Love what you've done with your place. It is definitely tiny, but looks like you've made the most of your space. How about a few more plants to oxygenate the apt? Thanks for sharing! Stay safe!
I like the multiple camera angles and setups for the talking head bits. Your creativity is showing through strongly. And the chateau looks great! I remember the first chateau tours, including the mat on the floor. It has come a very long way!
I had a natural light and ventilation problems in my old apartment too! I put mirrors up everywhere and had reflective decor like glass, marble, copper etc. And used a combo of a dehumidifier and an air purifier to keep the place cool and the air fresh. It really helped!
I didn't know if was fashionable. I thought people live in so small places out of necessity. Jay Swanson Maybe you could use an indirect lighting like this: th-cam.com/video/AnQxhf7V7XI/w-d-xo.html
@@azminek7154 It can be both. For me I can't afford a larger space if I live in this location, and I also wanted a smaller space so that I'm consuming less. Simplify my life, force me to have less possessions, be less heavy.
You do realise, don't you that this vlog alone might pick up new subscribers? There's a whole bunch of people out there who love looking at other people's apartment tours.
@@marthas8108 Yes. The name is very common in the Sheffield area (southern part of Yorkshire) but my family comes from Liverpool. Both are in northern England.
"Simple living"? I don't think so. Try living in a log cabin with no electricity and get your water from a rain catch or well. As for economy of space and cozy spaces, they do it better in Japan.
I love your artwork, your lighting, and the stars. Cover the bright ceiling light with colored paper. Put a mirror directly opposite your window and it will appear to be a second window. Put small mirrors on the side walls near your window and you will be able to see more of the outside. Where I am, we can still go for walks outside if we stay away from each other. I hope you can get outside in the sun to get some vitamin D.
WOW, brilliant design work!!!! If I get to stay an extra year I will try doing the same heightened bed to make room for a living room technique you used. SUPER efficient!
I know how grateful you must be. No rent, accommodating landlady and in Paris too with all the social benefits France provides. Your social network of expats is wonderful, the Lauras and Kate. I follow Oliver on earful tower, Monique, the peloton cafe, Puxon, etc. I’ve been in Paris many times for extended stays and lived on rue dr Lappe for 2months on one trip some time ago. Just returned from Paris on February 11. My airbandb cost 1300 Euros and was tiny too. President Macron is very competent compared to others. I could go on about the many benefits of life in france. Enjoy and your life my friend. You are indeed blessed. Uplifting vlogs from you can be very inspirational to many of us. How about doing some summaries of previous vlogs perhaps with a new narrative and updated music. Kind of a narrated video collage. Oh and I’m glad you lost those intros. Keep up the good work my friend. You are an inspiration to many.
Was thinking of even live-streaming old vlogs a bit when we launch the pre-order of the new book =) It's been really fun to go back and see a few lately.
Thanks. I’ve been waiting for this tour with bated breath and now I can finally breathe normally again. In all seriousness you’ve done a great job with a very small space.
The chateau has come a long way in a few years and it looks simply marvelous! It has a nice feel to it. Good luck with the overhead light. About two years ago, Sharon and I met up with you and some of your friends at a bar in Montmartre. We'd mentioned that we were moving to Spain, and here we are as of 7 months ago and living with children-in-laws in a small house in the small town of El Casar, about 30 minutes northeast of Madrid. We're fortunate to have each other to spend time with, even if I'm the only one that doesn't speak Spanish (yet). Glad to know you're still well and sane. Now go wash your hands.
I'm glad you're settled and have someone to weather this situation with. Stay safe down there and hopefully you can return to the leisurely Spanish lifestyle without TOO much delay =)
Nice use of space, I would add square mirror's under your bed, above your couch also add clear twinkle lights around the bed, start wrapping philodendron vines around the lights cord. Watch how fast your plant will grow. The mirror will reflect the light. Wait until christmas when the lights are better price.
This apartment is a definite step up from what it used to look like. I remember you were sleeping on a mattress on the floor. You have done a great job decorating. It does look really cozy. That glass wall at the top of the shower was a brilliant idea and it looks very chic. Thankfully you have a really nice bathroom and you are so fortunate to have a portable washer. That would be horrible if you had to try and get out to the laundromat with what is going on. I especially love the very large window. Mirrors strategically placed could give the feeling of more space and also bring in more light. Keep your spirits up and stay safe.
Jay, I’ll be honest. I used to hate your apartment. But now you’ve really transformed it it into something really appealing and cozy. My hat is off to you my friend. Thanks for the tour! Fred in NYC
Your place looks so much more comfortable than a year ago. It's looking great. How do manage daily meals, especially during quarantine, with so little space for food storage and cooking? Ordering out a lot?
