NEVER TOO SMALL: Modern and Cosy Studio Apartment with a Retro Vibe, Poland 38sqm/409sqft

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Interior architect Mikołaj Ziemiński of EMTE studio has crafted a bold neo-retro apartment, seamlessly blending striking retro elements with contemporary design. Central to the studio is a built-in shelving unit that separates the bedroom from the living room. Defined by evenly spaced square shelves and finished in textured plywood that matches the kitchen, the unit provides a modest backdrop to more eccentric furnishings, including a curved red plastic pendant light and a pink velvet sofa. Beyond aesthetics, the space is highly practical, with thoughtful touches like a ribbed cast-iron radiator for functionality and retro appeal, and blue Luxfer glass bricks in the shower that allow natural light to filter in from the bedroom.
#smallapartment #architecture #interiordesign
Ep 192
Project Name: Neo Retro Apartment
Architect: emte.studio/
Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee
Director: Nam Tran
Cinematographer: Mariusz Gajdzik
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Editor: Sebastian Tibbs
Music: Artlist.io
Making Bread by Michele Nobler
Pappa - Instrumental Version by mee
Someplace Else by Adi Goldstein

[@yunahkim4667]

The blue glass tiles, the bedroom light fixtures, the clever use of mirrors and the red light fixtures - make for a beautiful space. so interesting to see the use of pastel colors now, such a fresh change from black & white & stainless.

[@AimaNideot]

This is not even my preferred style, but for me this is one of the best designed appartments on this channel. So quirky, warm, well thought out and colorful. Really well done!

[@samuel.jpg.1080p]

This is one of the best design in this channel so far. I love how the current design still used some portion of the previous layout and the whole renovations are done without expensive materials. Feels so cozy to live in while also looking incredibly clean. This is such a well thought-out design

[@caso6481]

I like that this was done without expensive materials, but it still looks great!

[@cowboyxboombap]

The bathroom is absolutely stunning. You'd be hard pressed to find a bathroom executed that well in a luxury home with thousands of square feet.

[@EnricoOldoni]

Man, once I saw that radiator I couldn't see anything else. Absolutely stunning!

[@smokypoo]

One of the nicest small spaces I have seen so far😊. Amazing what you can fit in the space when cleverly thought out🎉

[@stephanieaya3992]

This space is lovely and well thought out. I love that it’s not just white, and there are strategic splashes of color. Every opportunity to incorporate more storage without taking up extra space is a huge goal met for tiny living areas. 5 stars! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@thefineletterco.7199]

Really thoughtfully designed! I love that you can buy an empty shell in Poland! Makes total sense!

[@mon6745]

I didn't realize how excited I could get from Blue grouting omg 😂😂😂 this is such a beautiful and accessible reno. I really love what they did here 😊

[@elisaruano7704]

I hardly ever comment on your videos, although I watch them all. But this one is different. So well done and thought out. Kudos to the architect/designer and the owner of the apartment for choosing him.👏👏👏

[@kimberleyrigg7503]

Great design that also feels like a home. A lot of these designs feel like show homes which is fine if you like that look but this one feels cozy and lived in.

[@alicechown1519]

Great to see a design with lots of comfortable seating! So many of the never too small spaces lack any place to lounge and spread out.

[@fabiolal1420]

La bandera de México fue un gran toque para la sala 😅, muy lindo el departamento. ¡Viva México!🇲🇽

[@lululand1653]

Thank you this was a great apartment. Everything is perfectly positioned and thought through, kudos to Mikolaj.

[@tiaaa7108]

Love that pink couch 💓

[@luluscrooge3891]

I was still only on the floor plan part of the video but after that, I knew I would love it. It's so practical and functional, and it didn't look lifeless with all the pops of colors. Please feature more like these!

[@user-lk3zf5gi8y]

Love the blue-gray-ish paint they used on the walls and the blue paint on the drawer in the bathroom. +stunning lamps especially the stick lamps and the red one. And that radiator is one of a kind!

[@chloeuntrau4588]

Love it! bedroom completely private! seems much bigger than it is! love the radiator...

[@annalinder.visualpoet]

Love the thought out ideas and as the architect says “comfort and practicality” of this space. And it’s beautiful and calming as well. An apartment that feels truly as a home.

[@VictorABalan]

The bathroom was also my favorite room 😍 Also, I love how cleverly they used mirrors

[@sew_overthis]

I love this space! A lot of the places featured on this channel can be a bit soulless and utilitarian in order to fit the small space, but this apartment actually feels lived in and homey. They didn’t sacrifice comfort or style when designing, and the end result is lovely.

[@HannaKaczyńska-w4t]

Cudownie , przemyślane w każdym szczególe.

