What $2,024 Will Get You In Toronto | Sweet Digs | Refinery29

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  • On this episode of Sweet Digs, we check out Samantha’s Toronto apartment. Her home is a bright, minimal studio full of pops of pink. Press play to explore this lovely Toronto home.
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  • @refinery29
    @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What’s your favorite part of Samantha’s studio apartment? Comment below!

    • @StephenCovic
      @StephenCovic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She's done such a good job organizing everything :)

    • @luvlyrickle
      @luvlyrickle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The view and the balcony! Bathroom is great too.

    • @thehandsomehanson7742
      @thehandsomehanson7742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The art!!!!

    • @AishaNg761
      @AishaNg761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The view and planty

    • @CreativeEricafilms
      @CreativeEricafilms 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does she have an instagram? Would love to follow her.

  • @poeticlovee
    @poeticlovee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +339

    Her space is so calming. Her voice is calming as well. Her space is delicate & feminine. My favorite part of her home is the bathroom.

  • @MsRose00
    @MsRose00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I love that she highlighted her niece’s artwork and how it’s well incorporated in the space.

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +msrose00 Yes, us too!

  • @mayagogo
    @mayagogo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    that chair just sitting there in the bathroom is such a power move

  • @Jsbdhuwbxbks3
    @Jsbdhuwbxbks3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    I really love how she organized her space and was able to create "rooms" in her studio apartment. Also, the color palette she chose makes her home seem so relaxing and inviting!

  • @starzzzy22
    @starzzzy22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    I love when adults use pink tones in decor. Love the whole aesthetic of her apartment!

    • @iamsherlocked345
      @iamsherlocked345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just treated myself to a bed set that is a beautiful blush pink and it’s such a beautiful calming color. Also I had wanted something pottery barn for years ❤️

  • @theburgerbrains
    @theburgerbrains 3 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    do a "what $850 will get you anywhere" version lol. I would love to see you guys maybe show how to make a cheap, broke place look nice without big bucks because most of us are struggling out here lol

    • @kw1535
      @kw1535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      That’s a cool idea! but with the caveat I don’t want to see “$850 for my share” but actually $850 for the space.

    • @theburgerbrains
      @theburgerbrains 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@kw1535 yes! I feel like most “cheap apartment tours” on TH-cam are centered around college students

    • @Sososunnyyyyyy
      @Sososunnyyyyyy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      $850 in Toronto would be someone's couch

    • @kaiharris9675
      @kaiharris9675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ikea

    • @shan22777
      @shan22777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I don’t know where anywhere in Ontario you could get an apt in for this price

  • @officiallyanna
    @officiallyanna 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I love how you separated the bedroom for it to have it’s only little space. You can barely tell it’s a studio! Good job girl! ❤️🇯🇲

  • @mayronque3282
    @mayronque3282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Oh this is a beautiful space. A little cramped but the way she designed it really helped. The sheer curtains as a divider is so genius 😫

  • @UNYQUE707
    @UNYQUE707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Come through Canadian Sweet Digs!! 🇨🇦✨

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +anne-gabrielleberthaud 👏🏽

    • @Girlforaction
      @Girlforaction 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@refinery29 please do more of them.

  • @shan22777
    @shan22777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    The “jewelry box” is a sewing box from the 1960s ;)

    • @barbarab75
      @barbarab75 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But I like the idea of using it for something else.

  • @elizabeth.97
    @elizabeth.97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I really love her aesthetic! She makes the small space looks so cozy and classy

  • @johncrowbatty2000
    @johncrowbatty2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    More TORONTO PLEASSEEEE

  • @colleenreid2429
    @colleenreid2429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I loved everything about Samantha’s space. Each piece was thoughtfully placed in her home. I love how minimalistic, practical and comfortable it is! My favourite part must be the bathroom because I feel like it’s a special oasis!
    PS: yes to another amazing Toronto home!

    • @ellegee4630
      @ellegee4630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I almost rented that exact layout at the same building but could not figure out how to make it flexibly liveable (which did very well).

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +colleenreid Thanks for being here!