Jay put a piece of paper or cloth in between the ceiling light and your cloud bed. Then you will get reflected or diffused light instead of blinding white “ in your face” light. Simple tape or duct tape can suspend this diffuser temporarily until you figure out the best material and shape to achieve the desired resultant lighting. Try making a box and taping the center of each of the four sides to the side of the ceiling light fixture. Leave space for heat to escape the fixture. Then cut out flaps in the sides of the box to direct light around you. Think of it as functional art. The color of the insides of the box will tone the reflected light- use it!
You have great style. When I saw the word "Parisian," I knew it might be smaller than many NYC apartments, but you've done a wonderful job honing it into something efficient and attractive. Now an attractive guy has an equally attractive apartment.
You've done an excellent job on that space. I also live in a 13m2 apartment in Paris and it really is all about using the space as efficiently as possible.
Random suggestion but did you know that Command Strips also sells adhesive mini shelves? They’re great (and would resolve the whole rolled-up underwear fire hazard situation) 🤭
Hi Jay- glad you’re doing well. I just wanted to come on here and say that I sometimes watch TH-cam via Apple tv and then have to pull the video on my phone to like it. Because I want to say thank you and I think it’s important to say that. (There might be a way to do this on tv but I guess I don’t know- lol). What I’m trying to say that most people would not be willing to share their small space with others on YT but I want to applaud you for showing us around your space. I think it looks amazing and the fact that you’re happy even in a small space - it just goes without saying- your level of gratitude to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. So thank you. 😉
Aw, thanks for making the effort Shami! I really appreciate it =) And I'm happy to share it. It's been a blessing to me in many ways so I'm lucky that I can share that blessing in my own way
Very nice space I love all the different lighting. Also love the loft and storage stairs. And your coffee sweat shirt is awesome. I just would need my own bathroom in the space. Daily cleaning toilet area plus locking room door and toilet door every time you had to go. Deal breaker. But
Looks like you got the light situation figured out. Really great video! I didnt know you installed that glass brick partition above the shower, that's really neat! I lol'ed at the thought of you falling down into the shower, 😂I mean, that would suck so bad 😐.
You really made it work for the small space you have. And the pov made it interesting. It does look cozy. There might be like some sort of shade for ceiling lights you can do for the one above your bed.
Thanks for the video, Jay. I really enjoyed it! I appreciated seeing your apartment. Here in the US, we're very spoiled with large spaces. I like seeing how you decorate your cozy space and I love that you call your loft The Cloud! Stay safe and healthy!
That's what I call utilizing space to the max. It's amazing how much thought and time you have put your apartment to the point that creates an illusion of having a huge space when is not there. It looks awesome and very cozy. Congrats.
Love your decor and the way everything has a home and a place. My tiny home seems to be constantly messy, it's hard to keep a small space tidy I find, even a basket of laundry on the floor or few dirty dishes can make the place look like a bomb hit it😁
Thanks for your tour! I agree with a previous poster---mirrors. I've heard that in some places like Amsterdam etc in the 17 and 1800s a smallish mirror on an adjustable armature was placed next to the window. More light could be directed into the room and the person seated in the room could also see more of the street life....Also, small mirrors in frames opposite the window at the far end might draw more light in and 'expand' the space. You've done a super job with the amount of space you have.
So cosy! And home-ey, which you need right now. Eventually, you could rig up some slide out shelves to use as extra surfaces, under the desk, and under the cloud. Stay sane in there!
Late comment. If I should come across you on the street POST CORONA (thats for you Karen) I'm going to give you a hug because I have just watched you for so long and am so proud of how far you have come in this world. Kudos to you my friend in my head.
Might be late, but if you haven't solved the issue already, an idea for that overly bright light above the bed, is to maybe stick a piece of darker coloured fabric on it (with either glue or velcro) to create a dimmer coloured glow. Using velcro, you could even constantly change the fabric circles to different colours.
great use of space...couldn't do it myself, I get that it's Paris so that probably makes it worthwhile, but wow...I almost couldn't breathe just watching...brilliant design concepts though!
Your place is fab, about the same size as the place I had all those years ago! On the third floor, my window opened up on the courtyard looking into the neighbour's across the way. I saw him, and a stream of his lady friends, naked for years... From pseudo martial law, cloudy & cold Ireland! ☘️☮️💪🏽👀👍🏽☮️☘️
J. Bugz, I get it. Many moons ago when we were hippies in the woods in a cabin, I reinstated the pot d’ chambre. We had an outhouse, it had snowed and I was pregnant-long story. However, should you decide such a mini space could work and you want a roommate, holler at me.
Well put together chateau! Could you put a small clamp on light on the railing for the bed up top? I can't abide overhead lights either! Also I have the same tiny shower prob as you. I just double the shower curtain on the rings so no messing around cutting the curtain. Stay safe and healthy and enjoy your abode sir.
I really wanted to build a storage shelf off the end for water bottles etc, but it'll have to wait. Clipping on a light sounds like a great idea (as does double-curtaining). Stay safe out there too!
