NEVER TOO SMALL: Storage Packed Micro Apartment, Hong Kong 24sqm/258sqft

[@marsh_ion]

One of the smartest solutions to an apartment under 30sqm I've seen that neither compromises on aesthetic or function. Well well done guys!

[@prawiraagung4011]

LITTLE JOHNNY DID IT BETTER

[@clovermark39]

Lovely apartment. I wonder how much that cost?

[@slowdiverk]

@@clovermark39for a similar size(second-hand) unit in the same building, it costs around usd$794160 recently

[@thinhho93]

@@clovermark39 $900.000... I looked it up. The apartment is Novum Point. Holly Cow!

[@ldw2739]

I loved the approach of not ripping out what existed and to make it work into the vision. Amazing what they did with the space. So much storage. The hidden table that slides out is so practical as well. Bravo! ❤

[@Terri_MacKay]

It's a very helpful video for people who live in rental units and can't remove walls or hang things on the walls. They wouldn't be able to install the attic storage or the hanging storage units, but the wall mounted cabinet under the tv could be built with legs, and the bed with storage underneath could be done as long as it wasn't attached to the floor or walls. All the new storage units would be fine as free standing pieces. There aren't enough videos on the channel that deal with rental units, and I wish they'd showcase more.

[@Jack_huntakilla]

An apartment located in the mega constrained Hong Kong and designed by two interior designers? Lots to learn from. I love the simple minimalistic design. Also loved that they made use of existing cabinets and fixtures to reduce wastage. Quite often you'll see designers removing existing cabinets and stuffs so I really appreciate their mindset. Good job to the owners and Never Too Small crew for this wonderful episode!

[@legice]

This is far beyond anything I have ever seen, incredibly small, no compromise and so full of personality!

[@dorthy1666]

I'm so impressed that two people live here. That kitchen is amazing. They took a tiny kitchen in a tiny apartment and made it into a spacious kitchen with lots of counter and storage space without overwhelming the tiny apartment. I'm also really impressed with that makeup station. It's so perfectly multi-functional.

[@cheapandchic89]

I love how the existing kitchen looks with the walnut cabinets. Goes to show we don't need to change everything, especially when it's perfectly functional. The colour scheme of the apartment is beautiful, I wish we could've seen the small balcony, it looks very serene. I lived in 30 sqm in my twenties and it wasn't nearly as spacious as this place- the power of great design.

[@I_am_Lauren]

It was cool to see an apartment that kept the original layout and wall structure.

[@Dinki-Di]

One of the best micro appartments I have seen. Attractive and practical with creative furniture and storage design solutions.

[@fredericpayan6708]

It looks so much bigger than 24 sqm and it seems so practical, so well thought through: welldone

[@zedlicious]

Amazing how 24 square metres can be configured and nice joinery. I feel luxurious having 54!

[@oleung330]

The false ceiling storage space is a fantastic touch

[@szurketaltos2693]

But how do they access stuff all the way at the end ???

[@user-ou8hr2qn7h]

@@szurketaltos2693 maybe from the balcony

[@szurketaltos2693]

@@user-ou8hr2qn7h good point, at 5:31 it looks like there might be a gap of a 20-50cm between the end of the false ceiling and the wall above the door to the balcony, I guess that's how? Still, the area in the middle is something like 2m from any opening.

[@ahumanbeing812]

The interior designers chose to keep the original floor plan - a decision that I agree with. The original floor plan was good enough, and there is no need for dramatic alterations such as dismantling a wall. One upside I noticed about the original floor plan was that there is unobstructed passage from the entrance to the balcony - you don't need to go around anything like a kitchen counter or wall. Such unobstructed passage from the entrance to that balcony allows natural light to fill the entire room once the curtains are open. The good thing is that the interior designers purchased the place. Though the original floor plan was kept intact, ownership of the place gave them the freedom to fit the apartment to their comfort and liking, such as installing extra cabinets - both the wall-length ones and the mounted ones. Great content! 👍

[@cathhl2440]

I've never seen a hydraulic lift platform bed! I will need this as I grow older, I think.

[@sidpil84]

Love the idea of combing three armless chairs to make a sofa! Also allows the flexibility for single seating configuration as and when needed [like when you have a guest/talking to each other].

