NEVER TOO SMALL: Designer Couple’s Simple Luxe Apartment, Amsterdam 33sqm/355sqft

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Designers Carla and Bruno, the talented couple behind Hum Gallery & Studio, completely transformed their standard T-shaped apartment with a unique blend of hotel aesthetics and simplicity, using a mix of second hand furniture and natural materials. Key to the overall design was taking advantage of the apartment’s natural light and views overlooking the courtyard. The biggest change to the floorplan was opening the bathroom up into the bedroom, incorporating a large bathtub, vanity and shower into the space. They also removed the original L-shaped corner kitchen and extended it along the full length of the wall, where it forms part of the open plan living and dining space. The area is centred around a custom made dining table and pendant light, with a unique mirror based vintage sofa tucked into a small cosy nook. With the upgrade of this 1901 apartment, Carla and Bruno have created the perfect canvas to feature all of the objects that they have collected over time.
Project Name: Apartment 33
Architects: humgallery.com/
Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee instagram:@colinchee_nts
Director: Nam Tran
Cinematographer: Rem Burger
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Editor: Sebastian Tibbs
Music: Together We Go by Sean Williams
Pappa by Mee
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[@eddiefalshaw]

LOVE how Mr. Fox is a reoccurring character the entire time. He plays such an important role in this story!

[@maybe9049]

This is a Podengo thing I'm sure. They're divas and clowns at the same time, always sneeking into the picture and bringing themselves into your attention. Just like cats! 😁

[@lukereid2996]

The apartment is cool and all, however, Mr Fox 100% stole the show haha

[@hyleslie]

And Mr Fox is perfectly named!

[@redcell8251]

Exactly! Because the decor is dull and clichéd.

[@RapMeurso]

You can never go wrong with warm colors, wood and plants.

[@Besztaczka]

yes!

[@l.a.3479]

Sometimes you can.

[@cheapandchic89]

Stunning choice of colours, materials and items. The handles and travertine countertop in the kitchen are to die for. I would personally never put a tub/shower in the bedroom, but if it works for them that's great. Also, NTS please show us more balconies. You always skip them and they are such a cute part of every apartment.

[@jaycarver4886]

It's a beautiful home but I couldn't manage with an open bath/shower area. There would be water everywhere. 😂

[@Nyx773]

@@jaycarver4886 The shower has a full glass enclosure.

[@jaycarver4886]

​@@Nyx773But you still must step out of the shower to dry off. What do you do with the damp rug...just leave it sitting there? Also, the wet towel needs somewhere to hang so it dries thoroughly. I wouldn't want a bath towel hanging in my bedroom. Maybe that's just me but it seems that for everyday living, not a photo shoot, it would be difficult to keep the place looking neat and clean.

[@namebrandmason]

@@Nyx773 it’s neither sealed nor ventilated. If someone takes a hot shower, you would end up with condensation forming in the bedroom.

[@Nyx773]

@@namebrandmason Those have to be some very long and very hot showers/baths to make that a concern. There are 2 windows for a good cross-breeze ventilation. @Jay Carver Yes, bath rugs would get wet, but there won't be "water everywhere". All that said, I would have to be really desperate for housing before I would live in a place that looks like an 1800's NYC tenement. I'm surprised they don't have a large board on top of the tub to use as counter space when not in use.

[@michelestapleton]

I wouldn't want a tub or shower in my bedroom, but their options were likely limited with only 33sqm/355sqft available. Otherwise the apartment and the finishes are stunning, the amount of storage area is impressive, and Mr. Fox is a rockstar.

[@vickya.williams518]

- me either. You have to remember that it wasn't in the bedroom originally. They remodeled and put it there. At least someone isn't crawling over the other getting in and out of bed the rest of their life!

[@vicc.1446]

Me neither. They could actually build a frosted glass partition between the bedroom and the bathtub & shower area which allows lights through but still block the moisture & for privacy purposes.

[@novahittingthegroundrunnin9933]

I agree. Smells from the shower and tub should not be intertwined with the bedroom. 😢

[@wikedgrains]

I am all about keeping the shower water and moisture away from my living/sleeping spaces

[@michelestapleton]

@@wikedgrains yes, I don't see space for hanging wet towels and wash rags.

[@zsombee11]

This was so good!👌Mr. Fox somehow always knew how to enter into the frame aesthetically pleasing. He obviously studied some movies.