OMG you’re a mess !! And I mean that in the most loving way. I’m an architect and have lived in even less ideal conditions, albeit larger. I respect your willingness to “make it work”. Kudos.
Yep - I want to hide those too. Some cables on the desk are just going to have to be there, but I can make some better. The ones under the TV will get properly hidden by my plans once I can order the supplies =D
Wow it’s such an amazing space. You have definitely maximize the space that you have. It is amazing how much she can fit into such a tiny space without it looking cluttered
Love it! Such a great use of the space!! How well the sofa fits is deeply satisfying! I used to live in 12sqm in Sydney so I fully appreciate how much work went into your chateau!! If I may make a suggestion, I notice there is nothing above your front door, if you add a mirror it would bounce the light from your current window & you could frame it out so it looks like a second window.
Regarding the bright white light, you can hang fabric across the ceiling and it creates a shade. Use a fabric you love, you have lots of patterns in your space so maybe something that jives with those.
Thanks for the great videos. In Taipei, I had an apartment twice the size of yours in Paris and I felt like a king. Now that I have returned to the states I am shocked on how much space we have and how much we waste. Cheers from the Washington States.
It is fascinating to see how a tiny space can be all you need. It takes me back to when I was a young girl with dreams of living in a tree house or Barbie house. Now I know it is a reality for many🥰
I can't help but think that if you have 1-2 guests stay over, that with the 3 of you sleeping, you'll all run the risk of suffocating due to lack of air, lol. Love how you have made this chateau your own. It's inspiring.
I'm just watching this video on my phone, not very loud, and when you said "Hay Google make the lights green" my Google speaker said: "sorry I can't find any lights that change colour; you can add them in settings" lol. Never had that happen before. Nice tiny apartment.
I'm glad you're safe and keeping busy. I was checking in yesterday to see if you uploaded new videos. I like the small space, and all the creative ways people make it comfy. My husband and I live in a small room and have configured it to fit a king-size bed, but made sure to make multiple uses for the rest of the furniture, especially our book collection. Glad you are well, the States are a hot mess right now so finding your video helped. Best- TGT
Nice! I have a shower too small for a regular shower curtain, but I like it that way. The shower is not too small and I get 2 shower curtains for the price of one. The 2nd half is folded and put up in the linen closet waiting to replace the first half when I am ready to throw it out. I used the wraps to mount a power strip to husband's hospital bed. Works great. I will admit that I never considered using underwear to hold it in place. Very creative! I suspect that watching you put the Lego Arch d' Triumphe(sic) together might be akin to watching paint dry, I wouldn't mind seeing the occasional update or if you are a Lego Wiz and can do it in half a day then a time lapse video would be fun. Actually, a time lapse of each sitting and working on it to include in your vlogs would be great!
Not sure if someone already commented on this idea, I just saw this video last night: The light fixture above the bed which you hate (😂): You can dim it. Put a sheer cloth and velcro it. The light will emit a light glow.
I find that my spotlights in my kitchen are way too bright. Just found out about "Dimming Sheets" I can buy at amazon which I can cut to size ($8.99). I'm on it! Cheaper than buying spotlights with dimmer remote control.😏
For the ceiling light, cover it with rice paper, amazon has a product that doesn't use glue, I put it on windows for privacy. If you can get a dimmer switch installed, that might work, it depends on the bulb the fixture uses. Good luck
Im grateful for my space after watching this video. I mean, the beginning was cute with the sofa bed, tv, and desk, but then it became depressing after that.
Really into watching how others are coping with confinement. Thx for the tour of your space. You have done a great job of making all areas of your space useful. More! More!
You did an amazing job putting this apartment together. It would have never dawned on me that this was the same place as your "last" apartment. Stunned and inspired. Thanks for sharing (and for making me realize in your 45K subs video that my biggest weakness is vulnerability! Who knew...).
You can try to put your fan near on the table and blow the cool air from bottom to the loft direction, for the power cord extension, you can get use of 2 cable tie and one wall hook to dangle it on the wall next to your bed. IMO.
@@nisacornforth2740 I know it seems cute and funny at first, but it's really really nothing like prison and what people go through in there, especially countries like the US with unsanitary and dangerous conditions. In our own tiny apartments even in quarantine, although simple it's very comfortable and luxurious to our own specifications, and we have privacy and safety. I even have a bread maker, mini oven, instruments, a nice window, plants, cozy lighting, comfy bed, computer and stuff, cook and sleep when I want, play games, talk to friends and family, my own clean shower and toilet, and I can go out on my bike to get stuff when needed, I have masks, sanitizer.. it's *nothing* like prison.
Decorated nicely. I love loft beds. I called my old one Paradise. It was awesome except when the couple upstairs mated. Fortunately it only lasted for about 10 minutes🤣🤣
I saw a video of an apartment in New York and that size apartment went for $1400 a month. Same size as yours. Only exception was the bathroom and shower were out in the hall.