[@christill]

Agree with previous commenters who mentioned how cool it was that they didn’t want to rip out perfectly good elements and waste anything. Brilliant. That’s exactly the right thing to do. Unless you really need to change something, leave it alone. And so many of the examples on NTS are unnecessarily wasteful when they’re billed as being sustainable.

[@kamilslachciak4269]

One of my favourite presentations. I love the look of the bed platform, it looks so cosy! I was considering something similar in my apartment. Great utilisation of your space!

[@anastasiatereschenko1242]

Now this is decent size for 'never too small' series! And still, doesn't feel small at all given the size, but cozy and well-organized. I definitely could could live in such an apartment and would enjoy it.

[@foooeey]

Amazing use of the space yet still creating a comfortable living apartment. Hats off to the designers.

[@dayanarojascruz8481]

I love the simple minimalistic design. Also loved that they made use of existing cabinets and fixtures to reduce wastage. Good job to the owners and Never Too Small crew for this wonderful episode

[@chungyeungli6927]

Hello from Hong Kong!! The design from this video is very very common in HK as most apartments are around the same size. Some may even put the bed in a higher level so that they can have more work space below .

[@chungyeungli6927]

@@kellie7010i reckon the size of Hong Kong apartment is too small to handle even for the master mind designer, because it is consider 500sft “too small” in other countries. But I still love the design idea of some of the European apartment in this channel ~ ❤

[@wongmaggie2333]

Yes! I’m from HK too. Such a very normal things in HK. Our home only 244 sq feet living four ppls family.

[@sabinereinert6337]

Fantastic!!! Brilliant usage of space in this tiny apartment while still looking stylish and calm. This is definitely amongst my top 3 on this channel. Well done!!!

[@philiq18]

The platform bed is a clever move. Nice way of making use of the same bedroom footprint to accommodate more storage space. Overall, it's a nice home.

[@tonimedlen5371]

This is so clever ! It highlights the need for hidden storage everywhere so that there is no clutter. I would add a lot of art and plants myself. I feel Very fortunate to have 58 sqm in my one bedroom apartment!

[@jobro45]

24sqm I say well done. A clam, uncluttered space. An amazing amount of storage.

[@thisissade]

this is incredible work, wow

[@JamesHK19]

Beautiful precision in a calming textural oasis amid a drab, weathered cityscape

[@Luetzsab]

This is a wonderful home. Living there must feel like living in a little nutshell. I mean this in the most respectful way. The wood is dark and rich which gives it a sturdy shell and makes it feel secure while still being warm. It's compressed but every tiny corner is used to its full potential. I like the contrast with the stark white walls and almost sterile looking kitchen fronts - an exciting juxtaposition. Great space! ❤

[@JJ-rp2df]

While constrained by size and fixtures, the solution adapts cleverly for a hotel feel. Especially love the platform bed to create more space. Well done

[@hugowind2650]

Wow, they really utilized the most of the space they had available. Impressive! And nice finishes as well!

[@keenalou595]

Beautifully done. I love how minimal and zen it still looks with due to the integrated storage.

[@avgonyma1]

Wow, I'm impressed how you are able to live clutter free!! 🙌🙌🙌 So zen. ❤

[@mr.b.4048]

Own nothing and be happy.

[@williamreinhard]

I'd like to see the apartment when they haven't tidied up for a video.

[@kismetau]

@@williamreinhard What's the point of designing all that storage if you don't use it? 😆

[@williamreinhard]

@@kismetau I'm sure they do use the storage, just wondering how tidy everything stays during real life. Small spaces can get messy quickly, but the nice thing is they are also quick to clean up.

[@terenceyuen4424]

Crazy part is that a this costs over a million dollars for this new apartment in HK.

[@klgherkin]

It's amazing to see how much custom cabinetry can completely change the feel of a space!

[@genyosha16]

Perfectly livable for a single person. Very well thought out space

[@mr.b.4048]

Maybe…but a couple “live” there.