[@StarOnTheWater]

A tub in the bedroom or living area (in Germany it's sometimes in the kitchen in old houses, called a "Frankfurt bath") is an absolute dream for me. ☺️ Bathing is something you do to relax in a comfortable Athmosphere, not next to the toilet brush in a tiled room with no real windows. 😄

[@akask6458]

Agree, the thought it nice. But i also want some privacy in the tub. And in the bedroom when it steams up - well I dont need that dampness on my bedding.

[@Nyx773]

It's also called an 1800s NYC Tenement

[@tovep9573]

@@akask6458 I wonder if all these worries are because a lot of people live in places with faulty ventilation? Possibly combined with high humidity outside?

[@mariadias8959]

​@@akask6458 i agree. Im more strickt as i dont like to smell the food making in the living Room as well as the display of all the pans and pots you use when cooking

[@akask6458]

@@mariadias8959 Iol - also hate cooking smells /display of kitchen clutter. Would prefer separate kitchen but its a small flat so will make compromise on kitchen but not on bath/sink/ and shower in bedroom. The reality is not as romantic as it looks to some in pictures.

[@masdzulfikar6201]

Glad they found what the best for them, but the tub for me would make the room messy. I think separating the tub and bed with semi or transparent separator would still work. Merge it with shower/ other wet area.

[@pirhan]

Especially with the towels hanging to "dry" in the shower itself.

[@laetifico]

​@@pirhancould be a heated towel rack?

[@raerae734]

What a lovely warm apartment! You get the feeling that the things they have are carefully and lovingly selected, and that's why they repeatedly talk about how they were careful to think about how they would be displayed. This kind of more thoughtful approach to consumption is very appealing to me. When I was living alone in my own tiny 30sqm apartment this is the kind of space I'd wished I had.

[@avengerwidow9]

that water closet is so cool! the electic walllpaper they chose works so well with that small space and gives it so much character

[@maverette4131]

Beautiful space but Mr. Fox stole the show for me! What a lovely dog, matches their home well.

[@tuppence937]

Love the calming color palette in this apartment. Mr Fox has such personality!

[@designzip5890]

Lovely renovation. The bedroom definitely has a hotel feel to it - not sure my partner would like the shower in the bedroom as I usually wake up 2 hours before her! The toilet was a nice surprise - cool wallpaper!

[@tovep9573]

Shower in the evening to get all pollen and dirt off before going to bed?

[@l.a.3479]

Tacky wallpaper

[@lau.e.3316]

What about visiting the balcony?! The best part on an apartment

[@Future_Ancient]

Upgrading older spaces doesn't reduce the need for new constructions, it's still a two person apartment. The Netherlands has a constant positive inflow of people, and is experiencing an acute housing crisis. Housing should not only be sustainable, but also available.

[@Nynke_K]

True but these types of upgrades will encourage more people to live in the existing spaces for longer. Having a couple live there happily (instead of just one person) is not necessarily a given

[@happysnappylaura]

Love the apartment but no joke, Mr Fox is my favourite part of this video ❤ can tell the little guy has a entertaining personality

[@anhe9127]

Love how the doggy is modeling the place ❤

[@tigerkuma1011]

That is a fantastic use of 33m2!

[@crazyaashima]

Loved how you took care of small things, especially the wooden blinds in your bedroom. I am a plant stylist and was only waiting for the part where you show your balcony (I could only get a peek in the later part of the video). Great job!

[@hypersynesthesia]

This is lovely. Tbh I find some of the homes on this channel overly angular - like conceptual Tetris boxes with no soft edges or comfortable places to land (plywood everywhere! Hard bench seating!) This avoids that trap and looks like a truly warm and enjoyable home. Also I love the artwork & would like to know more…

[@carlyh6913]

This apartment is LUXE . I'm impressed with the level of finishes but it doesn't feel overdone. Mr Fox is ADORABLE 🐾🥰

[@LucasMalaquias]

So great to see Brazillian designers here, outstanding little space!

[@marisasm]

Are they Brazilians? Bruno seems to be Portuguese...