@@originrobinson8971 I'm quarantining in south Louisiana (basically the MOST southern part of the Deep South in U.S.) and I'm obsessed with tiny Parisian flat tours. Why? Who knows .... it's a crazy new world we're livin in lololol
Jay, this is my time viewing your vlogs. I have only one thing to say, "Dude, you live in PARIS, you have not room to complain about anything." Stay safe.
JAY! Stay safe, stay well and keep smiling. Have been thinking about what it would be like for you man! Take it easy and look forward to seeing you back out in Paris when this is done!!!
Get an Instant Pot. During Covid Times, I took that to the Hotel Lodge in Sequoia National Forest (yes, there was restaurant food but that would require more contact). Instant Pot meant super fast meals and easy clean up.
The actual fear of falling down into the shower...from the bed. That’s a fear I never knew was possible.
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I love how people use small spaces in the some efficient way. Cool space.
connie Miller haha you’ve never lived in Paris. I have 21 meters but its not as efficient as Jayson’s place. I wish...
Love what you've done with your place. It is definitely tiny, but looks like you've made the most of your space. How about a few more plants to oxygenate the apt? Thanks for sharing! Stay safe!
That's the plan! Thanks for wathing =)
I like the multiple camera angles and setups for the talking head bits. Your creativity is showing through strongly.
And the chateau looks great! I remember the first chateau tours, including the mat on the floor. It has come a very long way!
I had a natural light and ventilation problems in my old apartment too! I put mirrors up everywhere and had reflective decor like glass, marble, copper etc. And used a combo of a dehumidifier and an air purifier to keep the place cool and the air fresh. It really helped!
ooh, great idea - more reflective surfaces
I didn't know if was fashionable. I thought people live in so small places out of necessity.
Jay Swanson
Maybe you could use an indirect lighting like this: th-cam.com/video/AnQxhf7V7XI/w-d-xo.html
@@azminek7154 It can be both. For me I can't afford a larger space if I live in this location, and I also wanted a smaller space so that I'm consuming less. Simplify my life, force me to have less possessions, be less heavy.
Huong L. Great advice!
You do realise, don't you that this vlog alone might pick up new subscribers? There's a whole bunch of people out there who love looking at other people's apartment tours.
Pat Hallam that’s why I’m here 😂
That's me!
You're right. I love looking at people's abode. 👍🏻
Hi Pat, My grandfather's last name was Hallam. Are you from England too?
@@marthas8108 Yes. The name is very common in the Sheffield area (southern part of Yorkshire) but my family comes from Liverpool. Both are in northern England.
“I love what you’ve done with the place” 😂. I’m a fan of simple living, economy of space and cozy spaces. You have excellent bachelor taste.
Thank you!! 😊
"Simple living"? I don't think so. Try living in a log cabin with no electricity and get your water from a rain catch or well. As for economy of space and cozy spaces, they do it better in Japan.
I love your artwork, your lighting, and the stars.
Cover the bright ceiling light with colored paper.
Put a mirror directly opposite your window and it will appear to be a second window.
Put small mirrors on the side walls near your window and you will be able to see more of the outside.
Where I am, we can still go for walks outside if we stay away from each other. I hope you can get outside in the sun to get some vitamin D.
WOW, brilliant design work!!!! If I get to stay an extra year I will try doing the same heightened bed to make room for a living room technique you used. SUPER efficient!
It's the best! Separates sleep from work really well too
Wow I love how cozy your tiny apartment is and how efficient you made it ! I thought my condo was small but now I think it’s huge lol 😂
I know how grateful you must be. No rent, accommodating landlady and in Paris too with all the social benefits France provides. Your social network of expats is wonderful, the Lauras and Kate. I follow Oliver on earful tower, Monique, the peloton cafe, Puxon, etc. I’ve been in Paris many times for extended stays and lived on rue dr Lappe for 2months on one trip some time ago. Just returned from Paris on February 11. My airbandb cost 1300 Euros and was tiny too. President Macron is very competent compared to others. I could go on about the many benefits of life in france. Enjoy and your life my friend. You are indeed blessed. Uplifting vlogs from you can be very inspirational to many of us. How about doing some summaries of previous vlogs perhaps with a new narrative and updated music. Kind of a narrated video collage. Oh and I’m glad you lost those intros. Keep up the good work my friend. You are an inspiration to many.
Was thinking of even live-streaming old vlogs a bit when we launch the pre-order of the new book =) It's been really fun to go back and see a few lately.
Thanks. I’ve been waiting for this tour with bated breath and now I can finally breathe normally again. In all seriousness you’ve done a great job with a very small space.
