My New (empty) Apartment in South Korea (tour & tips) ~ but I need your help!

[@MeganOsten]

Please let me know - option 1 or 2!? 🤔💭 And as always... . . . much love~ 😉❤️✨

[@sukhs20]

Option 2!

[@denalij.lathrop]

Option 2!

[@helene7672]

for sure option 2. the loft will get hot as the weather is warmer now.

[@vivianamarce666]

Option 1

[@Jing474]

Option 2

[@sarakim1070]

I have been living in Seoul for quite some time now and i have friends that live in officetel as well. From personal experience 100% put your bed next to the window. Beds on the "second floor" are super uncomfortable and you might feel stuffy because of the low ceiling, also during summer it gets pretty hot fast and even the air conditioner can't save you (air doesn't move that much up there). Most of my friends ended up using the second floor as a pantry/plus area where to put clothes etc. Tbh it's quite convenient to use it like that since you don't have much space in the house, especially when you buy in stock (hello coupang lol) or when you have to find a place where to put your winter duvet/blankets etc. Your ceiling looks also pretty low compared to the ones i've seen up to now so i recommend option 2!

[@MeganOsten]

Really amazing advice and I agree with what you’re saying!!! I think I’ll have to bring my bed down in the summer for sure or I’ll die from the heat 🤣😭

[@mattofafnir5654]

I agree to change the mattress to something lower OR bring the mattress down but put it on an elevated frame and put the desk under it.

[@MeganOsten]

Good idea! Sadly, a bunkbed frame like that would be incredibly expensive… but it’s a very good idea!

[@퐁스퐁스-e5y]

딩글에서 보다가 우연히 구독하고 가네여~ 아파트라기 보다는 원룸및 복층 오피스텔로 보여지네여~ 아파트라고 보기에는 좀 작은 공간이네여. 혼자살기에는 아주 편할것 같네여. 한국에서 항상 행복 가득 하세여~

[@milvperez4290]

As someone who like to sleep by a window too, option 2 ftw! know some apartments have a sofa bed and coffee table that pulls at the top up as a desk. I believe you can get that table on Coupang if that’s something you’re looking for.

[@MeganOsten]

I agree! But I actually don’t like sleeping near a window without curtains and I don’t know if I can get them up there with the high windows easily… but yes!! Coupang to the rescue!!! ❤️✨

[@holidayham1988]

Buy thick blankets. Sleep in the floor. A bed is nice, but no need. And when you're not sleeping or laying down, fold them away, creating more floor space.

[@user-gihm_lp9fm]

If you don't mind, I'd like to give you some tips on how to use heating and hot water. 1. Heating: (1) If you want to use heating, just press the heating button. And, if you set the desired temperature for heating temperature control, the boiler operates until the desired temperature is reached. However, this causes the boiler to run for too long and consumes a lot of fuel. (2) If the boiler operation time is reserved, the boiler operates only for the reserved time. This is cost effective. 2. Hot water: (1) If you press the heating button in cold weather like winter, you can use hot water without pressing the hot water button separately when using hot water. If you don't need heating, just press the hot water button. Even if you press the hot water button without using hot water, the boiler does not start, and the boiler starts only when hot water is used. (2) In warm weather that does not require heating, such as in summer, you can use hot water at any time by pressing and holding the hot water button all summer long. So, even in summer you do not need to turn off the boiler. Just press and hold the hot water button. I hope these tips are helpful. If these tips are incorrect, please leave a comment and I will reply. Always be healthy and happy.

[@kaemoon4013]

Personally I think of like how much time I'm investing in each space. So I'd say desk and a chair to tuck under it at the bottom with a sofa bed. Then you could move desk out of the way to pull out sofa bed. Then on any days you need "mattress-sleep" you got your bed upstairs, or on days u can't be bothered--sofa bed is ready as back up lol. Having a good workspace where you'll likely spend a lot of time at is the main reason I would prioritize the desk.

[@MeganOsten]

I totally agree!!! I think a workspace is incredibly important (I’ll basically be living there hahaha). Love this idea 🥰

[@rgwak]

Rice and those salty seaweed snacks are my jam!

[@Blacktown2060]

you're so funny! can't believe so many people haven't found you yet, hope your channel grow to make more people laugh :)

[@uniquelyolmiche4736]

The desk by the window is a must having a large window with natural sunlight when you have to work for hours at said desk is a Must

[@MeganOsten]

YOU ARE OUT HERE READING MY MIND~~ ✨

[@NangNangEE]

[Advice] At winter when the outside temperature goes under zero, make sure you always turn on the boiler and set it on 외출. This way the boiler will pump the water around to prevent a frozen pipe, which is pain in the butt when it happens and costs a lot to repair.