[@LucasMalaquias]

@@marisasm Oh, I think you might be right about him. But Carol is Brazillian, based on her Linkedin page

[@camillaholst7321]

It is not only the toiletroom that have the WOW-effect: It's everything about your beautiful and well designed home 🎉 BRAVO 🏆🏆🏆

[@VanessaPipiripingo]

Big fan of Wes Anderson here, I can see why your dog is called Mr Fox. Lovely apartment ❤

[@erkinbotokanov5740]

Balcony is a very special place, so do not skip it, please.

[@karateana7593]

Beautiful, I love it. Mr fox is super cute and really looks like a fox.

[@sylviekins]

The apartment is lovely but Mr Fox is the star❤

[@SK-fy8dl]

Beautiful apartment! Personally, I'd choose more storage and less display shelves, but kudos to them for being able to maintain a minimal lifestyle

[@Esqm]

7:08 Mr Fox surprised the window is closed 😂 he really added such a cute flare. The most precious and versatile “decor item”

[@MalikaKhasanova]

What a beautiful couple!

[@picozzimichele]

For such a small space, is very well done! I would have switched the location of the bedroom with the kitchen so that you would have an easy access to the balcony and make the livable space bigger/better used.

[@conniebruckner8190]

Yes, that might have worked too. But perhaps the courtyard is quieter than the street side.

[@katiakisiel]

Plus plumbing/ electric works would probably add much to the cost of this renovation..

[@hzleyes7087]

I don’t agree with shower and tub in bedroom but love the physical location of the flat.

[@barrycoffey492]

It appears larger than 33 sq m. Very nice indeed.

[@1sobre2]

For 33 m2 this is really incredible, well done. Probably the only apartment under 40 m2 that I could live, from the ones I saw so far in the channel

[@AR-mq4ur]

I live in a 30 m2 apartment and there is no way theres is only 2m2 bigger😂

[@hirainforest]

Amazed by the bathtub, shower, and bathroom as well as how they are separated by design.

[@kevlee80rudals]

A curtain to hide the bathtub would be the only change I’d make to this space, other than that it’s fantastic! 👌

[@IloveplantsAU]

Agreed with you.😅

[@richardg4764]

So my first thought when I saw the view out the front was to switch the bedroom to that side and the living room to the back side of the apartment. At least you would have a view of the garden area. Love the wall paper in the bathroom.

[@rebeccacartier153]

As a shorter person, that kitchen is a dream.. I love that openness and airyness in the kitchen

[@bellafiore3283]

Love, love, love this design. The bed and toilet room are spectacular. The dining and kitchen area are blended to create both a sitting gallery space and eating platform. Bravo 👏

[@annepoitrineau5650]

bathtubs in bedrooms are a question of personal taste. Apart from that, stunning flat.

[@JohannaFaith]

justice for the balcony!! bathroom was a little overwhelming....... LOVE mr. fox

[@manuelacaravane]

I like this cosy apartment: big kitchen, natural furnitures/ colors and of course the toilet's wall paper 😊. But I would have interchanged the bedroom and kitchen/living room in order to have better access to the balcony. I would prefer if the bathroom was closed.

[@jow6845]

Same!

[@privateuser3859]

The Garden of Eden in the powder room! So beautiful.

[@MissCrazygirlie]

That is such a beautiful and well designed space. I would love to live there! For me it has the right balance between being very minimalistic and having a bit of decor. Thank you for the tour!

[@BonginHuang]

The dog ❤

[@A.Rose.G]

Big kitchen. Big tub. Big windows and little dog... they have their Priorities perfect ❤

[@goddessdejour]

My favorite one yet! ❤❤❤

[@jpp7783]

What a beautiful apartment. I’d have changed a few things primarily to suit my taste (I’d eliminate the bath and put more storage there, for instance-I need a spot for the instant pot and stand mixer and… and… when they’re not in use), but that’s just me. And that shower is beautiful. The materials are stunning. Neutral but not at all bland, quite the opposite. Calming, but captivating at the same time. Whichever way you look, your eye rests on something interesting, like the kitchen pulls, the cane chairs, or the pendant. It’s soothing.

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

A clean and organized room like this can somehow better that other styles that looks expensive but has inappropriate items inside. What's best is the security and tranquility the home can provide to you and your family. 🥰✨

[@apple369]

The apartment is gorgeous and the couple is lovely, but I gotta say it's Mr Fox who's the star of this video.