Glad to hear your breathing is returning to it's normal delightful pace 😆
The chateau has come a long way in a few years and it looks simply marvelous! It has a nice feel to it. Good luck with the overhead light. About two years ago, Sharon and I met up with you and some of your friends at a bar in Montmartre. We'd mentioned that we were moving to Spain, and here we are as of 7 months ago and living with children-in-laws in a small house in the small town of El Casar, about 30 minutes northeast of Madrid. We're fortunate to have each other to spend time with, even if I'm the only one that doesn't speak Spanish (yet). Glad to know you're still well and sane. Now go wash your hands.
I'm glad you're settled and have someone to weather this situation with. Stay safe down there and hopefully you can return to the leisurely Spanish lifestyle without TOO much delay =)
You have been living in a tiny home before it was fashionable. Although small I like what you have made of it!
I'm generally pretty happy with it =) Just gotta get a kitchen at some point haha
Yes most people in Europe live in tiny homes.
@@marieblackbird89 Most Europeans don't live in a home this tiny, we live in homes that are considered small by American standards.
I love the storage drawers under the stairs. I’d never think of utilizing that!
It's so handy!
I would like to know where I can find something like that! Did you make it yourself? I can't find it anywhere... 🤔
Nice use of space, I would add square mirror's under your bed, above your couch also add clear twinkle lights around the bed, start wrapping philodendron vines around the lights cord. Watch how fast your plant will grow. The mirror will reflect the light. Wait until christmas when the lights are better price.
So there was a bidet in your apartment, but no toilet? What is even happening there.
My guess is that the shower must have been a toilet originally.
@@whackamolechamp Toilets at the end of the hall =D
Haha Did you really want to know? Makes sense it was down the hall.
This apartment is a definite step up from what it used to look like. I remember you were sleeping on a mattress on the floor. You have done a great job decorating. It does look really cozy. That glass wall at the top of the shower was a brilliant idea and it looks very chic. Thankfully you have a really nice bathroom and you are so fortunate to have a portable washer. That would be horrible if you had to try and get out to the laundromat with what is going on. I especially love the very large window. Mirrors strategically placed could give the feeling of more space and also bring in more light. Keep your spirits up and stay safe.
Yeah - getting out to the laundromat right now would be brutal. It was annoying enough when there wasn't a pandemic on
Jay, I’ll be honest. I used to hate your apartment. But now you’ve really transformed it it into something really appealing and cozy. My hat is off to you my friend. Thanks for the tour! Fred in NYC
Gracias! I'm pretty happy with it myself =)
Your place looks so much more comfortable than a year ago. It's looking great. How do manage daily meals, especially during quarantine, with so little space for food storage and cooking? Ordering out a lot?
Its so great that you have your apartment all ready over the past year to feel cozyand homy.Really makes me happy for you!
Aww, thank you =)
Jay put a piece of paper or cloth in between the ceiling light and your cloud bed. Then you will get reflected or diffused light instead of blinding white “ in your face” light. Simple tape or duct tape can suspend this diffuser temporarily until you figure out the best material and shape to achieve the desired resultant lighting. Try making a box and taping the center of each of the four sides to the side of the ceiling light fixture. Leave space for heat to escape the fixture. Then cut out flaps in the sides of the box to direct light around you. Think of it as functional art. The color of the insides of the box will tone the reflected light- use it!
Thank you for being so enthusiastic, you are just what I needed today, life is definitely a rollercoaster of emotions these days.
So you cant leave your house at all?
You have great style. When I saw the word "Parisian," I knew it might be smaller than many NYC apartments, but you've done a wonderful job honing it into something efficient and attractive. Now an attractive guy has an equally attractive apartment.
You've done an excellent job on that space. I also live in a 13m2 apartment in Paris and it really is all about using the space as efficiently as possible.
Awesome! Nice place you have there. I like the term “cozy cloud” i also sleep in a loft bed in a tiny condo unit
I love it =D
Random suggestion but did you know that Command Strips also sells adhesive mini shelves? They’re great (and would resolve the whole rolled-up underwear fire hazard situation) 🤭
Hi Jay- glad you’re doing well. I just wanted to come on here and say that I sometimes watch TH-cam via Apple tv and then have to pull the video on my phone to like it. Because I want to say thank you and I think it’s important to say that. (There might be a way to do this on tv but I guess I don’t know- lol). What I’m trying to say that most people would not be willing to share their small space with others on YT but I want to applaud you for showing us around your space. I think it looks amazing and the fact that you’re happy even in a small space - it just goes without saying- your level of gratitude to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. So thank you. 😉
Aw, thanks for making the effort Shami! I really appreciate it =) And I'm happy to share it. It's been a blessing to me in many ways so I'm lucky that I can share that blessing in my own way
Your small space is really warm, inviting, and joyful
Every light in my house is green! Thanks Jay! Great video. Take care of yourself!
Thanks, you too!
Greetings from CA. We're in quarantine too but at least we have a slightly bigger apt. Hang in there! You've done an amazing job.
Thank you! You too!
What you’ve done is awesome! It is very cozy under the cloud and your bed looks very comfy.
