NEVER TOO SMALL New York Designer Studio Apartment 33sqm/350sqft
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Formerly a hotel built in the early 1900, this Upper West Side studio has been completely transformed into a bright and stylish contemporary home full of space-saving design tricks where a couple can comfortably cook and entertain. Drawing inspiration from the Parisian Beaux-arts style of the building, the team at NYC Design Studio Duro Deco added various arched frames and curves to create a sense of height and space, softening the edges and enhancing the flow of the home. Moving the kitchen into the living space created one large open living area. The clever addition of a custom made ‘Murphy Table’ to fit in a 4 seater dining area folds neatly up onto the wall and appears like an artwork when not in use. The materials used in the kitchen have been thoughtfully selected to reflect light from the large window across the room, whilst a frosted glass bathroom door allows light from the bathroom window to filter through to the rest of the apartment.
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Project Name: Upper West Side Studio
Architect: www.durodeco.c...
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Director: Nam Tran
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Would you mind to add to your videos a night impression of the homes? Of course only if it fits. Here the lighting concept would have been interesting to me.
Could you give us an estimate of total renovation cost?
The young lady did a wonderful job 👏🏾
Looks much larger than 350sqft. Loving the dining table come picture when not in use. This is a good redesign and a great space.
I live in a 350sqft apartment and this seems about right :)
I am sure they use super wide lens to make looks so big!
I want that table/picture frame for my own apartment- it’s so functional yet cute unlike a regular Murphy table.
How much is the apartment?
@@ananasbanana Probably in the millions
This architect did an amazing job. Not a lot of flashy fixes just easy, efficient design. The rounded edges and bathroom door are sublime.
this is just perfect. simple but i could see the owner or architect didnt break a bank to build this. Also this is upper west NY... just perfect for someone living single.
This is easily the prettiest, cleanest, most reasonable and usable design I've seen featured on this channel. It's also be the most humble and least pretentious designer by far. I'd live here in a heartbeat.
I would love to live here. Small but efficient.
This architect is like an artist, with small apartments as her canvas. Let's see more of her projects!
I agree!!
The maximisation of natural light was the selling point for me. From the living room window to reflecting it on the kitchen cupboards and even the frosted bathroom door, it makes the apartment feel much more airy and bright. The arches too give a wonderful cozy feeling. The table doubling up as an artwork was genius! The open space in front of the apartment is a huge plus. Didn’t understand the piece of glass that was hung over the sofa, it reflected the TV. What was it?
I believe those things are called mirrors. ;)
It appears to be a smoked mirror, but nevertheless it plays into the same idea of catching the window light and reflecting it while also creating the illusion of more space
Its an antiqued mirror.
Yeah, it'll reflect the TV when watching TV, but I'm pretty sure no one is going to focus on how cohesive the mirror's reflection relates to the room when you're watching your show/movie. The focus would be on the TV. Once off, it reflects light towards what would otherwise be a darker face of the room. Look at the sideview at 2:35, it's already darker than the wall to the right even with the light bouncing off the mirror.
The "murphy" table/art frame is genius!
A really great result from such a simple redesign. It avoids all of the complicated, over-engineered shenanigans that you so often see architects resort to in these tiny environments.
And that table is not shenanigan?
@@ShweMyaukMyauk that table is indeed a shenanigan but has such a simple and light design, looks beautiful and is definitely functional.
@@ShweMyaukMyauk also you don't need a kitchen table at all times. At least that's my experience.
Did you see the Spanish apartment that Kirsten visited last week? The toilet was in the entryway- open to the whole apartment. You could achieve a little privacy from the kitchen by sliding the spice rack over to partially block the view. The countertop folded down across the opening to the foyer/loo. If mother had a pie crust rolled out when you need a poo, you had to crawl under the countertop to get to it 🤣
@@ShweMyaukMyauk Not really, tables like that have been used for centuries. Folding tables date back to Ancient Egypt and were very common during the middle ages. The design here is simple and not over engineered.