  • @sjcme-5322
    @sjcme-5322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    It's a sewing box but using for jewelry is a great idea. We have three in our house right now all from thrift stores ; I'm so pleased she didn't pay 200 🤯 I'm definitely implementing the corks in a vase idea ❤️

    • @mimiwallen
      @mimiwallen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s my favorite piece in her place!

  • @Soshesaysjessica
    @Soshesaysjessica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    her whole aesthetic is wonderful and relaxing. Definitely can tell she’s into her family, pink, and a plant mom. 😍❤️

  • @TinkerBelleMichelle
    @TinkerBelleMichelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love her dress, her decor and vibe. Such a whimsical princess!

  • @sprinkledrainbow7251
    @sprinkledrainbow7251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how much she loves and cares about her niece and nephew. Beautiful home ❤

  • @anibani512
    @anibani512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love those drawings in her bedroom! She should definitely create an Esty shop and sell those as prints. Just so gorgeous!!

  • @rowanlafontaine675
    @rowanlafontaine675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I believe that jewelry box is actually suppose to be used for sewing! How cool though that it was only $9.

  • @kristina_lynn
    @kristina_lynn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    she has such a good sense of style! you can see in the colour scheme. im jealous

  • @Breewilly
    @Breewilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    YES! FINALLY SOMEONE WHO SHARES MY COLOR COMBO OF PINK AND BROWN

  • @joelyvallins3240
    @joelyvallins3240 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    im so happy refinery29 is doing apartments/houses in canada!!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +joelyvallins Yay, yay!!

  • @Vxruxxss
    @Vxruxxss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    love the way she designed her space. So inspirational and creative. Love seeing black women thrive in Toronto

  • @shantys768
    @shantys768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how Samantha makes use of the space. Her personal touches are so unique and beautiful. I also call my plant, Planty! So shoutout to Karter!

  • @paolatrabanco5329
    @paolatrabanco5329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So beautiful! Very clever how she crafted a “wall” to separate the bedroom.

  • @millennialdisposition
    @millennialdisposition 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Loving the Canadian content 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 Please keep it coming

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +abdullahansari Will do!

    • @jader4357
      @jader4357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@refinery29 do one in Montreal! :)

  • @Han22221
    @Han22221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She’s cool and I love her vibe, but that space is so small! She can definitely get better for the same price (Toronto DT here too)

  • @marvinbrown1717
    @marvinbrown1717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    She killed it! Her studio looks great; she took a tiny space and made it lux! Love your style and taste!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +marvinbrown 100% agreed!

  • @LuxRLD
    @LuxRLD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Dang beautiful interior design I love it! Toronto is so expensive. Some ppl only get paid $2024 a month lol and that’s what she spends on rent. More power to her for living alone and making it👏🏻👏🏻love her style

    • @cgurl
      @cgurl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Decoration and furnishing*** this is not interior design

  • @Terenia531
    @Terenia531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautiful apartment. I particularly love her colour theme and minimalist style and the sheer delicate separation of her sleep space.

  • @renatamitchell9535
    @renatamitchell9535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    She's a intelligent classy young lady. Her place really is an oasis 💞

  • @islandgirl8914
    @islandgirl8914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Cute space and artwork. I walk in Emancipation Park daily. 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲💯

  • @MsSahai
    @MsSahai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hunni.....u totally made this work. Loooove ur space. Love the emancipation artwork. I always love to visit when I go back home 🇯🇲❤, they're truly works of art. I was like whaaaaa...what does she pay for rent!!!!???? But then this is our city and it's hella ridiculous. Love those sheer curtains.....very calming.

  • @livinglifeindocs
    @livinglifeindocs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the feel of this apartment and how separated the bedroom is! Also that painting her niece made is so cute I would fully buy that as an abstract art piece.

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +alliecleve Yes, she did such a good job creating separate spaces!

  • @clemenced.5393
    @clemenced.5393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love! I get so tired of seeing these “neutral” decor scheme and I love the way she incorporated color into her space! Very good job sis 😍 ❤️ 💕

  • @yasamanshakiba6218
    @yasamanshakiba6218 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awe, I love that you framed your niece's artwork! Totally empowering them!

