NTS: Melbourne Architect’s Smart Space-Saving Hacks in Small Apartment

[@trisnaekowiyatnikawaii3860]

this guy's organizational skills are on another level! He's quite a maximalist with minimalist aesthetics. But every object in his flat has its place and serves several purposes, which is not always the case for everyone

[@martasalviano4913]

You took the words out of my mouth!

[@7edoga]

@@trisnaekowiyatnikawaii3860 indeed!

[@lowkeyconvert8971]

pretty sure i saw this guy's apartment when he was was just done renovating it and he had one of those electric looking fireplaces in his lounge. doesn't appear to be there anymore. his washer and dryer were also in another location before.

[@ethanwong9990]

No way this is my uncle!! So glad to see his place revisited again with an updated tour. Seeing it in person is even more incredible, he's an amazing collector and always has a story to share behind every piece of art, furniture and design aspect I pointed out while visiting him. He's my inspiration as i'm starting my first year in design! :)

[@marcelm-meatstatues8207]

tell him i love his space, you'll do amazing in design with him around

[@jenmckee1302]

Ditto, pls tell your uncle how fabulous the space is…..

[@berniecelee5062]

Really ? Your uncle is amazing at designing space . I was in awe of his entire apartment. Very efficient use of space and that outdoor plant wall ❤❤❤ I love it ! You have a mentor for your study program. Lucky you . Please tell him , his apartment is beautifully decorated and designed. I thoroughly enjoyed the video 👍👍👍

[@Liliarthan]

He seems like a cool guy to hang out with. And very innovative and inspirational. Good luck with your studies!

[@goudagirl6095]

Please tell him his place is small but STUNNING! (those windows and that view are to die for!) Oh and where did he get that amazing knife set???

[@MsBaixue]

I love how much care and thought he puts in this apartment. Its like his personal garden, his sacred place.

[@girlintheairport]

Only a professional architect could carve out that attic space and use it as a studio! Ingenious 😮

[@PunaJussi]

fact check: false

[@janefrancesanderson9092]

Lol reveal the space, so delightful. He illustrates to me a property buyers unique skill preference, only sometimes seen in Realty. Thank you. ❤ Melbourne

[@an0106]

Loved hearing Daniel speak in depth about the small details of his home. You can tell he doesn’t collect things for the sake of owning them there is always a purpose or story

[@marenhumblebee2736]

Omg is his name Daniel(?) - that's so lovely... I kept thinking he is like I would want to be... so meticulous and organised and my sons name is Daniel. I have always liked the name Daniel 😅

[@mastersinr]

ya thats how self storage companies make money cause everything has a story which you dont want to get rid off

[@Xtalllll]

That surprise extra 2,5 m above the ceiling is amazing. And how wonderful it is that a water damage incident led to a positive outcome this way.

[@sunset3052]

totally agree

[@Eureka.Alphonso]

I saw this home on KZbin 4 years ago on this very channel, back when it was all shiny and new. So glad to see how it has grown and evolved and how the person living there has evolved too!

[@thecorbettchronicles]

Yeah!!! I KNEW I’d seen this before! Thought I was going crazy! 😂 (original vid is listed. ​​⁠just open up the description on the video ^ (tap the “…more”) and scroll down a bit 👍🏽)

[@RaGaRay]

came to the comments section specifically to see whether anyone recognised this home as well, or was it just my mind playing tricks on me.

[@gus473]

Thanks for the heads up on an earlier episode! Will have to find it! 😎✌️

[@I_am_Lauren]

I thought it looked familiar as well.

[@brendanbang6636]

Found the old episode. Fantastic art.

[@Petitechickadee]

My jaw keep dropping every 5 seconds watching this video: the Ikea hook wine storage! The washer tucked away under the vanity! So many other little details! So much love and care was clearly put into this home. ❤

[@MaraMara89]

That wine storage using hooks is great idea, but side of fridge might not be good place for it - my fridge is heating on sides and I would end up with mulled wine 🙃

[@melodybenjamin8941]

Has to be one of the best NTS. Everything in its place is an understatement. This man is a design genius actually

[@frankdeleon8836]

Typically NTS videos are less than 10 minutes - but man was this video worth every extra second. Loved the ideas, loved how in tune the architect is with his space and loved the look and feel of the space. WOW!!