Thank you! 😊
Very nice space I love all the different lighting. Also love the loft and storage stairs. And your coffee sweat shirt is awesome. I just would need my own bathroom in the space. Daily cleaning toilet area plus locking room door and toilet door every time you had to go. Deal breaker. But
Yeah, the toilet situation isn't great but otherwise I love it =D
I have one of those star lights...never thought of having it that low! Love!
Looks like you got the light situation figured out. Really great video! I didnt know you installed that glass brick partition above the shower, that's really neat! I lol'ed at the thought of you falling down into the shower, 😂I mean, that would suck so bad 😐.
It would not have been the best surprise 😆
I want a link for that sofa.. thats amazing the way it folds out!!
Yes, I would love to know the manufacturer and a link?
You really made it work for the small space you have. And the pov made it interesting. It does look cozy. There might be like some sort of shade for ceiling lights you can do for the one above your bed.
Thanks so much! 😊 And yeah, I'll need to mess with it (I just never use it)
Thanks for the video, Jay. I really enjoyed it! I appreciated seeing your apartment. Here in the US, we're very spoiled with large spaces. I like seeing how you decorate your cozy space and I love that you call your loft The Cloud!
Stay safe and healthy!
It's a cozy cloud indeed =D
That's what I call utilizing space to the max. It's amazing how much thought and time you have put your apartment to the point that creates an illusion of having a huge space when is not there. It looks awesome and very cozy. Congrats.
Thanks! I've put a ton of thought into it - still thinking on some more upgrades too ;D
I love your place so cozy and your lighting is cool. Thanks for showing us!😍
Couldn't sleep.Went and watched your earlier videos. Thanks so much. Your voice on a loop lulled me to sleep.Thanks for the calm.
You are so welcome
It looks so cosy now.I bet you are glad that you were able to do all the alterations when you did.
I'm so glad! It would have been brutal without them
Love your decor and the way everything has a home and a place. My tiny home seems to be constantly messy, it's hard to keep a small space tidy I find, even a basket of laundry on the floor or few dirty dishes can make the place look like a bomb hit it😁
Thanks for your tour! I agree with a previous poster---mirrors. I've heard that in some places like Amsterdam etc in the 17 and 1800s a smallish mirror on an adjustable armature was placed next to the window. More light could be directed into the room and the person seated in the room could also see more of the street life....Also, small mirrors in frames opposite the window at the far end might draw more light in and 'expand' the space.
You've done a super job with the amount of space you have.
I seriously love the black/purple/gray vibes so much!!
So cosy! And home-ey, which you need right now. Eventually, you could rig up some slide out shelves to use as extra surfaces, under the desk, and under the cloud. Stay sane in there!
Definitely want to organize my lighting and equipment storage!
Jay, you made very efficient / effective use of your small living space. Thank you for the personalized tour!!
Jay thank you for sharing your cozy home also you did a fabulous job on the task of working with a small space.Keep the videos coming 🤗
Jay your room has changed so much over the years. This room is amazing. Stay strong brother
Thanks! You too!
Late comment. If I should come across you on the street POST CORONA (thats for you Karen) I'm going to give you a hug because I have just watched you for so long and am so proud of how far you have come in this world. Kudos to you my friend in my head.
Might be late, but if you haven't solved the issue already, an idea for that overly bright light above the bed, is to maybe stick a piece of darker coloured fabric on it (with either glue or velcro) to create a dimmer coloured glow. Using velcro, you could even constantly change the fabric circles to different colours.
great use of space...couldn't do it myself, I get that it's Paris so that probably makes it worthwhile, but wow...I almost couldn't breathe just watching...brilliant design concepts though!
I'm sure you'd be ok - unless you wanted to cook some big meals, then you might be out of luck =)
House coat will solve the getting dressed part for the bathroom
Ooh, I hadn't thought about that
Your place is fab, about the same size as the place I had all those years ago! On the third floor, my window opened up on the courtyard looking into the neighbour's across the way. I saw him, and a stream of his lady friends, naked for years... From pseudo martial law, cloudy & cold Ireland! ☘️☮️💪🏽👀👍🏽☮️☘️
Haha - well at least you had entertainment I guess. Thankfully no one can see me in here (at least when all the leaves are out)
I have the same blue square pillow.
Quarantine twinsies!!!!!
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Nice & Cozy! - And your'e in Paaaaris! Sadly at my age I couldn't manage that sleeping arrangment without a bedpan...😂😂😂
Thankfully I've got no need to sprint as yet 👍
J. Bugz, I get it. Many moons ago when we were hippies in the woods in a cabin, I reinstated the pot d’ chambre. We had an outhouse, it had snowed and I was pregnant-long story. However, should you decide such a mini space could work and you want a roommate, holler at me.