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

Lets not glorify living in a closet as "perfectly livable". You dont need a 1000 m2 mansion, but come one this is living like a caged mouse. I could probably do 3-4 years here but anymore than that is like having a literal prison cell lol

[@GiGiWellness28]

In Hong Kong's low income homes, this space could live a family more than 6 members! My husband's childhood home was much smaller than this space (basically a square with no internal walls), and they were able to live there over 20 years as a family of 6, with multiple bunkbeds, fordable chairs, table and so on. Definitely not as nicely designed, but at least a place to live comfortably and didn't need to share bathrooms with neighbours.

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

@@Omgiamsotriggered I lived in this size with my partner for years. It was nice but I would have loved it even more with 2 separate rooms as shown here. But I would hate all these dark buildins. They are suffocating, the color does not really go well with the existing kitchen etc, and in the bedroom i would probably bump into the furniture every single time I need to go to the bathroom. I mean, the pullout kitchen table makes the owner look like a child, he cannot even sit there comfortable due to its heigth. Without all the added "desinnged"elements though, I could see myself living there.On the other hand I really dont want to know the prize. "Boutique building" probably means: extreme high price. And in that case, i prefer any old boy which I can make my own to this.

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

@@KarMa-ws3ll Just because something can be made "livable" doesnt mean its a good way to live. Literal farm animals live in better and bigger spaces. Just because u have a partner doesnt mean u need to spend 24/7 time with him/her and in places like these u have no self-privacy at all. I live in a 70m2 apartment by myself and even I sometimes find the space small because due to lack of storage. Would love to have a separate storage room or something like a garage. I cant even fanthom living in something that is 1/3 of my flat lol.

[@nysavant]

What lovely design. The colours and storage solutions are excellent and the whole apartment seems so calm. Really like the bedroom and the way the dressing table divides it from the bathroom space. The balcony is great, wish we could have seen it a bit more. Overall, such a well designed and formed small liviing space. Fantastic.

[@sujinjinjinga]

loved this apartment. it was interesting to see a project where the space was left the same, and the final result looks so cosy and functional. Loved how there's so much storage space and everything is usable.

[@nadja_s]

This is such a great apartment and layout. Everything from the custom furniture, the material choices and the calm/peaceful vibe is very well thought out!

[@avinashmirani3177]

this home is really well thought off!! kudus to the couple for being such good IDs!

[@ghiberti]

Charming, convenient, upbeat! That is the beat of this flat. The City of HK itself is the extension of your home. ❤

[@mariastathopoulos744]

Bravo on the storage solutions! Impressive to have a full height fridge too in a space of 28 square metres. I'm glad that you have a shelf for decorative sentimental items to make the space homely for you. The balcony also adds greater perceived space despite it being very small.

[@petit_juliette]

it's actually SO cozy ♡

[@Cinephile-gy6fb]

Every time you share a vid from Hong Kong, I know it will be an absolute banger - and this one exceeded even those expectations! Simple, brilliant decisions, from preserving the walls because that is the ecological (non-wasteful) thing to do, the swivel bar table, and the hydraulic bed hinge, adorn this slice of domestic bliss to make it supremely practical. Discipline in the color palette, of neutrals render this apartment into something beautiful.Taking full advantage of the height with creative storage and the two majors windows give me plenty of ideas for rethinking my design choices.

[@tamarasurnina_renovation]

Great thought through space! In love with wooden finish color❤ Platform bed is the best in confined living spaces like this! Also went with this idea with my husband for our 30sqm apartment and half of the "junk" clutter is in there😁🙈

[@thefineletterco.7199]

Beautifully done! Storage to the max!

[@tvanbins]

Such smart space-saving solutions. I also love seeing interior designers featured alongside architects on this channel, more please!

[@abbyl1449]

As good as it gets for the square footage. impeccable and timeless taste. fabulous.

[@bigno1900]

amazing so small yet so functional. Any house this size but that can accommodate young children will be the next challenge.

[@samanthaturner1836]

After having lived in a single room (with my husband) that was under 100 square feet this past year, I thought this place was huge!

[@clevercamera3638]

Brilliant work Alice and Brian!

[@annapa8610]

One of the best I’ve seen in this channel. Outstanding!

[@WanderThisWay]

so well done! using the height of the space really makes a difference.