[@sunrainsnow]

This small space is by far the most intricately designed on this channel and I loved it! I love simple and minimal design but this does not look one bit cluttered despite having so many art pieces and items around. Every nook and cranny is not wasted and being utilized so well with his hacks. Creativity at its finest 🎉

[@Back_To_Basics]

I remember watching him in one of NTS early days episodes and loved how his home is even more curated and personalised now. There is something very soothing about his voice and his modern bespoke home..❤

[@TamaraJoy7]

This guy can come and design my space any time! What an amazing amount of smart, practical and beautifully designed areas in every corner of his home! He’s really thought through his personal needs for every aspect of his life and created a home that is truly special and inspiring. This episode is my favourite so far this year!

[@giulianoamaralarquitetura]

Daniel Dorall's Melbourne apartment is a stunning example of how creativity and meticulous planning can transform even the smallest spaces! 🌟 It’s impressive how he has managed to organize and display his extensive art and book collection without making the space feel cluttered. The space-saving hacks, like the versatile IKEA hook and the hidden pull-out dish rack drawer, are brilliant and truly showcase his innovative approach to design. I’m especially fascinated by the hidden home studio he’s created in the ceiling space-what a clever use of every inch! 🛠📚 This apartment is not just a home but a well-thought-out masterpiece. Kudos to Dorall for turning his living space into such an efficient and inspiring environment! 👏🏽🏠

[@MaraMara89]

I wanted to comment on same points you did... but I am sure you put it perfectly into words, so now I don't have to ;)

[@MartChavanne]

I love how honest he is about the place and how things change and may evolve in the future. Also, we dont often get to see a person owning a lot of things and I am very happy to see that living in a small space does not mean having to get rid of everything you have and that theres a lot of ways to live in a space no matter what you do for a living, the hobbies you have or the things you collect. Theres a lot of great solutions here and I felt very happy when he spoke about the place above his wardrove having suitcases and christmas decorations, because we all have that, we dont access frecuently to it and its a great place to save all that and he uses the high of the apartment to work in its favour. Amazing video 👏👏👏👏👏

[@marywall5262]

This is about the sweetest video I have seen so far… It’s very thoughtful and “ real” in where his personality comes thru.

[@hansejr]

Wow, I’m blown away by all the storage and creative IKEA hacks. This is the best and most thoughtful small unit I have seen on this channel.

[@goodgrief888]

None of this would work for me. But if it works for him that’s awesome! Having a very low to the floor coffee table, for instance, seems absurd to me. But I don’t have to live there.

[@xjis2ndhome]

19:23 I absolutely LOVE THIS tour! He seems like such a cool person, and I don’t think I’ve ever seen such intense attention to details and storage! And the art integration with the apartment was phenomenal!

[@goudagirl6095]

If apartments in the States were designed like THIS apartment - with high ceilings and huge windows for light - then sure, living in 450 square feet might be doable for many. But here, most apartments are just hastily slapped together boxes with no form or function, little light, little insulation, very little quiet, and very little charm. Daniel has really made his place cozy, gorgeous, and oh so livable! I just love how everything is curated so specifically, and with such an eye for detail. I also love how he "thinks outside the box" when it comes to the use of IKEA items; who says you can't make your place look beautiful on a budget?! This is really one of my favorite apartments that I've seen on NTS/YT! **saves**

[@Seamalicous]

If it helps at all, for the price of this apartment (even without the beautiful fit out) you could probably buy a four bed house in the mid-west

[@jainthorne4136]

@@Seamalicous Ah but then you would have to live in the Midwest.

[@adambashacting2814]

Finally! An apartment that has artwork everywhere while still feeling clean and organized.

[@dfgt-su9ki]

i would have the entire place 98% empty of all the stuff that he has,,, only keep a sofa a bed and almost nothing else!

[@Cosmitzian]

Finally, it's been a while since we've had a Never Too Small where someone ACTUALLY looks like they LIVE there.

[@ACM9407]

Loyal viewer of this channel and I have to say, this is definitely one of my favorite spaces thus far...Completely HIS OWN. I think most modern/minimalistic spaces go for a more typical templated look & style, but it ends up looking like a copy/paste Scandinavian design inspired home that we've seen on these kinds of channels a billion times. It's a nice aesthetic, but lacks personality and tells me nothing about the particular interests of its owner other than the fact that they like minimalism. However, this space, is unique and truly stands out because every inch has been crafted to represent an interest or extension of the owner...How it should be. Kudos to this man!

[@kekica11]

Yes, it's nice to see how the space is actually used by the person living there, and the tweaks made over time to make it more functional. Whenever I see the architect tours of a new space, the design is usually impressive, but then you start wondering - yeah, but where do they put their toaster? or vacuum? and other practical things like that, which aren't necessarily aesthetic. This really gets into a lot of those little solutions that make a huge difference when you're actually using the space.

