NEVER TOO SMALL: Interior Designer’s Custom Built Plywood Apartment, Paris 32sqm/344sqft

[@munbok]

So much joy in this video. This guy proved that you can have a full-size fridge in a small apartment!

[@annabanana7305]

There is nothing i don't love about this flat! You did a wonderful job building this!!!!

[@Dorina55]

Best use of 344 sqft !

[@TorontoJon]

What a stunning apartment with an ingenious use of space and everything well-organized in its place. The light wood tone and colour scheme throughout as well as minimalist décor make this small space feel much larger, more open, and airy. Brilliant! :)

[@jacquiereid2741]

This is perfect. I wouldn’t change a thing. So liveable and such intelligent use of space. A proper sofa ✔️ A comfy armchair ✔️ A kitchen you could cook in ✔️ A full size fridge ✔️ storage ✔️ sensible functional lighting ✔️ a sense that someone with stuff actually lives there ✔️ I’m actually a bit obsessed.

[@susanshannon1984]

I know, right? It feels warm and cozy too!

[@riseevolution]

the clothes i wouldnt keep up only the bed and books. the stairs i would make more horizontal to have closet in the stairs.

[@Julia-xo5vo]

Only thing I miss is a proper table! The refurbished coffee table is marvellous, but not as practical as a regular one for many things…

[@priscillamukiibi]

The best and most functional/realistic floor plan I've seen on this channel in a long time! I love it - I'd probably just extend the upper mezzanine floor outwards so that there is space to walk around the bed instead of having to go over it

[@EmL-kg5gn]

True I think a lot of people might prefer that but I do like how his design makes the living room feel very open! I think it depends on priorities

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

One of my favourites, ever! Really efficient and effective use of the space. Made the most and maximised the use of space so that everything has its place and they can function in their daily life with ease. It just flows. I particularly like how he has switched the stairs from one side of the apartment to the other wall, so now you have a view from kitchen and it isn't blocking the connection beyond the kitchen anymore. A simple neutral palette accented with pops of colour through books, accessories and decor. A lot to love 💚 Thanks for another great video, NTS team.

[@janelte]

I'm with the monstera: happy to move in. Brilliant work.

[@traceyweste4253]

Love the layout, material and furniture. Don't like climbing over the bed to get to the closet. I would have swapped the bed and the closet, putting the bed in the corner and the closet on the wall where the head of the bed is.....

[@maria_casuscelli]

It's nice when you see that people actually live in these spaces.

[@susannaharnhart4910]

Lol, “so I can look tan all year.” This guy has such an attractiveness. I love the materiality of the home, his sturdiness sitting in the chair and the sofa, and the sense of capability and playfulness he gives off. Beautiful space!

[@LC-bb6kn]

Typical post-hipster guy 😂 Come on

[@marenhumblebee2736]

You like the guy mostly 😅

[@easygii]

i agree, it's so well designed and built. i was happy he saved the monstera, but the office blinds is such a funny choice to me, because in North America those are the first things to be thrown out.

[@susannaharnhart4910]

@@LC-bb6kn having skills and hobbies is cute, what can I say

[@susannaharnhart4910]

@@easygii yeah, this definitely gives off bachelor pad energy but still, good for him for dreaming it into the world

[@kav5906]

I was surprised by the kitchen, a full sized fridge, washing machine, stove top and so many drawers. It was practical, no-nonsense, sturdy looking small space. Loved it.

[@Meluforever]

Practical, except for hobs wedged between the sink and the wall. I'll never understand why people do this if they can do it any other way. It's like they've never cooked a day in their live ...

[@RandomPlaceHolderName]

The cooktop and oven placement are criminal. And the storage wholly inadequate at least for me. I'd end up having potato, rice and flour bags in the broom closet.

[@mrpipps90]

@@RandomPlaceHolderName probably never cooks...

[@telristoop8464]

This guy knows what he is talking about. Great use of space. Loved the sweet looking kettle and toaster.

[@conniebruckner8190]

To the owner and designer: you can be proud of what you've done here. One can see that you've given a lot of thought as to where everything would go. Those steps do look a bit steep, ( for me for sure) but hey, if you can manage them when you are drunk or ill, sure saves space, as you said. It looks like your space can use a another plant or two... Congratulations.

[@sew_overthis]

This is my favorite so far. It seems so livable and lived in, and the designer used space brilliantly.

[@MikeyInThailand]

One of the best uses of space, love the materials

[@RyanDejarme]

Easily one of the best featured yet. It captivates the simplicity and functionality that a lot of us millennials need. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@valarya]

This was one of my favorites! I love how chill this guy is - and his vision was executed lovingly... and it vibrates thru the screen. I'm so happy he has a REAL fridge, too (not a tiny one). Superb!