The deep closet that uses the kitchen corner space is GENIUS
This is my fav video for small spaces design in this channel: nothing too over the top, clean and practical design (the dining table), easy to maintain for day to day and good storage solutions! Bravo to the designer!
I couldn't agree more.
The painting/wall folding table, the pendant lamps hanging over the bedside tables, the translucent glass bathroom door to let light through- all so elegant and thoughtfully done. Many thanks for documenting it NTS!
Without a doubt one of the best NYC studios I've ever seen. Kudos to the designer(s).
👍🏼 Absolutely! Would definitely consider buying this unit! 🗽😎✌🏼
I applaud the designers artful handling of the TV. Not only did she showcase the feature wall of the TV beautifully, she intentionally reflected it with the vintage mirror above the sofa. A lot of designers shy away from a TV or try to hide it , this one leans right into the challenge. Well done!!!
I'm actually going to say the opposite and comment two major practical flaws if I were to live there
1. Tv size is way too small
2. The tv placement is way too high.
I'm always surprised how designers are not aware of the second point. Perhaps they are convinced the tv is more of a wall decoration than something you view when sitting down.
A fold out dining table is one of the few foldable furniture pieces that feels practical for the typical living space. This “Murphy table” is a beautiful use of space while bringing art and a personal touch into the space.
More generally I love the styling of this apartment, the arch theme, the lighting, and really achieving that sense of height is making me swoon. What a way to kick off North American videos! Looking forward to more :)
I have been playing around with a design for this type of dining table for my own home.... it is lovely!
@@natashafigueroa9198 Yes, there are so many ways to personalize it for each decor. As a child, my father made me a version of this, with shallow shelves behind the table. It really was useful in my room, giving me a work/play space that could disappear to leave room for other activities.
Agreed!! I hate the small apartments that are full of modular furniture. I don't want to spend all day reconfiguring my furniture every time I need it for a different use.
This table in this apartment makes perfect sense. This is one of my favourite apartments from this channel because it looks like a real functional home with real, comfortable furniture and spaces. Not a box filled with more boxes on wheels and tracks that I have to pull out to "make" the furniture I need.
@@new-lviv I like that idea of built in desks that hide away - not one, but two! Thank you.
@@Terri_MacKay Yes, I would not want a murphy bed. I want to be able to lie down and get up again during the day.
that flip up table into an painting is just something else
I'm so happy to see NTS do a New York apt. I've been waiting for them to do one ever since I moved into my own studio apt. I wish they would renovate my little apt!
I love the simple aesthetics of the decor. It’s relaxing but functional.
If it's possible, can you guys include a brief clip/sweep of the apartment at night? Just to see what it looks like without sunlight =)
Good point
I am blown away about the creativity, caring of the space and an aspiration to hold on to the "roots" of the environment. Amazing!!
the idea of a table that folds up to review artwork is amazing. I think this idea should take off.
This woman's voice is so comforting.
The constant whistling especially 😅
This home is not only beautiful, it's realistic. Sometimes small homes can get too gimmicky or have too many contraptions that are cool but lose their shine after a while. The murphy table they have is cute and functional. Even if they have that table down most of the time, it's not in the way and still looks lovely.
I think a natural light-wood towel rack in the bathroom would have looked nicer than the chrome one, and it would have tied the bathroom design to the rest of the home a little better. However, I can acknowledge that it might be easier to maintain chrome in a bathroom compared to wood, and it's probably not too hard to take down if they change their mind later on.
With so much white, this place could have easily been boring, but the designers did a fantastic job at making it serene and peaceful without being washed-out or sterilized-looking. The light-wood accents and the arches really helped make it look clean and open, but still be architecturally interesting.
Overall, just a beautiful home.
Congratulations to the Architect, she made a huge and nice job inside this appartment.
That's it, that's the one. You can now stop doing videos, you've found the best micro apartment 🏆. I don't know how you can top this, there is no single flaws. I would maybe add a plant but this place is so exquisite. Well done.