[@c.dean-chen]

It made me happy to see Asian sensibilities along side technical expertise. From the ad hoc clothes rail, re-purposed Ikea hooks, to the ingenious ventilation/leg cut out. This home seems like such an embodiment of Daniel himself!

[@MGWLUV]

I love how he displays his different types of paintings and art objects, and how he shares tips and affordable products from Ikea that ordinary people can buy and make their homes look tasteful. Thanks and well done!

[@makanimike]

A bit maximalist for my taste, but what I really appreciate with this example is how attainable it is. Lots of DIY solutions and Ikeahacks. You can tell the flat organically grew to what it is over many years instead of being a space that was created by professionals within a few weeks.

[@notjustirene]

It’s so funny how many viewers of this channel find this maximalist. I’ve seen some apartment therapy videos of people’s spaces in New York and the amount of stuff some people have and display, is just overwhelming. To me this place feels very well curated and because it focuses so much on the art, it doesn’t feel so maximalist to me.

[@susanshannon1984]

@@notjustirene I know, right...curated is a beautiful way to put it...not just some mass produced niff noff from a home decor big box store but art, lovingly curated, from one human soul to another.

[@आवारा-ज8ण]

U tasted a lot of maximalist?

[@tedk0]

His home is incredibly designed. I was mostly surprised by the balcony. It is so satisfying to watch that well cared and designed balcony garden!

[@JEANNEHUNTER-q5t]

It's homes like this one that made me fall in love with small spaces. So much thought and creativity go into them.

[@perrysmith5911]

I very much enjoyed this ‘casual interview’ format, a homeowner talking about his space and its personal impact. it’s a good contrast to your usual architect/designer presentations. NTS should do these more often!

[@Gre_tel]

This space has more storage than a normal family home! Absolutely love it.

[@nitrojane]

This is easily my favourite NTS space I've seen. All of the integrated storage is just swoon-worthy and to have it done in such an aesthetically pleasing way is marvellous. Truly beautifully done.

[@brontec9769]

I love Daniel's space, style and values! I really appreciate that he went into detail about his storage hacks and how he turns minimal into maximal by using the available space in a clever way. He also shows that you can have beautiful things in small environment. The key is to invest in quality, long lasting items. Thanks so much Daniel for sharing!

[@Flum666]

that is not living small, thats a HUGE apartment

[@MotherAotearoa]

0:43 When a chair becomes an art collection in your wall ❤ Absolutely love it! 👏 Love the upstairs study, love the windows, love the light, love the view, love his deep voice 😁

[@tanguyclarence4055]

Does anyone have an idea of the reference for this chair? I would be very interested. It looks like Hay's result chair but it seems they didn't produce a folding chair.

[@WellActualllyyy]

my jaw dropped lol

[@williamhodgson1428]

I love it, personally I find it quite spacious, beautifully curated with much loved objects. This is a home that has evolved, owned by a creative, practical individual with very good taste.

[@walkswimeatrepeat]

I love the time taken to explore all his storage ideas. I can feel his love and satisfaction with this space because it's his home. So often these small spaces are architecturally amazing but don't have the detail of homes.

[@judahcp]

this is my favorite never too small video so far. such beautiful use of the space

[@weirdwurld]

I love his thoughtfulness, attention to detail and care. My jaw truly dropped when he pulled the ladder down to the studio space. Well done!

[@Claire-yz4hx]

Thank the host with so much smile on the face for the owner to feel so comfortable to share all the unique features he has in this lovely home! The ikea hook is a genius idea!

[@lieslg1388]

I remember Daniel's apartment from another tour, and I absolutely ADORE this space. The thought, the details, the composition...simply sublime!

[@fridayschild1566]

This apartment has evolved so much since it was first shown. I loved it then and I love it even more now.

[@leviwanyoike]

I’m a 53yr old brand/web/designer/artist/minimalist and have lived alone all my adult life - and wouldn’t change it for anything or anyone. This unit was a great find, and Daniel has done just amazing rework with such ingenious considerations. Design is such a powerful tool. Greetings to all from Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪.

[@livingjacqueline]

I often think I would like a bit of land with a small home and workshop, but when Daniel said he’s a city person, no need for a car & all the convenience - so good! And the way he’s utilising his small space makes me rethink 👏🏼 Oh how I love & miss Melbourne!

[@zoea6953]

I love his outlook on his home; how we grow and evolve, and how the spaces we live in can change with us. I enjoy this creative process.