[@joomilim8938]

Thanks for showing us your apartment. How about getting a sofa bed which can be used as a sofa during the day... Sofa + Desk by the window. A small table and 2 chairs for dinning area by the stairs would be nice! Upstairs can be used as storage.. and/or a guest bedroom. :)

[@MeganOsten]

Great ideas! Thank you!! 🥰✨ Sadly, for strange health reasons, I have to sleep on the mattress I already bought… and I really can’t afford a sofa/bed because the ones that aren’t horribly uncomfortable are so expensive… But I agree, places to sit are important! I like the guest bedroom idea too!!

[@MCmelbourne]

Option 2, however you can still have small desk beside the stair and facing the window. And put another shelving unit under the stair for books and other stuff you need to store.

[@MeganOsten]

Great idea!!

[@Tyrita12]

Move that bed girl! For the ease of life! Also make that Amazon wish list!

[@MeganOsten]

🤣🤣🤣❤️ check my Ko-fi page!

[@sairakaizad1035]

Option 3: get a sofa bed / pull out bed and a wide TV table / sofa table / rolling table (amazon) that you can pull either under the stairs or at the sofa. You'll have a second bed if you have guests or don't want to sleep in the loft.

[@MeganOsten]

I love this! I really wish I could but I sadly don’t have the funds… but I’ll keep things like this is mind for the future ☺️✨

[@SmashingFake29]

I would put the bed down. Even though you lose space your future self will thank you 😊 the bed is so important

[@MeganOsten]

I love bed. So much. 😭❤️✨

[@SmashingFake29]

@@MeganOsten exavtly 🤣 someone else suggested a sleep sofa, which I think would be great 👍

[@awander2752]

For one person (which you are!) That's a really cute place! 😀 I like the light-colored floor and walls. Question: Did you ever try a tension rod (usually cheap and used for various-sized windows) plus a shower curtain in your shower? Because that sounds like an excellent idea 😁 👍

[@Gaming_with_Ghosts]

You can get a couch that change into a bed and have both of them down there. My friend has a desk by her window and have the changing couch next to it. if you don’t like my third option, option two

[@MeganOsten]

Great ideas! Sadly… I need to sleep on the mattress I bought for medical reasons… but I could create a bed-like couch with my mattress! Thanks for your input 🥰✨

[@themostenglishperson]

Hooray for storage! In an ideal world changing mattress into a fold away futon but since you gotta use what ya got 100% place the mattress downstairs. It will become you sofa during the day. You can definitely squeeze a desk in against the wall, I think? Then everything not being used daily up in the loft as more storage. Hurrah!

[@MeganOsten]

Great points!! I love it ❤️✨

[@alexismarie670]

I think I would bring the bed downstairs! And then get a desk and put it horizontally sticking out from the stairs across from the wall with the air controls on it if that makes sense?( I wish I could draw a picture and show you what I’m thinking😭) Then you can still be facing the window and you have space for shelves and what not under the stairs😊

[@MeganOsten]

Honestly I think this is what I’ll end up doing eventually - thank you!! ❤️✨

[@EnchantedMoonProductions]

Can you make a video with some info on how you found your apartment and how much you have to pay for deposit/ rent etc? That would be super interesting!!

[@MeganOsten]

I can! I just had a very, very rare situation so I don’t know if my story would be very helpful because it involves having a close friend in Korea who can help you out A LOT. But yes! I don’t mind making this video if others would want to see it 🤷🏼‍♀️❤️

[@EnchantedMoonProductions]

@@MeganOsten what might help with the dry air, is to put some cups with water on the floor when the floor heating is on. The heat should evaporate the water and at least you can use your heating and you don’t have to be so cold :)

[@MeganOsten]

@@EnchantedMoonProductions Great idea!! But I also I don't turn the heat on to save money 🤣

[@theasianunicorn6469]

Well you can put ur desk against the window and having ur lil reading nook under the stairs but maybe consider getting a japanese futon. You’d have to roll it up and out every morning and night but it gives u more space to work with bc it’s not like a permanent space taking mattress. If you have a small corner desk (or big enough to work with desk) against the window on one side and like a twin/single size bed against the window too on the other side, i think that could work too. It depends on how much space u like in general and for a bed tho.

[@MeganOsten]

I wish I could do this idea because it would be so perfect! Sadly, I need to sleep on the mattress I bought for health reasons... So the big mattress has to fit the puzzle somehow.... but I'll figure it out eventually! haha

[@Itsfaiza95]

Option 2 is good 😬

[@MeganOsten]

Thank you for your help 🥰✨

[@stevenmercado4367]

If you haven’t chose yet, option 2 honestly sounds best. And I may have to do the same with my bed at my apartment, since the pictures look very similar to yours and, well, I’m 6’2” 😂

[@dioskyflyer4221]

I vote for loft bed, desk below. For a full separation of sleep and work areas.