[@Jay-hb2xf]

What a great example for a very small 2 ppl apartment. ive never seen such a small space wth such sound functionality while the interior design remains amazing. And it even has a balcony! just not satisfied with the dining table too small for me but i believe a customized foldable one isnt too difficult if needed.

[@catemoon]

Great job creating a very classy and peaceful space.

[@johannesschmidt7649]

So tiny, so wonderfull, designed with so many comfortable storage. Alone this extra small bedroom door is such a cosy extra. I was hopping to see on all the these small apartment ideas also one under 30 qm and also in Hong Kong

[@vincyagain]

Yes!! Hong Kong apartments are small but often very innovative and multifunctional. The location of their apartment is so convenient I think it’s perfect for a young couple like them. It’s busy outside but in their home it is modern and calming. It feels like a cozy home 🫶🏼

[@MariaJose-oh5yh]

Amazing organisation! Great design in such a small apartment. Congratulations.

[@Loralla]

I just can’t believe you can have ALL that in 24sqm!! So much storage and a separated bedroom!! Very impressive 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@thatjillgirl]

Wow! Only 24 sqm, but you truly made the most of it! It's compact, but very functional, and it looks pleasant as well.

[@johnvarjohn2549]

Congratulation to the designer and owner . Truly well thought, LOVE it.

[@mateuszzdyb3547]

to live within 20 m2 with 2 people is a challenge itself. but the design made it possible. chapeau!

[@canyoudoitagain7978]

Depends on one's lifestyle I guess but the whole apartment feels like a storage room with storage on the walls, the ceiling and under the bed. If it was my apartment I would open up the space and take down the wall between the living and bedroom. The 3 meters ceiling height allows for a mezzanine for sleeping and I would have a big open living, kitchen, study and dining as one space. Too much storage means too much stuff 80% of which you probably don't need. That's just me. 😊

[@designunlimited6215]

I totally agree.

[@alifloydtv]

With you - the whole 'we love the high ceilings' then ruining them with ugly dark wood is weird to me. At least put the ceiling storage in the kitchen and let the living area breathe with nice vertical space. I'd feel really trapped in this sterile storage box.

[@estherstephens1858]

I love the entire apartment but it’s also amazing on how much storage there is.

[@rishabhrastogi17]

I love the shoe cabinet turned bar table! It's perfect, it should be offered in ikea/pricerite!

[@Yothlan]

6:43 I must say I would NEVER manage to relax with that view 😅, although it is somewhat hypnotic. Nonetheless, this is a masterclass of interior design, very well done and filmed as usual!

[@mshmslv]

What a beautiful functional and airy space!

[@dad231090]

That Walnut is Gorgeous !!!

[@mitcheroar]

I always love watching these videos but, from time to time a video like this brings me such sadness. To know so many people have to live in a home this small. I know we all have a choice but, sometimes we don't. Everyone deserves to have a home that isn't so cramped.

[@phyliciayeo4976]

Very well designed!

[@maquestiauartandmore]

amazing what can be achieved and particularly like the automatic "get your partner out of bed" bed! lol well done!

[@B__C__]

This one seems like it actually might be "Too Small," but then you remember that you have all of Hong Kong to explore. The space seems just this side of too tight even for just two, but all the additional storage and the huge bed must be the envy of the neighbors.

[@stuartsutherland7664]

A very clever use of small space. Well done to the designers!

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

3:48 : while clever, it really does not look comfortable - either the desk is too high or the chair to low. Love the 2 different rooms ,that is so important, when you are not living alone! Very nice! liveded in 23 sqm and 19 sqm apartment with my partner for years. Also during the pandemic (working from home).The 19 sqm was a very modern Microapartment, that had lots of storage and clever solutions like folding desk, builtins over the desk etc. What I can say after living in both of them for years: I preferred the old-style Apartment with out design and no buildins.. After a while in the microappartment, I just hated that there was zero flexibility in changing the layout. And i did not need all the tiny compartments. I rather pair down my stuff then having a tiny space filled with buildins which I hav to navigate.