[@tracyg843]

Love how realistic this guy is. Up front in acknowledging that volume is the key to living comfortably in 40-50 sqm.

[@lindagarrido4353]

Love this home! Walls full of paintings, comfy couch and furniture and full of stuff. For those of us who aren’t, amd will never be, minimalists this was a treat.

[@carloslx]

Finally a well crafted flat with smart and elegant solutions, grounded and cost-efficient. Not a fan of the concrete island, but it does have its place with the owner's aesthetic. Well done.

[@christinetung4816]

I love how homey and spacious his place is. The way he utilized every space for storage is amazing

[@clarejhang482]

My favorite art from this apartment is the handdrawn landscape on the door!!

[@hintex487]

O, it's my favorite too

[@popcornl8208]

A master class in designing a small space. I love everything you did. For a small space, you're living large

[@ararattana9083]

5:58 You know you are a true asain when you displaying MSG next to your stove. ✨ magic powdaaaarrrr

[@user-wu2we3vq9r]

2:53 the use of the hooks in two ways was so delightful. Edit: 6:27 omg there’s more!!!!!

[@CD-ju3gw]

I love all the small tricks to organize space and also all the little details that show that he really lives in and really enjoys his appartment. One of the best videos for a while to me ! Minimalists is not meant for everyone and sometimes a bit boring

[@yamaha28]

Wow, this guy is really on another level; everything is organized.

[@halfrice]

I love how he talked about his home. Everything was so smartly made and although I dont know him, it feels like it really reflected who he is.

[@dale_clifford]

I used to live in this building. I love how he’s decorated this! Wonderful

[@andyskw8932]

Love the homeowner's ingenuity and that succulent garden!

[@GarzaB]

I admired this home 4 years ago, and now I love it even more!

[@easygii]

This guy is such a sweetheart, and the home is so cleverly designed in the smallest details. Love the door mural and the secret office space above the bathroom. The only thing I'd change is to add something to the ceiling like an round mural above the sofa or an artistic room divider to create more cosiness in the open area.

[@JulianeGabriel]

I love this apartment. It shows a collectors place and also a wonderful interior design, not as empty as the usual posts. Bravo!

[@DoreenGaskell-p1e]

Neither genius, fame, nor love show the greatness of the soul. Only kindness can do that.

[@Demibrot]

The studio part was insane. How much he improved the perceived space with the combination of fake skylight, mirror and window into the living room below is genius.

[@traveltalktea]

That garden balcony was absolutely divine!!!

[@thespacesbetweenstudio3346]

big windows always makes a huge difference. This space is maximized! well done

[@deniseferron3397]

This place is fabulous. It doesn’t feel tiny at all. I don’t often say this about the tiny spaces on this channel, but every room has more than enough storage space. Even the kitchen.

[@thatjillgirl]

Yes! A kitchen that I actually believe someone regularly cooks in! Some of the kitchens on this channel have little to no room for storing dry goods, cookware, etc., let alone additional dinnerware for serving guests. This one was a real, live, full functional kitchen!

[@daniel_02103]

This guy is a genius. I am so impressed with how he manages his place

[@marisasm]

It has always been one of my favorite NTS apartments. Now it's even better. The new studio space was one of those fantastic discoveries. Excellent use of every corner. Congrats❤

[@lisagarwood-cross773]

I adore Daniel's home and feel so drawn to the way he talks about his collections and the love he has for objects and the stories behind them. I am the same, I collect artwork and also am a lover of thrifting and collecting objects from my travels. So seeing how Daniel has curated his loved objects while still keeping a light, bright and clean aesthetic with visual interest is so inspiring!

[@tianaradic3937]

One of the best homes I’ve seen. He has put so much thought into making it functional while still maintaining beautiful aesthetic.

[@jaquaranda]

I follow this channel for years now and remember the appartment from the first video but THIS!? This is hands down the best I have seen on NTS. Just Jawdropping beautiful!

[@JulianLopes]

This episode is very special, the depth of detail he provides is very inspiring. 🤩

[@TheLsd76]

Saw the apartment a few years back and loved it. Happy to see it again & to find out the owner is still happily living there. Great aesthetic & functionality.

[@dianaonjiko7510]

This is by far the best NTS space ever! Love the work you've done Daniel, and now I know what to do with my art collection! I would live here any day.

[@whatisjaspdoing]

Its a repost from 4 years ago ...

[@MTMF.london]

@@whatisjaspdoing ?

[@swoonyg.1987]

Oh my God, it was quite an experience, watching this tour! I really like the fact that he designed everything for his personal use and didn't care about what people could think (for example the different ways of using Ikea hooks!). Well done!