[@MeganOsten]

Yes! It helps so much when the places are separate!

[@kuranai999]

Maybe a sofa bed that you can fold out?

[@MeganOsten]

Hmmm… that’s an idea too!

[@ladymc2021]

So Cool! That is an induction cooker and I one one too at home, but American sized :) saves in energy and electric bill! My Mother in law always freezes her garbage too like chicken bones, so it doesn't smell lol Looks like you could get a hidden bed in a couch (hide-a-bed) when you can move it to sleep? Like a light or collapsible desk back and forth when you plan on pulling out the bed and going to sleep? I think this would help you a lot.

[@MeganOsten]

Very good ideas!! Thank you 🥰❤️✨

[@ladymc2021]

@@MeganOsten Awww so glad you liked the ideas! I am used to having lived in a small flat in England, so definitely used to a lot of compact ideas lol 😆

[@battyboo7953]

I was having some curiosity about coupang so I looked into it and I saw there’s this kinda like shelves you put over the bed it has wheels so when you don’t want it you push it back against the wall and it’s like bed frame shelving unit and when you wanna use it just roll it upfront and use it , I’m sure it has a name but I can’t think about it atm but basically it’s kinda like table , idk how it’s gonna be with only a mattress but maybe there’s similar options , I’m sure there’s even more options you don’t have to buy it there but it’s definitely gives you an idea of furniture you can find for small places in Korea

[@MeganOsten]

I believe I know what you're talking about! It's a good idea that I will look into ❤️✨ Thank you for your help!~

[@MCmelbourne]

The loft will just be good for guest who might like to visit you. But they might just need to use futon/foam bed not a mattress so they can seat. A mattress will not be ideal for the loft.

[@MeganOsten]

Both are good ideas!!! Thank you~

[@MCmelbourne]

I made created a quick 3D for your reference

[@acejin5]

Definately i will choose option 2! i have experience with sleeping upside just like that, I put all the stuff to upstairs which i not really use often after I realized that I could not get deep sleep anymore at upstair area. i know Bok-Chung (double floors) is just good looking(it was attractive to me) but not be recommended in real life.

[@MeganOsten]

Yeah… It’s a complicated story but I really didn’t have a choice anymore when it came to my apartment… but I am SO thankful to be living in this location and that the building is more new. I didn’t want the high-rise but I ended up being okay with it because it does give me more space ❤️✨ and again… I really didn’t have a choice anymore 🤣 Thanks for your input ☺️

[@angie2331]

option 1 would be best!

[@MeganOsten]

Thank you for commenting ❤️✨

[@Likeagirllife1234]

First question l, can you get a lower bed? If not, I agree with the sofa bed for dual purpose living.

[@MeganOsten]

After thinking it over… Since I already bought the mattress I own, I can’t afford to buy another sofa or couch because they’re really expensive (and cheap ones are usually very uncomfortable). But thanks for your help 🥰✨

[@samih5916]

Maybe you should get a sofa bed, the bed you have right now should not be at the ceiling.

[@MeganOsten]

I wish I could… but I really have to sleep on this specific mattress for health reasons 🥺😔

[@godstudio2385]

have a bunker bed which have a desk and a bed

[@peyuvariables4411]

Hi Megan,i am finally in south korea quarantine and I am enjoying as no option🙂.Do you really think this quartine will be removed?

[@MeganOsten]

I’m so glad you made it here! 🥰✨ Korea is becoming very very relaxed with all of the rule changes so… it’s possible! But I have no idea for sure

[@rgwak]

Move the bed down and get the small desk. You already know what it's like sleeping up there and don't like it. (Ugh, this video was a year ago.🤦‍♂ )

[@kiokuinnit]

Hey I was wondering how were you able to find your apartment and how much was the deposit and monthly rent? I'm moving to Sogang university soon and I'm looking for a place to stay. I hope to hear from you soon!

[@karenedwards3938]

option 1 what about a small pull out couch and leave bed up in the loft.

[@MeganOsten]

I like this idea 😍✨ I just sadly need a desk really bad but I like this!!

[@vittoria4913]

would you be able to fit a desk under the staircase? or would it be too awkward?

[@MeganOsten]

I had thought of that too!! But it’s awkwardly too small…. I’ll probably have to put a desk against the ladder which isn’t the end of the world~

[@MC-bb3ov]

Hey, thanks for sharing this! Would you mind sharing how much is the rental and deposit?