[@rabbitsandphilodendron]

Oh wow, this one has got to be one of my favorites. It looks modern and sleek- but still cozy in the right places. I love the use of wood and the layout so much, I'd move right into there.

[@LM-fn6qb]

It's just wonderful and I especially love how he has chosen not to put cupboard doors on the shelves in front of the kitchen. I love seeing, not just the books, but the skateboard, the camera, the workbox and the helmet. These are things that when he sees them, he feels happy (maybe not the workbox). Also, the way the sneakers are arranged on a shallow shelf, heel to heel, they look like artworks, or wings. I can imagine a column of beautiful shoes heel to heel, like this. I've never seen shoes stored in this way, it suits a small shallow space, and it suits the workmanship in shoes, some of which are very beautiful indeed. Lovely home. Wishing him many happy years in it and safe travels on his bike!

[@adriendupuy8622]

😇🤗🙏

[@emmimaus4780]

I kinda like that he did almost the same as the student who lived there before, just with a higher budget and experience. Looks really great, seems cozy and practical :)

[@pakkhumwan377]

He got me hooked by endives au jambon

[@draganap3241]

Functional, efficient, has proper sofa, books and plants. Fabulous!!!

[@adriendupuy8622]

What else ? 😄

[@RandomPlaceHolderName]

Functional? There's not even a desk or proper table.

[@marcleekes3040]

​@@adriendupuy8622The dish you mentioned. Can you please write the name? You know, to hear French and than to guess how it's written... 🙈

[@MaraMara89]

@@marcleekes3040 I took it from comment of someone else: endives au jambon

[@marcleekes3040]

@@MaraMara89 Thanks, I didn't find it

[@Laineah]

I love that this small house doesn't feel small!

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

Courage may be needed in living in this kind of lifestyle home but it can be truly worth it. ❤❤

[@CassieM-em5bj]

I love this apartment and design! Great to know that someone long ago made the effort to preserve the building and convert it to living spaces. Where I am in Canada the default is to rip everything down that's old and build unhumanly ultra tall glass condos buildings.

[@Bearded.Wonder]

Love this place! Very thoughtfully done and even though it’s small, it seems to live big.

[@lauramaxwell8327]

This one is amazing. Completely custom to his life. Comfortable and practical. I am amazed how much functionality, personality and style he packed into 32sqm.

[@neutralmultiverse8589]

i. love howe everything is super considered. You can tell even the artwork was measured before installing it.

[@adriendupuy8622]

the artwork were measured. It’s the truth

[@neutralmultiverse8589]

@@adriendupuy8622 awesome I knew it! congratulations on such an awesome place. I am an inspiring interior designer / small space liver/ and this is so inspiring. I recently used SketchUp to map out some artwork I put on my walls and it made it so much easier and look better! So I could see it in the way you lined up the bottom of the artwork. Anyway, it definitely beats just measuring by eye. Congrats again!

[@grabush77]

But why does he have SO MANY KEYS!

[@alexstopforth1355]

Motorbike collection?

[@adriendupuy8622]

@@alexstopforth1355 I have to admit half of them are for motorcycles ! :)

[@frezzingaces]

@@adriendupuy8622 Nice house neighbour, it was a lovely surprise to see Belleville in my feed!

[@Tchokwe]

@@adriendupuy8622which shade of white you have used on the walls? Congrats for the project!

[@adriendupuy8622]

@@Tchokwe it’s a warm light grey with the color code #e2dfd6

[@MakeMeThinkAgain]

Kept waiting to see how he came down those stairs. That's the one thing I think needs a revision. Even a slide out ladder would be more practical, I think. Since he has access to CNC machines, I bet he could design and build stairs that fold nearly flat when not in use but pull out to be comfortable stairs when needed. There's also the kind that fold against the side wall, but that might interfere with the projector screen.

[@garotadagavea]

He probably comes down backwards, as in a ship. The whole place has a boat vibe.

[@inmytravelstoday]

@@garotadagavea It truly does. I lived in a very similar apartment in the center of Paris and I had no problems going up and down the loft space where the bed was located. I loved that apartment.

[@jpp7783]

The way to descend steep stairs is to face inwards, like when you’re climbing or descending a ladder. It’s not a big deal when you get used to it.

[@inspiredidler]

Such a lovely well- designed space. Love it!

[@EmL-kg5gn]

True it depends on your mobility and that can change overnight if you’re unlucky. Now I’m imagining it with a stair chair/elevator sort of thing

[@user-qv3zl7zk5p]

For this little space, he really makes the most out of it! It is smart to rearrange the ladder to mezzanine so that the kitchen is facing the window with nothing blocking the view. Plenty of storage yet a dedicated living space with SPACE! Very thoughtful design. I hope it is safe to sleep on top of a bunch of wiring… but, I love this place. It is designed for living in it.