Honestly you could probably aim into the shower from there if it was dire or drunk enough 🤷🏻♀️ or so I imagine, not being male lol
Well put together chateau! Could you put a small clamp on light on the railing for the bed up top? I can't abide overhead lights either! Also I have the same tiny shower prob as you. I just double the shower curtain on the rings so no messing around cutting the curtain. Stay safe and healthy and enjoy your abode sir.
I really wanted to build a storage shelf off the end for water bottles etc, but it'll have to wait. Clipping on a light sounds like a great idea (as does double-curtaining). Stay safe out there too!
I'm amazed that you're even able to get good shots of the stuff in your apartment when the apartment itself is so small
Takes some fenagling haha
OMG you’re a mess !! And I mean that in the most loving way. I’m an architect and have lived in even less ideal conditions, albeit larger. I respect your willingness to “make it work”. Kudos.
I love it!!! It’s so cozy. But my OCD is kicking in, seeing all the cables on the desk and the wall 😂
Yep - I want to hide those too. Some cables on the desk are just going to have to be there, but I can make some better. The ones under the TV will get properly hidden by my plans once I can order the supplies =D
Jay Swanson yay! But either way, love your home ☺️
Wow it’s such an amazing space. You have definitely maximize the space that you have. It is amazing how much she can fit into such a tiny space without it looking cluttered
Love it! Such a great use of the space!! How well the sofa fits is deeply satisfying! I used to live in 12sqm in Sydney so I fully appreciate how much work went into your chateau!! If I may make a suggestion, I notice there is nothing above your front door, if you add a mirror it would bounce the light from your current window & you could frame it out so it looks like a second window.
Jay, this clip is perfect for the channel like Living Big in a Tiny House ❤️Thank you for sharing the cozy space.
Glad you like it! Maybe they'll pay me a visit haha
Regarding the bright white light, you can hang fabric across the ceiling and it creates a shade. Use a fabric you love, you have lots of patterns in your space so maybe something that jives with those.
Thanks for the great videos. In Taipei, I had an apartment twice the size of yours in Paris and I felt like a king. Now that I have returned to the states I am shocked on how much space we have and how much we waste. Cheers from the Washington States.
It is fascinating to see how a tiny space can be all you need. It takes me back to when I was a young girl with dreams of living in a tree house or Barbie house. Now I know it is a reality for many🥰
I can't help but think that if you have 1-2 guests stay over, that with the 3 of you sleeping, you'll all run the risk of suffocating due to lack of air, lol. Love how you have made this chateau your own. It's inspiring.
Makes my 750 square feet duplex feel like a palace!
😂😂😂 "Quand je me regarde je me désole. Quand je me compare, je me console " !!!
My 550 sq feet apartment suddenly seems palatial, but then a proper kitchen and bathroom do help. I love how even a guest can stay.
I'm just watching this video on my phone, not very loud, and when you said "Hay Google make the lights green" my Google speaker said: "sorry I can't find any lights that change colour; you can add them in settings" lol. Never had that happen before. Nice tiny apartment.
Haha - poor Google getting all confused
I'm glad you're safe and keeping busy. I was checking in yesterday to see if you uploaded new videos. I like the small space, and all the creative ways people make it comfy. My husband and I live in a small room and have configured it to fit a king-size bed, but made sure to make multiple uses for the rest of the furniture, especially our book collection. Glad you are well, the States are a hot mess right now so finding your video helped. Best- TGT
Welcome back! And I'm glad the video was helpful - it's nice to take a break from the news from time to time =)
I love your place. You did a fantastic job living in a small space. Bravo
Thank you so much!
Nice! I have a shower too small for a regular shower curtain, but I like it that way. The shower is not too small and I get 2 shower curtains for the price of one. The 2nd half is folded and put up in the linen closet waiting to replace the first half when I am ready to throw it out. I used the wraps to mount a power strip to husband's hospital bed. Works great. I will admit that I never considered using underwear to hold it in place. Very creative! I suspect that watching you put the Lego Arch d' Triumphe(sic) together might be akin to watching paint dry, I wouldn't mind seeing the occasional update or if you are a Lego Wiz and can do it in half a day then a time lapse video would be fun. Actually, a time lapse of each sitting and working on it to include in your vlogs would be great!
I was even thinking of live streaming the lego building process haha
Aside from the apartment, I learned about so many tech gadgets from this video ...keeping us in the know. 😊
Not sure if someone already commented on this idea, I just saw this video last night: The light fixture above the bed which you hate (😂):
You can dim it.
Put a sheer cloth and velcro it.
The light will emit a light glow.
Yeah, gotta get on that - it is nice when I need to really light the place up entirely but otherwise it renders the light useless ha
I find that my spotlights in my kitchen are way too bright. Just found out about "Dimming Sheets" I can buy at amazon which I can cut to size ($8.99). I'm on it! Cheaper than buying spotlights with dimmer remote control.😏
I like it! All your quirky ways to make it your home. Very cozy and homey.