[@NotYourNetwork]

Wonderfully executed. The entire flow of space was thoughtfully done and it is a place that people can realistically comfortably live in. Just fabulous.

[@charlottethanner4952]

Again a wonderful work of interior design in Poland!

[@hettispaghetti6061]

One of the best designs featured on this channel. I really love the choice of materials for softening the space, the use of natural light, and the general flow to the space. Really lovely to see.

[@milosantos28]

The projector screen lining up perfectly against the tiles was so satisfying to see!

[@magdalena4153]

Świetny projekt i wykonanie!

[@kaetlynmaddison5001]

Excellent - more of him!

[@SilviaSbraNutri]

I love the colors and the screen with projector that makes the room lighter. Also the blue grout between the bathroom's white tiles. And that radiator really is a piece of art!

[@virginiadominguezcarrera8816]

I'm in love with the change of access to the room. Before, it was dark, now you have to go through a luminous window corridor. Very nice!

[@brendoftheday7971]

What I like the most is the mexican little corner there! 🎉

[@MarquisedeWhat]

Hired! I especially love the beautiful plywood cladding, as it’s both beautiful for its own sake, and adds so much to the feeling of lightness, uniqueness, and naturalness in the apartment. Bravo!

[@RickieBeubie]

Very delicate and well thought, and the bathroom is gorgeous. Kudos to Mikołaj !

[@Rei-we3ym]

Modern but still cozy! Nicee

[@katarzynapiekarczyk3238]

Piękne mieszkanie. Bardzo harmonijne. Łazienka mnie urzekła kolorem i tak niedocenianymi luksferami. Piękny projekt i dobre wykonanie. Gratulacje.

[@TheHiawatha]

Very pleasing. The lighting is exceptional.

[@kav5906]

I like the bathroom as well :D , it was a clever idea to add those blue glass tiles which allow light during day. I think the round table does not belong there, rather a wall fixed rectangular table would add so much more place when not in use.

[@danielcaceres9971]

that bathroom looks amazing!

[@sleepsinger]

this is one of my favourites! taking notes for upcoming new home ✍️

[@nulliusinverba3701]

Kazde pokazywane mieszkanie w tym cyklu jest wspaniałe. Dla jednej osoby 38 m2 to wrecz luksus moim zdaniam, sama mam tyle to wiem, wiec bawi mnie niezmiernie to small:))

[@magdam8290]

Nie przesadzaj to mała przestrzeń.

[@zoea6953]

This is a beautiful apartment. Ordinarily, the colour blue can feel cold but I think the tones they've used make it feel vibrant. The whole aesthetic is welcoming and fun. Love the sofa in particular 😍

[@kbelle4138]

lovely use of space...you almost think it's twice as big. good job also fitting the space with youth and personality.

[@Metallics86]

Amazing space ! It became one of my favorite designs! Just love how light and colorful and playful the design is!

[@obfuscatethecode5696]

Lovely. The colors, the textiles, the light fixtures, the use of space.. I really love it. It’s so cozy too.

[@MSSProductions1]

the bathroom is GORGEOUS

[@5teffi3]

this is very good, thank you, lovely style, unpretentious, modern and cosy, yet practical and livable. I wish every flat had a balcony, it makes such a difference to a small space.

[@fereshtekh9042]

great job, i loved it 🤩

[@makoajjarosz5001]

Świetna robota! Łazienka wyszła mega czysto, a wątek niebieskiego nadaje jej osobowości :)

[@dianashypula]

Everything about this place is absolutely beautiful! Well done ❤

[@Eli_B3000]

Great space, lots of light, clean look with great color pops. Really nice place. The green space outside is nice too look at as well, well thought out and not just a flat grass patch.

[@TheJoekarma]

I really liked the white box over the kitchen low cabinet, very simple but clean and useful

[@FaveWasteOfTime]

love the softness and flow of the apartment, especially with the touches of blue. It feels very spacious and airy.

[@shreyasimitra3854]

Its a very functional apartment, neat yet tastefully designed.❤

[@MartiiiDoll]

There is so much I like about this flat!!

[@hoidylan]

Realy cool design. I love the glass tiles that let light through from the bedroom to the bathroom

[@weirdwurld]

This design is so thoughtful! Love the pops of colour and I may never get over the bathroom. Stunning.

[@nataliabartanowicz8257]

So fun and surprising to watch the episode from my beloved city of Gdańsk! Great project with personality :))! Good luck Mikołaj!

[@SF-ru3lp]

I like the way the kitchen flows into the lower living room units. G Ire

[@Roseycheeks86]

Polish interior design is sublime

[@minimalist_romantic]

Lovely design, modern & cosy with retro vibe! Love blue tiles and blue grouting in the bathroom

[@nevertoosmall]

We love the bathroom too! Especially those Luxfer glass bricks!