[@cuckoofrombg]

The wallpaper in the toilet is amazing. I think i liked the toilet the most 😊

[@inkyw9469]

I am dying for mr fox. How lovely and cozy space you created. Best part is still mr fox 🦊

[@jubileerenee]

I lovvvvveee this. The design choices and incredible

[@txjchacha1163]

This is very pretty, I wonder how people survive on small refrigerators tho. We have to have a full sized one bc we stock food.

[@boginoid]

Depends where you live, I imagine. Amsterdam (and the Netherlands in general) is a very walkable place where it is easy to find all kinds of shops nearby. It probably takes them 5 minutes tops to get to the nearest store. A dutch friend of mine also has a "cheese guy" who does home deliveries in the evening/night. Last time he delivered him cheese at 2 am, no joke.

[@alexdcpe]

That's a very American comment lol

[@chloebelle4923]

@@alexdcpe well, with media warning of food shortages non-stop, it makes sense to have back-up.

[@thebowmac]

This is very inspirational! So calming and warm. And Mr. Fox is…fantastic! ;)

[@thinkplanetearth2946]

I like their design style very much. Love the colors and pieces they chose. There was an elegant casualness to it. For me, though I liked the look of the bathroom, felt very luxurious, I wouldn't be keen on having a tub and sink in the bedroom. I don't find it practical if one person is sleeping and the other needs to get ready to go somewhere. And also, with neighbors that close it would force you to constantly having to close your blinds/curtains anytime you want to shower or take a bath. Creating a water closet was a smart choice, and I loved the bold wall paper.

[@vivianjoyner8773]

excellent result, I enjoyed seeing the functionality of it all.

[@Janine6564]

Just beautiful, and you're correct..it's like living in a deluxe hotel room that is just yours.❤

[@amandalee280]

I love the "floating" sink but not sure how practical it is to have a bathtub in the bedroom.

[@margaretgreene1929]

Lovley apartment. However, I never understand this concept of having the bath on display with no privacy, to say nothing of the steam in the bedroom. At least the toilet is private. I'm British BTW so maybe that explains it! Love the dog.

[@sheilatanart9874]

I love the bathtub & shower in the bedroom. What a fab idea!

[@jennycampbell5236]

I love the sunshine in this apartment, Also the division between living cooking eating and sleeping. The open plan area makes the apartment look quite spacious.

[@l.a.3479]

No, it doesn't.

[@cinqueqwerty]

Beautiful. But good space to begin with, Windows on both sides of the apartment. Very nice design

[@sadiesadie6343]

I love this apartment! And what a cute dog.

[@Hiro_Trevelyan]

I can really see myself living in this beautiful apartment. It feels so calm and beautiful

[@julietphillips1991]

Very tasteful and modern!

[@VoroninHop]

Love this parquet flooring. Would have liked to have seen more of the balcony. I personally would have put the kitchen in the space where the sofa is, with units above, so that I had a larger clear space for 'living'. I would have also been more space-efficient by not separating the WC (plus I personally dislike WCs separate from bathrooms and would never have a bath in a bedroom, but that's personal choice).

[@ulqulqu]

That toilet really has a wow effect ❤

[@hlnb.6966]

It’s nicely designed (especially the kitchen/dining area) and full of light, however I’m not sure about the bathtube and the vanity being in the same room as the bedroom. They have to open the windows every time to let the humidity out + wet the carpet on the floor systematically when they get out of the shower or bath. Everything seems so « concentred » in such a small space for two people (+ a dog) that you must feel cramped pretty quickly...

[@terri241]

Spectacular wallpaper in w.c.! The entire space is beautiful, elegant, and "enveloping". A lovely way to live.

[@fatimaayesh7]

Unbelievable, this looks super cozy and elegant, and bright. The kitchen is my favorite feature. The only thing I'd do instead is place the shower & tub on a separate bottom level or enclose the whole area with glass since it can get so messy with running water.

[@amargosa13]

that dog is too cute!

[@Davao420]

the open bathroom-to-bedroom design is a bit too much. it's fun to look at but not practical. But the apartment has an airy feel that makes it so cozy but not claustrophobic. Mr Fox is awesome

[@vincentgrondin7586]

That dude is a ray of light.

[@mariamary65]

Every element is perfect in this space. The large windows and natural light make if feel larger than it is and extend the space beyond it's walls. It's beautiful. The bath positioning is genius !