Thank you! 😊
You’ve made it cosy, functional, and really stylish.
Thanks! I'm really happy with it =)
Nice room set up. Just a bit of shelves to organize. But it's awesome!
And voila 🥂 th-cam.com/video/Q7a70fbUbhQ/w-d-xo.html shelves!
For the ceiling light, cover it with rice paper, amazon has a product that doesn't use glue, I put it on windows for privacy. If you can get a dimmer switch installed, that might work, it depends on the bulb the fixture uses. Good luck
I love your apartment! You made great use of your space. Your very humorous and seem to be a fun person. Stay safe and happy.
Im grateful for my space after watching this video. I mean, the beginning was cute with the sofa bed, tv, and desk, but then it became depressing after that.
Really into watching how others are coping with confinement. Thx for the tour of your space. You have done a great job of making all areas of your space useful. More! More!
Thanks! I've really enjoyed making it into what it is now
Great home . How about a shelf above the front door for your shoes ? Otherwise the space you’ve created is fantastic
You did an amazing job putting this apartment together. It would have never dawned on me that this was the same place as your "last" apartment. Stunned and inspired. Thanks for sharing (and for making me realize in your 45K subs video that my biggest weakness is vulnerability! Who knew...).
You can try to put your fan near on the table and blow the cool air from bottom to the loft direction, for the power cord extension, you can get use of 2 cable tie and one wall hook to dangle it on the wall next to your bed. IMO.
Been following you for around a year but only just found this and so pleased I did. Really enjoyable videos. Thank you
Thanks for watching! Happy to have you along for the ride!
Just a ideal.... Maybe you could paint the light covering over you bed with heat resistant paint to tone the brightness down.
I was scrolling through and I thought it said "my tiny prison apartment" at first
Same thing almost...
Prisoners have bigger cells than this guy.
Now that would be an awesome video.
@@nisacornforth2740 I know it seems cute and funny at first, but it's really really nothing like prison and what people go through in there, especially countries like the US with unsanitary and dangerous conditions. In our own tiny apartments even in quarantine, although simple it's very comfortable and luxurious to our own specifications, and we have privacy and safety. I even have a bread maker, mini oven, instruments, a nice window, plants, cozy lighting, comfy bed, computer and stuff, cook and sleep when I want, play games, talk to friends and family, my own clean shower and toilet, and I can go out on my bike to get stuff when needed, I have masks, sanitizer.. it's *nothing* like prison.
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Decorated nicely. I love loft beds. I called my old one Paradise. It was awesome except when the couple upstairs mated. Fortunately it only lasted for about 10 minutes🤣🤣
I saw a video of an apartment in New York and that size apartment went for $1400 a month. Same size as yours. Only exception was the bathroom and shower were out in the hall.
That's a true dorm room setup there
How about adding some scent candles.... lavender smells good and is relaxing. Thanks for this video.
Lots of good scents to go around =)
Me: Has many essays due very soon
Also Me: Watches room tours of Paris apartments while being from the UK
Essays are so much less fun though 😈
@@JaySwanson hahaha very true keep up the good videos! Using these and making my own to distract me now
@@originrobinson8971 I'm quarantining in south Louisiana (basically the MOST southern part of the Deep South in U.S.) and I'm obsessed with tiny Parisian flat tours. Why? Who knows .... it's a crazy new world we're livin in lololol
@@CHSwildcats19 ahahaha I love that
💯 me right now haha
Jay, this is my time viewing your vlogs. I have only one thing to say, "Dude, you live in PARIS, you have not room to complain about anything." Stay safe.
Great, efficient use of space. Looks quite cozy and comfortable. A scarf over the overhead light? Nice artwork.
Thank you!
You did a great job creating a lot of useful space in such a small flat. I think I would have done the same exact thing....
JAY! Stay safe, stay well and keep smiling. Have been thinking about what it would be like for you man! Take it easy and look forward to seeing you back out in Paris when this is done!!!
Thank you! You stay safe too =)
im too used to my irish big house comforts i couldnt do this but it looks amazing youve done so much with the space!
Thank you! 😊 I love it but I do miss walking around haha
Yay, a Jay video!!! It must have been challenging to get those angles/shots it that space, love how it turned out.
Very! But worth the effort =D Thanks!
This is awesome, Jay! Thank you for this tour! Tiny home living. You’ve got it all working for you pretty darn well! ✌🏼✨
I'm certainly making due with what I've got! 🤗
Jay Swanson You are indeed. Love the star lamps and overall ambiance you’ve created! 🌟
Get an Instant Pot. During Covid Times, I took that to the Hotel Lodge in Sequoia National Forest (yes, there was restaurant food but that would require more contact). Instant Pot meant super fast meals and easy clean up.
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Great set up! I had to comment on the blue pineapple boxers. On the drying rack So cute. 😁🤣😝
Right?!
Thanks a lot Jay. You made my bedroom lights turn green.