Every design choice here is immaculate. Simply amazing.
I finished my drinking career and got sober in a 19th floor apt similarly laid out. Its entrance was between the bath and kit in original plan, with no bump out, and under 300SF. I loved the views and, like this apt, that secure feeling of being in a tower. I appreciate the fact that yours has everything without any transformer feel. Just beautiful.
The arch doors gives it such an elegant look.
LOVE that the table serves as art when its on the wall!!!
For someone who lives in a tiny pre-war studio in Manhattan like myself, this feels very relatable. Really appreciate sharing this apartment and the work behind it!
I wish more people around the world would have the same approach as this designer, about re-using and repurposing the buildings that we already have instead of demolishing and robbing cities of their architectural beauty. The planet does not need soul less buildings....
dining table flipped up to be a painting is the jewel of the concept here. brilliant!
The arches and frosted door is genius! I adore this apartment!
OMG, I WANT THAT TABLE that becomes a piece of art when you fold it up!!!
The use of curved lines is really nice: makes me feel relaxed and plus, makes the apartment bigger.
The table is really a piece of art, when it's closed and there is the bench underneath, seems like you're in a modern museum.
The arched accents really got me. It makes such a fresh and modern ambience
Absolutely love this one. Using the awkward corner space in the kitchen for the closet behind is pure genius!
Table turns into art piece is one of the best ideas I have seen in decorating.
Please if any designers from London see this can you please bring your ideas here, especially to central London there are so many nice building that are unfortunately being ripped down and could have been designed like this.
This very clean and refreshing, the lighting is amazing and space has been thought out very well, I really appreciate such greatness.
I find the Murphy dining table fascinating. It turned out beautifully-both a functional table and a work of art. It's an excellent choice for small spaces.
After living with a white kitchen for the last 12 years, I now have a horror of the constant, daily cleaning they need, especially the vertical surfaces. It's amazing how much dust, grime and fingerprints they attract. The bathroom is divine, the tall cupboards are a necessity. Lovely conversion, beautiful floors.
That TABLE, oh my god. I would buy one right now, what a perfect idea
One of the most beautiful flats I've seen here. It brings me peace and seems impossible to get tired of seeing the decoration and furniture. Absolutely my style.
this is exactly what kind of apartment id love to live in in the future. beautiful
0:21 I can't stop thinking about that view, it's just so perfect and beautiful
And likely very expensive! ;D
@@tock-bd6jl it's Manhattan. A broom closet is expensive there.
It's just a concrete jungle.
That table is a piece of art
Such a beautiful example of how we can re-use excisting, historical buildings in our big cities and make them into modern, liveable spaces.
This is so well designed, with unique details and a genius way of useing the outdoor light.
Thank you for sharing 🙏
I usually like most of the spaces you guys highlight but I have to say that I'm in love with this one: how it uses light, how simple yet charming and cozy it looks. I feel like I could move in into this one in a heartbeat.
What an absolutely perfect use of space. I am in awe. Professional is what you call this lady and her team.
Raising the table against the wall to create more space and exposing the art work underneath the table is brilliant! It is a functionally efficient design and wonderfully complements the room, essentially creating two different spaces depending on whether the table is lowered for use or raised when not in use.
I love how this apartment is really easy to clean. It also has a very reasonable amount of storage space, especially in the kitchen. I like that the living room is equally suitable for conversation with guests as it is suitable as a TV room. It is a small space but perfectly big enough to entertain guests. There are very little built-in features, which makes for a less rigid space. Other designs often have so much built-in furniture that everything is screwed into place and you can't move anything around as your needs change.
That table/ painting is absolute genius!!
Beautifully done. As a NYC resident, this was greatly appreciated. To see how architects would maximize a dwelling in the capital of small space urban living was inspiring. Thank you for posting!
Since you're a New Yorker, how much do you think this place would cost? Thanks
Agreed. I was a bit over Melbourne lol.
@@lindatrandesign If you renovate in NYC costs 200-400 per sqft so this would be up to 140000
Best first 10 seconds of a NTS ever!