[@MeganOsten]

I will once I give an official house tour (after it’s decorated and stuff) 🥰✨

[@onegiuk]

My acrophobia wouldn't let me sleep up there so even if it looks weird/awkward I'd still bring the bed down

[@MeganOsten]

My friend who also has acrophobia came to visit my apartment and couldn't believe I slept all the way up there either... honestly, it'll be much easier if it's on the first floor but I'm starting the think the desk by the window is a priority... can't wait to see what I finally come up with hehe~

[@wrybloed7297]

Hi, out of topic question.. After the quarantine changes, should I still get a Korean sim card for my phone before going there? :D

[@MeganOsten]

No right or wrong answer really! I would say it depends on what visa you’re coming on and whether or not you want to take a taxi from the airport or save money and take public transportation

[@wrybloed7297]

@@MeganOsten im just coming as a tourist :)

[@Maria-dx7dh]

Are foreigners visiting with the K-ETA allowed to use public transportation like the subway? Or like the restaurants do we have to prove that we are vaccinated?

[@maifidnsjsns]

of course you can use the subway

[@MeganOsten]

Yes! Everyone allowed to use public transportation on a day-to-day basis - you probably saw the post about regulations that only apply to individuals who JUST arrived in Korea~

[@T.K.P.]

You need to find another apartment? It's too small of a room. But for now, option 2.

[@MeganOsten]

I don’t mind the size! Location and newness of building was more important for me… but hopefully I could afford a bigger apartment in the future ❤️

[@T.K.P.]

@@MeganOsten well, you could use a foldable wall table, so that you can fold it and below put bed. Hope those stairs can fold too. In apartment newness is very important, and location is important when you are out, i totally understand. If you were sharing apartment, you could afford a bigger one, hopefully in future ✨

[@learnkoreanwithKorean]

옵션 2 . 👏👏👏

[@MeganOsten]

감사합니다~

[@learnkoreanwithKorean]

@@MeganOsten 나중에 어떻게 하셨는 지도 보여주세요.

[@Brian-qq3oy]

I have a quick question, do we need an arc to travel domestically in korea? Also i would go with option 2 :)

[@MeganOsten]

You do not need an ARC to travel domestically! 😁❤️✨

[@Brian-qq3oy]

@@MeganOsten thank you so much!

[@victoriastyles5630]

Hi Megan, What would you recommend a tourist to pay with in Korea? Is there something like a debit card or credit card for tourists?

[@maifidnsjsns]

check with your bank if you can get a travel credit card - if you use your debit theres usually international fees

[@MeganOsten]

In the description box below I list the cards I use for travel! Very very important that your card have no international transaction fees!!

[@키보드무술]

눈이 파란색! 👀

[@NangNangEE]

Can the mattress (fit)go under the stairs?

[@MeganOsten]

Sadly no 😔

[@플그림-e2e]

Search for a bunker bed on Naver

[@MeganOsten]

Good idea! It would need to be very cheap though hahaha

[@astanleyp]

Just curious. Why do you keep going back during the pandemic? How much of your life has been stuck in quarantine up till now?

[@MeganOsten]

I’m going after my dreams so every day in quarantine is worth it for me ❤️✨ plus, now is when people have more questions about traveling because of covid…. So it’s a great opportunity to love on others and give helpful updates 🥰

[@astanleyp]

@@MeganOsten I like it.

[@astanleyp]

@@MeganOsten Good for you! I lived in Seoul for 10 years and loved it. But I don't think I could ever visit under these conditions. Being locked away for 14, them 10, then 7 days? Not for me. It seems like jail to me. I will visit again later, I have family there.....but not till this is over. God bless you as you go after your dreams. Option 2.

[@MeganOsten]

@@astanleyp Yeah... It really felt like jail but I also stayed SUPER busy with KZbin (I taught myself how to use Final Cut Pro) so time went by quickly~ But thankfully things are looking up quarantine wise!

[@astanleyp]

@@MeganOsten Yes! I heard, from you!

[@itw1931]

I would downstairs ☮️

[@MeganOsten]

Eventually the bed will have to come down! It’ll get hot up there 🤪 so yes!

[@gecko499]

You need a murphy bed or a fold-away

[@MeganOsten]

Sadly I can’t because I need to use the mattress I have for medical reasons… but it would be nice yes… it’s okay! I’ll make it work 💪🏼

[@faterosario7872]

Change the mattress

[@MeganOsten]

Sadly I can’t…. I had to buy this specific mattress for health reasons 🥺😭

[@faterosario7872]

@@MeganOsten oh I see. Cuz I thought better keep your bedroom away from entering.(living room) **of course if you won’t invite anyone than it doesn’t matter 😅

[@MeganOsten]

@@faterosario7872 Yeah just me~~

[@godstudio2385]

have same pink v gummy which my mom has heheheheh.

[@JUSTKOZ]

Can I live with you please, im poor.

[@MeganOsten]

I can hardly fit myself in here 🤣

[@JUSTKOZ]

@@MeganOsten darn, thats okay. May you only have success in your life 👍