[@lukestein8807]

I love this space. The concept has been so well executed and is very functional.

[@youness714]

simply WOW! Minimal, still full of chartacter, I love your home!

[@gl7360-y9l]

Great design + gotta salute a man who promotes endives au jambon

[@williamwyatt2306]

As someone researching ideas for their small bedroom, This living space gives me a lot of ideas for the future. Thank you very much!

[@rrenatabp]

the yellow glass of the coffee table is beautiful! love that idea

[@IBANOSO]

You made a very nice one!!! Congratulations!!!

[@brianpeck697]

What a beautiful and efficient little space!

[@badger9156]

Love this. Reminds me of an apartment layout from 10 plus years ago in the Apartment Therapy Small/Cool Contest. Looked forward to that every year. Now we have this channel! Off to look this up again …

[@nancada5435]

The materials used to renovate may be simple BUT it's truly wonderful how every inch was thought of. As far as storage and or placement. My absolute favorite part, was the key niche with a shelf below. The new layout made more sense for the space. Well done.

[@veryclaro]

My new favorite project :) So many ideas I can cherry pick from for my personal space. Thank you for opening up your home!

[@fireflymary9269]

Donald Judd Spaces book. Awesome that he has that. I lived in Marfa Tx.

[@adriendupuy8622]

Connoisseur 👀

[@uniqdzign2]

Such a well designed small space. It has a calm about it, which I like very much.

[@alicialopez9469]

I love the use of the space, the quality of the chair and the living room's lamp so unique, overall GREAT design.

[@williamcarroll7795]

That coffee table is amazing

[@MTMF.london]

The custom-made plywood pod of kitchen/bathroom is fabulous. Not one centimetre was wasted.

[@adriendupuy8622]

Not even half one ! 😅📐

[@boluadekunle2278]

This is genuinely my best one yet

[@alisonc3879]

Like the furniture in the living room and the color chosen for the wardrobe.

[@ardianworld777]

Love it! I had to look up what endives au jambon was, only to recognize that this is a dish my parents make some time (which I love!).

[@nerucheung]

this is the perfect size and use of a small apartment

[@fastxsam]

I think my wife and I could totally live here. Definitely a very good use of space

[@hashtagspatz]

One of my favorite designs! And the guy is really likable as well.

[@adriendupuy8622]

😎

[@MartiiiDoll]

Love the yellow glass coffee table!

[@fereldensandwich982]

Such a beautiful space. Also you can see how much he likes it himself. Love this episode.

[@adriendupuy8622]

I do indeed :)

[@quietestkitten]

This is such a great balance. It is small without being cramped. It has everything you need. And you can even entertain

[@keithronson2624]

An absolute Gem of a home! ❤. Yes please! There is nothing not to like and love. What a fantastic space. This Man is a star! We could all learn so much from him about life, living and what makes a truly special space.. Incredible. Materials, use of space...every square centimetre.... choice of furniture colour palette and simply a sense of joy and belonging. Yes one of the best featured on the channel. And a massive thank you for sharing your home with us. Deeply appreciated.

[@adriendupuy8622]

Thank you so much. Feels like marriage proposal ☺️

[@sylvieportet4167]

J'adore! L'espace est lumineux, confortable et apaisant . La nouvelle organistion apporte un espace inattendu , tout est pratique et chaleureux.. Bravo!

[@swoonyg.1987]

I really enjoyed watching this video! Very cool space and I love the framed pictures!

[@Annoo18]

The only problem I have is the access to the wardrobe. I am already so lazy to put my clothes back in my walk-in closet when they are clean but here, it would be even more problematic. A tiny window for the bathroom that goes into the living room would have been perfect to have a bit a natural light there and openness. But otherall, j'adore l'agencement !

[@EmL-kg5gn]

Yes, I’m not worried about the wardrobe but I would definitely want a window for natural light too. He seems happy though!

[@Khigha87]

Great place! Really loved it! I would probably have my cooking counter space better the sink and stove top and have the wardrobe stair side so I don't need to traverse the bed to get clothing. Fantastic area

[@helendavenport7298]

A great vibe in the first 2 minutes. Practical attractive and efficient…..

[@sigridb.6544]

I love this one💛! Ad a small balcony for the morning coffee and I am ready to move in😍

[@randyrice1429]

Most beautiful tiny apartment I've ever seen. And in the most amazing city in the world! I envy him.

[@arya721]

whoever added music to did an AMAZING JOB

[@paulabroadway1697]

I just love all the videos that feature room to store books.

[@Janine6564]

Love this individually designed space. 💛💚

[@GradKat]

Lovely - looks great. I don’t like the arrangement of the sleeping area, though, as you have to climb over the bed to get to the wardrobe. I’d have pushed the bed over to that wall, and put the wardrobe on the “bedhead” wall.