The murphy table has blown my mind.
the murphy table is such an ingenious design choice. i'm in love~
I love it! It’s sleek, stylish, gorgeous! It’s minimalist, but feels welcoming and cosy at the same time. Beautiful use of the space.
the table/painting left me in shock. what a great idea
🎉🥂🍾 Let's celebrate the wall-hung toilet and vanity! Seriously! Most small apartments need these! 😎✌🏼
The idea with table/poster is so brilliant! I actually applied it to my apartment.
I liked the arches that contributed to a sense of height, and the Murphy table with art was absolutely beautiful
the folding table/artwork is genius.
I watch a lot of these small-space transformation videos and this remodel is, by far, my absolute favorite. There isn't a single element I don't love - fabulous work. I wish these videos would give an idea of how much a project like this costs.
This woman is not just an architect, she’s a pure artist! The idea with the “Murphy table” is insane! One of the greatest solutions I have EVER seen for a small space! Absolutely wonderful and as many have already commented, the flat looks much bigger than 33 sqm! Very light and airy. I am obsessed with the bathroom door letting the light in, it’s so narrow and beautiful, I would get it for myself in a heartbeat.
This is artistry. Thank you for showing us.
I love that while it's modern makeover architect has paid homage to the original structure by using arches in living room and on bathroom door. It looks modern yet traditional at the same time. Beautifully done ❤️
Amazing! The first beautiful American kitchen with no ugly transformer-like oven, wonderful job!
The table/artpiece is a fantastic idea, I love how it looks when it's not in use
Kitchen and Living space look stark, cold and unfriendly. The bedroom is nice.
The whole place looks cold stark and unfriendly. White everything. White seems to be the new grey has no one got any colour in their homes nowadays. This apartment is nice and beautifully done but is certainly not my cup of tea though.
This was so soothing to watch. The switch to chevron flooring is subtle but beautiful. Loved the theme of the arches throughout. Beautiful space!
Really clever to repurpose that typically tricky kitchen corner cabinet into a deeper wardrobe 👍
Simple, well designed, light filled, airy, and beautiful, without being cold, clinical and cramped! Well done indeed! 👏
Wow wow wow. Absolutely gorgeous! The use of space and making it appear much larger than 33m2 is amazing.
The only thing I would do differently is design the dining table so that it could be stored behind the art work when against the wall.
This is one of my favorite among all the small apartments featured in this channel. I love it!
So many outstanding features to this design. I’m in love with the designer’s work. More theft-worthy ideas than I should list, and her execution is flawless.
LOVE IT! love the arches, love the high ceiling, love how the layout just makes sense. Nothing feels forced or compromised.
YES - so fine - one of my favorites too - cozy yet so much culture - instantly. satisfying - homey - fine.
Love the design of this space, one of my favorites! Feels spacious, bright, cozy and super efficient.
The murphy table idea is so brilliant, but having two screws to mount/unmount the leg can be kind of tedious whenever you need to access it multiple times a day. You might even risk loosing the screws. Some sort of built-in locking mechanism to latch/unlatch the leg would really make using the murphy table feel fun and effortless.
Didn’t get to see how the leg was stored, but I imagine it being done with a metal rod inside the leg to place under the bench with magnets.
Yeah, the setup felt too long for me and it might end up in one position permanently.
For storage I would even consider going bold and hanging it on the wall next to the table.
They should have used a loop frame, pivoted on the top that folds "out" to act as the leg. It might need to be telescoping to get the height correct, but it would make the transition super easy.
I guess that a leg with a simple socket and a powerful magnet to fix it well in position, could be simple enough for every day use...
Let's face it. The table will be down 99% of the time.
Finally, a big and comfy couch. And I love the dinner table, genious! Also, the floor in the bathroom is a nice accent. Gorgeous design throughout, it really does feel bigger than it is.
Such a fantastic use of space and a lovely timeless design.
