Touring a Tiny 300 Sq Ft Micro Apartment in Downtown Toronto

🎥 Step Inside Elise’s 300 Sq Ft Micro Apartment in Downtown Toronto! 🏙️✨

Join us as we explore how Elise makes the most out of her cozy 300 sq. ft. micro apartment in the heart of downtown Toronto. In this small yet beautifully designed space, Elise shares her tips for maximizing every inch, from multifunctional furniture to clever storage solutions.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:37 Entryway
01:05 Living Space
02:14 Balcony
02:39 Kitchen
03:10 Extra Storage
03:29 Bathroom
03:51 Small Space Tips
05:14 Murphy Bed Setup
05:58 Projector
06:09 Night Time
06:57 Outro

In this Architectural Digest-style apartment tour of a vibrant Toronto micro-studio, Elise showcases her colourful 300 sq-ft living space in the heart of downtown Toronto. This 2024 tour captures creative solutions for maximizing small-space living, with clever design choices like clear furniture and mood lighting to make the apartment feel more spacious. The transparent coffee table and nightstand allow light to flow through, keeping it airy. Elise’s bold use of colour adds personality to every nook, from her vibrant couch to the colourful decor that brightens up the walls. She shares a renter-friendly hack for adding character by wallpapering her front door, showing how small changes can make a big impact.

Elise's studio integrates her work-from-home lifestyle, with a standing desk by the window, perfect for remote work. The Murphy bed transforms the living area from a bedroom to an entertainment space in seconds, ideal for a small studio. The multifunctionality extends to her clothing rack, which serves as both a storage solution and a display for her next outfit choices. The living room is cozy, with plenty of natural light streaming through the windows, and her latest addition, a full-length mirror for checking outfits and snapping selfies before heading out to enjoy the city. This cozy tour captures the essence of city living, blending style and function.

The balcony extends her living space outdoors, offering a cozy spot to eat or take work calls while overlooking the vibrant Toronto skyline. Inside, the compact kitchen proves that less is more, with enough room for a full cooking experience despite having only two stovetops and limited counter space. Elise has made the most of the kitchen's small size, and her fridge—decorated with memories—adds a personal touch. Throughout the studio, strategically placed storage solutions, like a shoe cabinet and extra shelving, help keep things organized, making this tiny apartment both practical and stylish.

The studio's colourful character is further enhanced by oversized art pieces, such as a striking New Yorker cover in the bathroom, which defies conventional small-space design by drawing the eye upward. Hanging decor from the ceiling and placing art high up on the walls add a sense of verticality, making the space feel larger. Elise’s emphasis on colour reflects her belief that vibrant hues are key to uplifting one’s mood, transforming even the smallest studio apartment into a functional and joyful home.

Elise also prioritizes sustainability, opting for practical yet stylish pieces such as mood lighting to reduce the need for overhead lights and multi-purpose furniture. Her projector replaces the need for a bulky TV, creating a minimalist setup where nightly movie sessions feel cozy and intentional. Throughout her Toronto apartment tour, Elise shares renter-friendly decorating tips and small-space living hacks, offering inspiration to viewers on how to add personal touches to their spaces, whether they own or rent.

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[SheilaEnglish]

When I see these tiny apartments I think that if you have been out and about all day it must feel like coming home to a little nest but when you work from home I would think it would start to feel restrictive- but she seems very happy in her little space.

[edoardo]

The way she organized the space is genius. Hard to think of another way it could be done better

[paulini]

this is the most realistically beautiful small space Ive ever seen. it almost feels complete

[MsLadyFuchsia]

I live in a 420 sq ft space and know the feeling of having to be deliberate with EVERY. SINGLE. PIECE. OF. FURNITURE. It takes me a month to plan, explore, dwell on, and test furniture ideas out so that everything fits, is aesthetically pleasing, and works with my everyday life while not making things feel cramped.... And she's done an awesome job of fitting things in - right down to the projector and clear side tables. That murphy bed is genius and soo necessary.

[dealman]

No human should live in a space this small. But she made a good use of the space she has.
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[EdelweisSusie]

Bloody fantastic idea to wallpaper the back of the entrance door - why has this not occurred to me? Stunning.

[lissamk]

The feel of that space at night was so cozy and warm--a wonderful spot to relax at the end of a day.

[kiikat]

Also also, it's so cool how the bed fits over the couch! Love the projector, love the mood lighting 😍😍

[futurologist]

It's great to see smaller spaces being featured. Really makes city living seem doable!

[DigiClever_]

I’m obsessed with these apartment tours

[JMandUly]

I wanted to hate this so bad given how cramped the space is but Elise has made wonderful and smart choices for her apartment that I have no choice but to love and admire everything!! I get that there's no going around it looking cluttered 'cause it's a studio, but I love how it looks very lived in and that every nook and cranny has function and purpose. 😍😍

[julrox]

I love all the color, it gives visual interest and personality to a small space. She did a great job designing her home.

[janinafisher]

The actual design of this studio apartment seems very well done, but Elise has taken it to the next level with her design, art, lighting, etc. The wallpapering of the door is genius. It is really cozy and comfy, and I think I could actually live in a space like that - as long as you switched the highrises out for trees instead! Great to see Toronto/Canadian spaces featured!

[Erintii]

As a former resident of Toronto, I am always happy to see apartments from a city. Few years ago I lived in Downtown as well and could be Elise's neighboor. This apartment should be a tutorial for Architects how to arrange small spaces. Murphy bed is absolutely a key to have living space. I cannot think of any upgrades. This is much better arrangement of a space than many of experts. I've recently saw a house tour of a profesionally done apartment and wanted show this as example how to do it right.

[snwflake]

I LOVE this apartment. Every little detail and colour is so thoughtful. It’s so welcoming and creative.

[artemaeus]

I LOVE that wallpaper on the door! I can't imagine getting it to fit around the deadbolt and the door handle, seems like it would be difficult. She's organized it very well, I'm impressed!

[rosalindpride]

Love her decor, her use of color to make her space her own.

[mikaross]

This is the nicest micro apartment I've ever seen!! She did such an amazing job with all the colors and textures. Love the orange couch, and the door wallpaper. Perfect job utilizing all that space, especially with the murphey bed and projector.

[elizalopez]

Elise's place is stunning! Love seeing how people make the most of small spaces.