  • @PeriWinkle33957
    @PeriWinkle33957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    🌸LOVELY! The subtle pop of pink brings interest and aesthetic. The airy separation of space with the white shear drapery treatment is perfect.🎀

  • @motreble
    @motreble 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Perfect setting, Looks calm and peaceful. I have to visit soon. So proud of you my beautiful Niece. Will be taking some of these ideas and transfer it to my place.❤️😘

  • @bloomingdays8309
    @bloomingdays8309 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful apartment! Love how homely and personal the space looks 💗

  • @j.blbntn
    @j.blbntn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I adore how organized the place is. All of the storage is so purposeful. Also, the new Farm Boy is an amazing addition to that area. 👌

  • @missscott7150
    @missscott7150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love that you represent your country in your home 🇯🇲

  • @stefanossmitty3318
    @stefanossmitty3318 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Forget the space, this woman is gorgeous!

  • @investedfemelle7564
    @investedfemelle7564 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am in love with her space ❤️❤️❤️
    And home girl’s bird of paradise is thriving. I saw that before she even mentioned lol

  • @marshaleewilson4542
    @marshaleewilson4542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a beautiful space!!! Great job decorating it 😍😍

  • @Madourieable
    @Madourieable 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love everything about this video, it’s really calming.

  • @cherylsimmons4540
    @cherylsimmons4540 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The curtain separation is magical

  • @abokiyanalove9241
    @abokiyanalove9241 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the sign on counter😂😂😂. The birds of paradise give a tropical vibe.

  • @rmonson5002
    @rmonson5002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it! So inspiring....I especially loved your niece's artwork and that you incorporated that into your home. ❤️

  • @ItsTashia
    @ItsTashia 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful home hun!!! Love the way you have created such great flow on the space.

  • @sholaspostcards
    @sholaspostcards 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I enjoyed looking at her office space with her birds of paradise and her niece's art. Love always fill a space so well. Also, she gave me a whole new way of now looking at the Redemption Song statues. Thanks sweet digs

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +sholacollins Thanks for taking the time to watch!!

  • @amandajohnson4428
    @amandajohnson4428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stunning home. A nice place to unwind 💕

  • @MalloryT97
    @MalloryT97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love how you featured Toronto!! I've been waiting for this

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +malloryt Yay!! More to come!

  • @crestwoodberry9270
    @crestwoodberry9270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your entire space!! Very calm and cozy. 🥰🥰

  • @TeenageMuse
    @TeenageMuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I feel like she may be overpaying for a studio...thought prices for one bedrooms had dropped to $1750-$1800 since last March? But maybe fashion district is still a bit higher?

    • @dazzelpebbels1207
      @dazzelpebbels1207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%%%%%

    • @shan22777
      @shan22777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She isn’t overpaying at all. For $2000 2 hours north you get a geugy basement in someone’s house with ZERO amenities (fire pit area, pool, GYM in condo etc) it’s actually a fair deal i think ,which is sad :(

    • @YourFriendSJ
      @YourFriendSJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      She definitely is :( I just got a 1 bed + study for $1850 downtown.

  • @JuaniqueVerde
    @JuaniqueVerde 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! I really love her apartment! The style, the amenities, the color palette, everything!! It looks really cozy & I didn’t even notice the curtain! I thought it was a part of her headboard 😂 great way to separate space! I’m in my NYC apartment now considering if I should move to The 6! 😅

  • @brendabrenda9052
    @brendabrenda9052 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the color scheme and personal paintings. Samantha's apartment is so calm and welcoming. It's truly home!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +brendabrenda Agreed!!

  • @aprelldiana3990
    @aprelldiana3990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the idea of separating the space with that sheer panel.

  • @claudemariechampagne1349
    @claudemariechampagne1349 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice and I love the fact that you made most of the art work that you have on the walls.

  • @erikaroldan4889
    @erikaroldan4889 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:37 one of my fav local cafes, bean and pearl 👀👀 best bubble tea and lattes!

  • @andreamarkle9420
    @andreamarkle9420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a stunning space!