[@l.a.3479]

Not at all

[@harshpherwani6590]

beautiful couple, beautiful place, beautiful dog with a beautiful name

[@darien33]

Me encanta la luz. La sala de estar, cocina y comedor es un espacio hermoso. La bañera que da a la habitación y el lavamanos a la vista no, para mí le falta intimidad y hubiera buscado otra solución pero si para los habitantes es práctico es perfecto. Gracias

[@javieraramirez4289]

Beautiful apartment! Loved their table, and the whole kitchen area. Really well designed 💕

[@maybe9049]

Utterly impressed! What a stunning apartment they created in such a tiny space! Several things I'd like to point out: - the dining table and the chairs! - the paintings! So beautiful! - the kitchen handles - all those delicate vintage items - the bath tub in the bedroom ❤ - the wallpaper in the toilet!!! - and foremost: the doggo who so much reminded me of my little girl sitting next to me on the sofa right now. Podengo-love!! ❤

[@bezawitworku7419]

Very beautiful! Loved every corner and detail

[@valsmith8113]

I love your beautiful apartment. I also adore Amsterdam ❤. And as for Mr Fox . ❤❤❤ He's definitely the star of the show. Sooo cute!

[@HappinessHouse]

Wow! Very nice Simple Luxe Apartment ! thank for share

[@xpsxps1339]

This is definitely one of the most beautiful apartments you have ever featured on your channel! It's brilliantly designed, the overall execution fits the intention, and the way how particularly the kitchen is designed is simply stunning. The objects on display are carefully chosen and exceptionally well arranged, and because the kitchen is visually part of the living room, it makes all the difference. I'm not totally against a bathroom in the bedroom, especially if only one person is/would be using the place; still, I would probably opt to install some type of room divider for a little more privacy that doesn't conflict with the idea of maximum light and space. Otherwise, it's indeed well done = function goes hand in hand with aesthetics, which is always a very pleasant result.

[@Khigha87]

This place is awesome. Loving the navy in the kitchen. A question about the open plan en suite, when I take a relaxing bath, it's usually very hot and leaves my bathroom steamy all over. How does this work with your bed and clothes right there. I think a glass wall to isolate the bathroom room would take this place from 4 to 5 stars imho

[@randragondouin8640]

Mr. Fox faz um ótimo uso do espaço! rs.

[@jaycarver4886]

Mr Fox is Mr Personality. Give that fella an award for best actor in a supporting role.

[@rilogoon]

It seems Mr. Fox would love window-level lounging spots in the living and bed areas. He wants to enjoy all that much desired sunlight, too!

[@angel91485]

really nice apartment with a home feel..its one of the apartments that you'd like to go home to besides just to sleep in it..maybe the only thing I'll remove is the tub, the shower room is fine, but I dont think I can sleep in a room with a bathtub by my feet. .that would be like a desk of office to me.

[@doloresgiorgi5022]

Very beautiful apartment. The toilet room was a pleasant surprise with the burst of color! Well done!

[@edwinfickel9039]

The design is beautiful, calm and elegant!

[@marijkekohler574]

What a lovely, lovely space. Thank you for sharing it here with us!

[@denisebd1000]

Stunning and an adorable little dog!! 😂

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Such a cute pup! 😍

[@victorutomo7244]

To have laundry and closet at 'outside of the house' is an interesting choice.

[@BradThePitts]

Wonderful space, but as a person that watches about 100 movies a year, I could not imagine a dwelling without at least a medium-sized television.

[@raffyv8178]

Amazing! I love it! Good job🎉

[@karenstanislaw8912]

Very good taste, quality and handsome textures. Lovely, doable, livable place. Nice couple and pup..

[@grigorisgirl]

Beautiful place. Personally I never have a bath so would use the space for something else but we are all different. As others have said I would love to see more of the balcony.

[@crashlikewaves]

So beautiful! And Mr Fox is adorable 🥰

[@manuelasndr9260]

This beautiful apartment is the prove it is not all about square footage - I love the design choices the couple made. The space feels inviting and luxurious - a warm and happy place to unwind.❤

[@l.a.3479]

*proof

[@jonathanfgh1]

It is an excellent design and has a great usage of space. The missed opportunities are > the sofa without foldout bed or storage and the lack of overhead cupboards above the kitchen shelves. Otherwise a very beautiful bathroom design. 👏👏👏

[@sevenwatson5854]

Love this apartment. A great use of space! ❤