays

[@KimLewis]

Alex Vandrummer thank you so much!

[@651LYS]

What a good baby you have!

[@coonhoundqueen9216]

Cute i have a River ..dog as well. But im sure yours is much more "tolerable" than mine. ...just kidding its the breed i chose wouldnt have any other. You sound like a real neat family. Not sure why i got your channel but was fun to watch. Good thoughts and well wishes to you and your family....and your River as well

[@val6937]

New subscriber! I love IKEA too!

[@Tanya-rr8gz]

Thanks for sharing 🥰

[@NataGeo83]

I wish I could see the floor plan before the video... such a nice ideas

[@anombrerose6311]

For high storage, those scissor-extension pull-downs... Lever action... Let the features do the heavy lifting... so many modern tech innovations...

[@ackman3981]

That might not be safe for small children. They like to touch things and might hurt themselves. No matter how "safe" it is made. That is more suited to older children like teenagers or even adults.

[@pC-zd4qj]

You and your baby are adorable :)

[@coldpizzasoda8641]

I used to live in a 500 sq. ft. studio apartment and this looks twice as big. I had minimal stuff in mine too and always kept it neat so it wasn't due to having a lot of stuff or anything like that.

[@lmb4876]

what a beautiful baby you have!!

[@aimeyblessedmayberry3157]

OMG! It's like the tiny home designers went into your mind & created the Kim Lewis tiny home for a family of 4!

[@gregnulik1975]

Wouldn't the entryway mirror be better positioned on the other wall, even if it's divided into sections?

[@pamelamolina5623]

IKEA rocks and u my dear carry that baby around w one arm wow.!!!!

[@putthemoneyinthebag7931]

Plot twist:that's actually there house

[@jaybax2083]

One of the best BABY videos on youtube.

[@KimLewis]

Jay Bax thank you :) she’s a sweetheart

[@cpd969]

Would love to see IKEA shoud start building homes too.

[@FayJayLins]

They are! They just announced it

[@tasneemshams2522]

I saw one of their model in Stockholm which was 375 sqft. Perfect for a couple or a single person. I was amazed the way they utilized that space with everything. sofa turned into a bed,storage space,washer dryer ,dishwasher,shower space .I mean whats not there!And the design amazing!

[@kathyyoung1774]

Tasneem Shams SPACE is what’s not there. Most of us have more stuff than will fit. I’m in my seventies and don’t want to open an uncomfortable sofa bed and put sheets and blankets on it every evening. My books, camping gear, and filing cabinets would fill the whole thing without any furniture. Fine for someone who likes this, but most won’t, so her repeatedly saying “This is all you need” is absurd.

[@KimLewis]

Kathy Young True! Everyone has different needs and this might certainly not be enough space for “all you need”. Tiny home living is more about trying to pair down things we don’t need. Anyway, thanks for watching!

[@beckymiles8807]

Thank you, hi, cute little baby girl, 🍼👑🌞😁

[@honeyccampbell8687]

Impressive

[@lizatl1]

New subscriber from Mobile, AL

[@lizellis213]

I think there was a camouflaged dishwasher to the left of the sink... :D

[@KimLewis]

You are correct! I missed it in the video! Thanks for the catch

[@Moore2Lifepantrylovinprepper]

we recently down sized by over 900 sq we went from 2400 to 1500. So freeing to lose all the hassle of caring for so much stuff and space. We did how ever do a kitchen remo and used space in the kitchen literally left empty of cabinets or any other storage by the previous owner. I chose not to have a dishwasher. We are empty nested and I wanted the storage more so than the washer, that would take several days to fill before I could justify using it. It also eliminates us ever having to spend the money to replace it. I guess my point is, you're never too old to make a life change, have less baggage in your life, simplify your lifestyle and realize that less can mean more =)

[@summerraines804]

Where are the future grandkids & kids gonna stay when they come over for holidays?

[@nellievanellie9935]

Am i the only one that is watching this vid because of that adorable precious baby on her hips? She is going on about the house but the real gem is her baby. I miss my babies who are all grown, looking forward to grandkids:)

[@ElizaDolittle]

This lady and her husband (and their house) were featured on Living Big in a Tiny House - a you tube channel about small houses. And yes, their baby is adorable!!

[@KimLewis]

The real gem is definitely our baby girl! I agree :)

[@jodiadams5648]

Dishwasher was disguised next to under sink cabinet

[@lauraz2896]

I’m amazed that the baby did not squirm or make a peep. IKEA should be paying you!

[@elizabethcope1502]

Interesting.

[@lunatik5194]

I need a shorter shoe storage like that

[@homebase967]

This is very cool!! Thanks for touring this!!

[@filipinananaylifeabroad7519]

Only entrance for the bathroom is through the master bedroom?

[@ratatouille2627]

I was just looking at the kid!

[@WinnieLuthienThye]

it feels like they can use a lot of vertical space because there are no windows and no doors in the showunit. A little bit more difficult to execute when you have to consider windows and doors..

[@Bwelder1000]

I'd like to see the floor plans

[@nina-maeforde3269]

Your daughter is so cute

[@rosehatter]

this is very interesting how much does it cost though