  • @bernadinetinker3028
    @bernadinetinker3028 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very elegant and comforting.

  • @KurlyKB_2023
    @KurlyKB_2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love this space

  • @ravishinash
    @ravishinash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is so likeable and inspiring!

  • @CBrown-zu6jf
    @CBrown-zu6jf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful space she's created! 👏🏽

  • @annaalpes
    @annaalpes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely idea with the cork bottle openers!

  • @charletfoster8917
    @charletfoster8917 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So calming n lovely 😊👏🏿

  • @kemicecormier5687
    @kemicecormier5687 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The color palette is gorgeous and charming.

  • @Urbansketchtravel
    @Urbansketchtravel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gorgeous apartment! So fresh looking, Samantha has great style!

  • @haintsorakouth1751
    @haintsorakouth1751 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The bathroom looks amazing.

  • @jennfritzke4778
    @jennfritzke4778 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a lovely space!

  • @oliviacrowder4823
    @oliviacrowder4823 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love all the pink!!!

  • @Rooted_Locs
    @Rooted_Locs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Welcome to the big T.O everyone where a hole in the wall can cost 50% of your income. She has great style though, but our city has a serious affordability problem just saying

    • @cgurl
      @cgurl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’d not just in Toronto. It’s in every major city lmao

  • @icecreammaker5007
    @icecreammaker5007 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply beautiful!

  • @avneettakhar9870
    @avneettakhar9870 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes to the Raven Leilani on her desk! Great taste in the home and with books.

  • @jfjfmtl4897
    @jfjfmtl4897 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love her personality !!

  • @diordebz
    @diordebz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    such a cute space!!!

  • @jeansforbeans6836
    @jeansforbeans6836 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    love her energy

  • @StephenCovic
    @StephenCovic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great space!

  • @batool2563
    @batool2563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the dress looks stunning on her!

  • @tinachristine4573
    @tinachristine4573 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a princess. She's amazing.

  • @manjushreevenkatesh4804
    @manjushreevenkatesh4804 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is a vibe herself 💖

  • @minianoiz6492
    @minianoiz6492 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is it!! So so beautiful 💜🖤💖

  • @TheLovelyRosey
    @TheLovelyRosey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the way she decorated for such a small space. It does pain me a bit though to know I live around here and paying way less for a one bedroom. It's not a condo building though so I can see how the amenities add to the price.

  • @safiyacarroll
    @safiyacarroll 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cute concept for a small space

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your home is stunning thanks for sharing 👍🥰

  • @Better_Than_I_Ever_Was
    @Better_Than_I_Ever_Was ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely beautiful 😊💕

  • @lgee9027
    @lgee9027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite city!!!!! Beautiful apt.

  • @missyd1215
    @missyd1215 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its actually quite spacious for a studio apartment and its very nicely decorated.

  • @accidentsafe
    @accidentsafe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this.

  • @kw1535
    @kw1535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    LOVE that jewelry box - I think they’re styled after a sewing box (makes it even cooler for her). I bought one in Poland and brought that clunky thing back it’s one of my favorite things on my dresser (also used for jewelry). I also love that her own art (and that of her niece!) is on the wall and made for certain spaces.

  • @LoveRaeH
    @LoveRaeH 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have beautiful energy, and your space is gorgeous 😍

  • @reneedennis2011
    @reneedennis2011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice apartment! I like the color scheme!

  • @sherrimacdonald2157
    @sherrimacdonald2157 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a great space!

  • @AA-cm3pd
    @AA-cm3pd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love her hair

  • @monie2514
    @monie2514 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is wonderful and this is a great price this size is wonderful it is not small like a lot of studios. I've seen before in the past with other shows. And I'm in Michigan so Toronto is less than a 5 minute to get to.

  • @BritneyWaldron
    @BritneyWaldron 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This price is pre-covid. Now studios are $1,300

  • @TryonThrift
    @TryonThrift 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cute and dainty 💗

  • @PattyandJerry
    @PattyandJerry 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    very cute place!

  • @aconfection
    @aconfection 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    more Toronto home tours please!!!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +aconfection More to come!!