[@hpk123]

I love what you did with the space! I remember when the neighbours flooded. We were in Unit 602 and like you we wanted to buy this vacant part of the building next to us and expand our living space! But people voted no so we moved on. Your home is so warm and inviting. You must love it ❤

[@thelandofme]

This was one of the most peaceful spaces I have seen. It is not my style, yet I found it absolutely beautiful and well thought out. The use of every inch and how he organized every part of the apartment is flawless. Not that my opinion matters since I know nothing about architecture or design, but as a single person living by myself, I would totally feel at ease in that space.

[@FreerideTaurus]

this is by far the BEST small space i've seen! EVER!!

[@francesrobson1621]

My favourite apartment on this channel so far AND by far. This man has incredible architectural and interior design skills. Wow🔥🔥🔥

[@charlottethanner4952]

Wow, wow, wow, ...! I am an art teacher and for me this flat is so fantastic. Beautiful, bright, .... I would love to live there!

[@z.h.ong61]

I couldn't keep my jaw closed the WHOLE TIME!!! Amazing inspiration!

[@roquemarcelomusic]

I love this home so much! I also have a big art and book collection, but I never thought of bathing my home in it all. Who says maximalism has to be a cluttered mess? This is thoughtful, carefully curated, and well designed. Bravo!

[@susanshannon1984]

Off the bat he had me at the Ikea hook hack for holding the door and the frame with hinges to hide the switches...and then I love his curated collections and how they are incorporated into the design of the space...even the kitchen implements are beautifully displayed as objets d'art.

[@eily_b]

Small? This apartment is bigger than my whole apartment complex! 😄AND has an amazing view plus these awesome columns framing the window. - He lives in an AMAZING building. I would say the most beautiful building in Melbourne from what I street viewed now. The BIC STORE at 2.15 (an old warehouse) is also an amazing building that is abandoned since 1968! Only the ground level has a grocery store now. That could be transformed into wonderful apartments, too.

[@itsserhioball]

The owner is so inspiring! How he carefully describes all his belongings really charms. Love some of the ideas. The bathroom is the best, top of the list

[@aussieanne6812]

He’s a genius organiser and making the most of the space he has. Love this apartment and his art collection.

[@chillnndc]

This by far is my favorite vid. Dude has utilized every inch of space in a functional and anesthetic manner 👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@abbeydove123]

How cool to actually see the creative storage solutions in a real, lived in home.

[@Melonrevenge77]

This was one of my most favourite apartments you've posted, so glad you've revisited it

[@IamnotJokic]

This was hands down my favorite feature when it was first uploaded. Those windows could make any unit livable but the personal touches he made with the concrete island and mirrored backsplash take this to another level.

[@dianapatterson1559]

The finest of these designs you have ever featured. Thank you so much.

[@amandalee280]

A few great hacks here! Love how he uses the ikea hooks

[@journey565]

Everything was super functional and beautiful. Well done 👏

[@casparwhittey]

oh my goodness the ikea hook creativity! dang, love all the super thoughtful touches throughout

[@tepuntopunto]

you can tell when an architect dwelves in interior design because the objects in different spaces start to look like small cities. Look at the tv place @18:58, its like seeing tiny sky skyscrapers with their tiny inhabitants, these clusters are places to experience and visit instead of just things to look at.

[@naruciakk]

It's a great, very nicely fitted design overall, but I must say, I really, REALLY love the floor - this concrete/Terrazzo is absolutely gorgeous

[@melissaristau112]

I love how he loves every little detail! What a thoughtful flat, perfectly matching his character.

[@juliehock6059]

This is so clever. Perfect for one and no room for clutter - which is what we all aspire to, isnt it? A great space with so much thought put into one’s storage needs. I always love plants and pictures, they are the perfect backdrop to how one lives.

[@gracefulkimberella]

I enjoyed watching you talk about your art and objects and architecture so much that I forgot I was watching a Never Too Small video. 😂 Lovely! I especially love all your storage!! I would describe it as 'comfortably structured urban artistic abode with a cozy minimalist feel' and let the mystery ruminate in their head. (People tell me I use too many words)

[@Luetzsab]

His very own little at gallery... He made it completely his by being surrounded with everything which brings him joy and represents himself. Love that for him! ❤

[@tinasavy]

So he collects art, objects, and books... and plants, and jackets, and perfumes, and miniatures, and ikea hacks lol Loved this one, it's my dream apartment!

[@Tinastiny]

As a Scandinavian it’s great fun to see all the designs from our part of the world situated in Australia 👏