[@method341]

this is claustrophobic for me

[@designunlimited6215]

@KarMa-ws311. I agree. The twist out counter top is a great idea but a shame it is too high. It should be the same height as the kitchen counters. The other work table in the living room looks uncomfortable too. They mention It is height adjustable so it might be better if they can lower it a bit. He looks very uncomfortable sitting at it in the video. 6:17

[@Jeepuk23]

This is the most layout i'd waiting for so long . Love ❤

[@jennycampbell5236]

Wow. Amazing. I could live here quite easily. Well thought out storage heaps of light and a balcony. The timber and the grey meld well together.

[@justthen]

As a HK guy, IMO the main issue the interior desgin from HK always focus on storage. So end up cabinets everywhere, make the space even more depressed surrounded by all these wooden boxes. The very popular platform storage in bedroom even make it worse. Another thing is this designer decided to keep some of the existing wooden fixture like the door or the floor that totally not matching their walnut theme. This make the space feel too busy will all these different pattern and color of wood element. Is good to see the designer try to fully untilize the space but come on, for me I really don't want to eat just next to a shoe cabinet 😅

[@LM-fn6qb]

But you eat always right next to your shoes as your feet are quite close to your head, especially when you're sitting down :)

[@MrSullismom]

@@LM-fn6qb 😂😂😂😂

[@haymanlo9666]

HKer here too, i had the same thought, but if the owner have a lot of stuff, they do need that much storage, you can't compromise.

[@alexorgy]

One of the best so far

[@adventure953]

Glad they showcase another unit in Hong Kong. I always wanted to see how they would design their space in such a small unit, especially in a densely populated area. A little disappointed as they keep the existing built-in joinery, if not they can design to fully utilise the space for their lifestyle, but good as they do not want to waste the materials built there. The furniture selection is important; they use Muji sofas due to their smaller build which is very wise. Hope to see more projects from densely populated areas in the future.

[@dianashypula]

Bring, stylish, cuuuute and very practical. I love

[@racamiii]

'we liked the celing hight' Puts attic storage above every room XDDD

[@marenhumblebee2736]

Perfection! So amazing! I wonder how one accesses the back of the attic storages though. The only thing I would add is an ottoman near the sofa to be able to put feet up and maybe a sofatable, which might be converted into a dining table, cause where would you eat otherwise ❤? Eat... or play fun cardgames or the like

[@JudgeyJudgeyable]

I love that they made the best of what they had

[@marta9316]

love how you have given storage the necessary importance. It is strange in this world where minimalism is almost a religion. Congratulations

[@valeria_sue777]

I love how the didn't compromise on storage space for the sake of aesthetic!

[@eh6454]

Great use of space, both practical and aesthetically pleasing 🙂

[@AtelierFleur]

Her voice is very soothing !

[@farahleon5100]

wow clever utilization of space and storage! impressive!

[@lacatmeow]

Interior design is simple but practical, well done👍 btw. I am a HK people, my family is living in tiny apartment too😆

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

A well planned layout and ease so much worries. ❤❤

[@albertchan5726]

I like the material and color selection. 👍

[@ThijsBaltes]

this is the first apartment of which I would say it is too small. But it is good to see that the space is showing some of the normal clutter you would have simply living in a space. Many of the other videos show a neatly cleaned room.

[@n-on]

Oooooo, i like this!!

[@InsideouttrainingWB]

This design is freaking amazing!🎉❤

[@BonnyP-69r]

My favourite is the bathroom. It’s all anyone would ever need.

[@3Unique]

Superb. I could easily live here and not change a thing.

[@s1n12]

beautiful and smart arrangement

[@barbarar5869]

I appreciate that they worked with the existing kitchen and layout (which was good anyways). I know they have tall ceilings, but it definitely doesn't feel like 24 sqm. The one fixed element I would change is the bedroom door: I think a pocket door (like the bathroom one) would help create less visual clutter. I also don't like the couch and I would prefer something more comfortable. I also wonder why they didn't go for a loft bed.

[@jefri4176]

I like the colour and wood scheme. I can live there 😊

[@pbncs]

Definitely too small for my liking but kudos for being so strategic in utilizing all the space in such small square footage 😊

[@mangmangrooroo]

thank god for the subtitles

[@danielcaceres9971]

WOW... just WOW... you were even able to fit a separate bedroom.

[@asya_bogomolova]

What a cute appartment, well done! But what a sad view from the window, I wouldn't be able to leave with such view