[@brucecpaine4597]

This is great, excellent design and function, and really cool. I love NTS ….

[@yeenar]

best one in ages. dude love his helmets

[@pj101]

Lives there 2 years and he is happy. That the meaning of good home

[@franciscomackenney7664]

Easily my favorite project featured in the channel. Amazing!

[@Taz.B]

This is a really good use of space! Maximized but still having light and height where it counts!

[@marenhumblebee2736]

Well thought out, but very personal to you. For me it wouldn't be enough storage. I like the loo separate from the shower and I need a workspace somewhere in the place. Also the shoes all over the place made the hairs in the back if my neck stand up 😅🙀

[@dianebaker5243]

A beautiful and a fabulous design for the space.A warm welcoming home apartment.👍🥰

[@MotherAotearoa]

7:45 "Functional and simple" 👌 Lovely apartment ❤ And I really like the decent size of the kitchen, that's a plus 👍

[@adriendupuy8622]

Thanks. Cooking is a serious topic 👨🏻‍🍳

[@SashaMarieStone]

Love love love this place! Super functional, beautiful, and comfortable. The full package.

[@nitrojane]

An excellent use of space, really nicely done!

[@pudgylittlehamster]

I love how small it is. I hate cleaning large areas makes me nervous and causes you to clutter

[@helensid6670]

I like a lot the design (plus functionality) and the execution. Thank you! (I just would add an interior window in the bathroom, facing the stairs. Natural light)

[@TheHiawatha]

Perfect balance of comfort and practicality. Only concern - no handrail on stairs!

[@serenakoleno9338]

It's more ladder than stairs

[@adriendupuy8622]

I like living on the edge

[@DannyGo17]

There’s something about the plywood that makes it feel homely. Excellent use of space.

[@LeviKanal]

This place is really nice and inviting! Just missing a dining space, but i guess you can eat from the coffee table

[@jpp7783]

Dining/work table. There’s only so much one can do at a coffee table. (But otherwise, love the space.)

[@adriendupuy8622]

I do miss a dining space. It's the truth

[@LeviKanal]

@@adriendupuy8622 Your place still turned out great and I would love to live there! Maybe you could add in a transforming coffee to dining table, altough it wouldn't look as stylisch as your display case one 😅

[@itsdreamyweather]

Love this one. Inspiring me to get a yellow shower glass.

[@kitsburrard5530]

Finally a place with comfortable couch and chair!! Not sure I would manage with the low ceiling in the sleeping area but otherwise it’s great.

[@jonnil1997]

This is awesome, feels quite similar to a different 30ish sqm Paris apartment that I also loved

[@sylviege7534]

Super vidéo !👍❤ Tout est pensé pour maximiser l'espace disponible ( rangements, etc.). Et merci pour le Monstera ! ❤

[@tjardnadebusch7304]

Share his inspiration of living in smaller spaces. I started vom living on a small saliboard. I allways feel like I am on water.

[@tjp-re4du]

Beautiful work

[@karima_MK]

Fantastic job. Exactly how I imagine a tiny apartment with a mezzanine. On top og this, the bathroom is gorgeous.

[@alisonc6100]

This is a really well thought out and designed apartment, and so practical. And the best part is it seems the guy actually lives there!

[@adriendupuy8622]

He definitely does! 😊

[@einfach-frank]

Chapeau! Wonderful little place to live, thanks for showing us 🙏🇩🇪

[@neiljones4021]

Thought this was very similar to the apartment in the Matthieu Torres episode and they both live in the same area in Paris too!

[@CherryAdora]

Great use of space all around. I love that he was able to find a way to keep the integrity of the plywood in the bathroom. +funny guy 😂

[@verquo]

Paulistano Chair! 🇧🇷

[@pixl8me]

Just enjoy ❤ Many spaces have lower ceilings. Think your space carefully.

[@gregh378]

Wow, great job. I know Bellevue apartments can be small, but its such a fantastic area

[@fulvias.8463]

This is cool and lovely 70s vibes too! I would prefer a normal stair (not so steep), and I find the wardrobe not so practical, but nevertheless this project makes completely sense and I like that he built it according to his particular needs and taste.

[@adriendupuy8622]

Like a tailor made suit !

[@pablobal313]

Clean, nicely done, very good craftsmanship and natural materials, and a proper kitchen and a proper sofa, well done!! plus love the fact that in a very small space, he chooses to have his preferred objects of design, like the Paulistano chair and the lamp, perfect!

[@susancyta]

Very well designed flat! Good use of every bit of the space! The only thing that worries me is the ventilation of the shower room, a ventilation system might be needed! other than that, good work to watch!!