I loved the dining table design...making it an art piece while being folded is so great
Love the all white/natural light combo. Love the rounded edges and doors, even in the small key shelves at the entryway. Full height storage is a huge bonus I bet they appreciated when downsizing. Swapping the kitchen and sleeping always seems to work well in studios. Love the Murphy table, I’ve seen this in lots of tiny homes, but the bench seat, that becomes a side table when not in use… this is great and makes this work. Yes, love it all!!
This is amazing design! Livable and aesthetically pleasing.
Very well planned and thought out. My only pang is there’s no door to separate the bedroom from the rest of the flat. I say this because sometimes, you just don’t want your bedroom and clothes to smell like food, or you want some privacy from curious eyes.
It’s a studio so they can’t legally close it off
@@joannechan887 that is not true.
in a 33 sqm apartment? what curious eyes? this is a place for one, or a couple. there are no eyes at all here.
@@joannechan887 Legally? I"m sorry but I don't follow what you're saying. Could you please expand?
@@jdmfsdjs It's natural to want your loved ones to visit. You may even be kind and host someone who needs a place to stay. There may be an unhappy event where your pipes need a plumber to visit. Or you'll get lucky and have a romantic evening... I mean this sincerely, sometimes a bit of privacy is needed.
An outcome that makes this space simple with focus on less is more..the clients would surely have been pleased with how you created their home so beautifully
that's quite a big studio and it's convenient that the bed is tucked away at the back of the unit! Love the colors, gives me Korean apartment vibes for sure with the wood and white combo.
Yes, you don't need direct light in the bedroom, it is nice when it is dark in there. You sleep better.
The use of curves in the arch and other elements is a nice feature and I do think the demarcation of space was noticeably improved by moving the kitchen out in line with the extent of the lounge(might have been a nice touch if the bench curved into the bedroom) but I do think there's such a thing as too much white regardless of how it make a space feel lighter and this apartment is a perfect example.
OBSESSED with the murphy table idea!!!
Great design. Nice to see people maximise the space they have but at the same time keeping a very minimalistic approach.
This is one of my favorites. It's such a small space but she managed to make it look so much bigger.
The architect should win an award for this apartment! The practical layout married with cohesive design elements is wonderful. The bathroom is stunning yet elegant. Love the arches, that door should be copied, it's beautiful and practical, a great splurge, worth every penny! The TV arch is another design that people should copy, this time much more affordably. More from this architect, please! TFS
Such clever style for this whole place… sooo nice to come home to ! minimal.. but yet practical, inviting
What an absolutely beautiful renovation! For a couple to downsize to a large studio takes a bit of courage to begin with, imo. Well done all the way around!
I grew up on 93rd and Colombus- so, it was really cool to see this beautiful apartment in the neighborhood I'm so familiar with. Thank you for sharing this!
Idk how transparent is that glass on bathroom doors, but I'm always impressed by people actually wanting glass doors on bathroom lol
i think this is the best design for studio in nyc, simple and clean design
I could see myself living in this space. Beautifully planned and designed.
Stunning, functional and inspirational all at the same time. Well done.
Beautiful and well thought out renovation. It's minimal, light, and airy. I know this building and neighborhood. It's a great location. The Museum of Natural History is across the street and you're half a block off of Central Park. Seeing how there is limited closet space I was surprised that she took out the linen closet that was next to the bathroom in the original floor plan. Also, for me personally, I would prefer to have some way to create privacy between the living room and the bedroom in case one person stays up watching TV and the other wants to go to bed. Otherwise, super well done.
One of the best of this series so far. As an Interior Architect and Interior Photographer, I can really appreciate the thought that has gone into truly maximising the space for THIS particular clients living needs, and not pandering to interior trends. It's a clean elegant design that cleverly combines open living with modular. This is an apartment I would love to live in..Well Done!!!
looks lovely, but for me not enough storage
This is a very beautiful space!! Wow! I love the feel of a slight throw back to the period with tiny hints in the apartment. This is definitely one of my favorites. I love everything about it. ❤❤❤