[@fshbulb1]

Absolutely in love with this apartment

[@esra2146]

I would use the exact same plan,color and the furniture!just perfect!

[@estherstephens1858]

I love this entire space. The touches of color throughout the space are subtle but beautiful.

[@dididaah]

The bathroom is STUNNING

[@robbiekearsley9158]

This design is immaculate!

[@valerieschoen7494]

I love the use of the glass bricks!

[@cuckoofrombg]

Wow. Such a great place! I loved the lamps (very original), the radiator and the nook for the plants in the kitchen (so clever).

[@ingusch3783]

I absolutely loved this one. It helps that it is in a style I am very partial to, but other than that, I love how lived in and inviting the whole space feels, and the attention to minute details like the lamps in the bedroom, the blue grout in the bathroom, or making the radiator in the living room basically a statement piece. If I had the money and a space, I’d absolutely hire this man, beautiful job!

[@AdeleMcAlear]

Full marks! What a wonderful apartment and I LOVE the radiator!

[@juliaogden6462]

One of my favourites, great!

[@tomaszkucharski3759]

Tu można zamieszkać! Jedno z piękniejszych mieszkań na kanale!

[@MevrouwMinder]

Beautiful apartment! The colors, the use of materials and then the beautiful lamps/lighting. Very nicely done. Want to move in immediately 😀

[@bindar8473]

I would immediately move in! Such a well thought out space and I love the little pop of colours

[@bonniepwtf]

The use of the beautiful blue glass blocks to get some light into the bathroom was brilliant & so pleasing to the eye. The entire place was so well thought out & useful while still being very appealing. Bravo designer👏👏👏👏👏

[@davidjamessussex1671]

I love it. The changes to the bathroom/ laundry/ entrance area are particularly attractive and practical

[@Beju-Beju]

Lovely apartment with a really thoughtful design💜

[@luedch8460]

Very peaceful and comfortable space, love the colours. ❤

[@lorciolor]

Piękne mieszkanie, lampy robią wrażenie w każdym wnętrzu! :)

[@SCANNO21]

Simple but effective, clear and cozy: not necessarily my style, but I like it and I think it's a success.

[@moka1429]

Simply magnificent. It is a great success to be able to utilize a small area in such a successful and quality way. They have made every corner of the house both usable and livable. Bravo👌

[@Madame_reve]

One of my favorite! smart, cosy and modern :) the bathroom🤩

[@TakeThisWaltz4Me]

I love all of your space. It is quite exceptional small apartment.

[@jennycampbell5236]

Absolutely stunning. I love everything about this apartment especially the bathroom. It is light and cheerful and nothing is crammed in. The balcony with the flowers is sweet.

[@AdeO625]

Truly harmonious and successful interior design! Hits on all the elements and principles of design without being rote. Well balanced and fun delivery of form and function! 🙌🏾

[@k.v.8335]

You always show such creative, amazing small spaces but I think this is my new favourite! It seems very well designed, but feels also realistic to create when you don't have a designer around (in a very good way!). Thank you for this channel :)

[@pinhaoadriana6723]

So beautiful and actually practical! Congrats 👏

[@ilonnalissova6804]

Une très jolie réalisation!

[@brontec9769]

Clever and beautiful design. I love the use of the blue glass tiles to filter in natural light into the bathroom.

[@grigorisgirl]

Super use of space and lovely touches like the blue grout in the bathroom. Love it.

[@andronicemarinis1072]

Absolutely functional. I love it.

[@LadyInesx3]

Kolejny fantastyczny polski akcent na never too small

[@martynsylvester5102]

Absolutely blummin gorgeous.

[@Terri_MacKay]

I love this apartment. The only change i would make is removing the curtain over the bedroom closet. That's just a personal choice because I don't like curtains as doors or room dividers, I feel like they make the space look smaller. I don't mind having my clothes stored in an open space. Aside from that, I love it all...the radiator, the counter and table right inside the door where you can put down your shopping, the full sized oven and stovetop, and the room dividing shelves that don't look heavy and visually imposing. I really like the idea of selling the apartments unfinished so that they can be customised without having to rip out a bunch of walls or tear up all the flooring.

[@limpenghwee9299]

Impressive. Thank you for sharing your creativity and brilliant ideas.

[@katevanhoudt]

Simply. Gorgeous. ♥

[@saikogrrl]

Love the style, and such a clever use of space. Manages to pack in so many features including a walk in closet, separate laundry, study desk, dining table and giant TV screen without feeling cluttered. Well done!

[@janinesheedy8432]

Fabulous! Love all the storage and the sofa

[@iraskoriak3890]

The episodes from Poland are always soooooo goooood 👏

[@katbar6066]

Brilliant use of quite a small space. The bathroom is gorgeous. I love the colour scheme.