ARCHITECT REDESIGNS - A Tiny One Bedroom Budapest Apartment For a Family of 3 - 52sqm/560sqft

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Cabinets - IKEA METOD
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Living Area Rug - IKEA VINDUM
Desk Chair - IKEA LANGFJALL
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This is not design advice, nor can I give you design advice. Everything in this video is conceptual and is for entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing design advice. Nothing in this video should be construed to form an architect client relationship. You should contact your own architect to obtain advice regarding any particular project. When hacking furniture, you do so at your own risk.

[DanielTitchener]

If you want to see a rough breakdown of costs, make sure you didn't miss it at the end of the video!

We just about made it under 5K! (They have 20% contingency too!) I always say it's relatively easy for a designer to make something look good with an unlimited budget, so with these redesigns the goal is always to keep things affordable. I feel like this provides the most value for you guys - however I'd love to show you how different budgets compare and what they can potentially get you. Let me know below if this is something you'd like to see!

A huge thanks to Lazslo & Ezster for letting me feature their space! Please be respectful to them in the comments. Appreciate you guys!

[sylverxyz]

Brilliant work as always, however I have to say this is one of my favourites you've done. You managed to create a sense of luxury not just function for this small family to be. Very impressive and arguably life changing. We would love to see if people actually put these into use!

[AnaMarcu]

The number of skills this video brings together is insane: conceptual design, 3D design, rendering, cost control, storytelling, filming, editing, music selection...I don't think people truly appreciate everything that comes together in a video like this. Great work, Daniel!!

[juliaverbij]

Obsessed with the result!! Wish we could see someone actually making your designs a reality

[nikiharris]

I know this series probably takes you a gazillion hours to make, but it is seriously one of the best (and most satisfying!) things I watch!

[tokyodrifttt]

Don’t think we didn’t notice the small details and improvements in your video editing and presentation Daniel. Thank you again for doing these videos 😄

[louisraison]

You are really one of the few YouTubers that I watch religiously. This is sensational. Explaining intention, usage, and style very clearly. Keep it up!

[sadie]

That was brilliant. Love what you did in that flex space and the entry way. I wonder if any of the users you've designed for actually completed them. It would be great if we see their eventual finished results.

[Raizo_Ch]

Wow, this video couldn't have come at a better time. Me and my girlfriend are in a similar situation right now, we live in a 48sqm rental apartment with our 1 year old baby (lost our cat though), have lots of hobbies and I work from home a few days a week. We were set to move to a bigger apartment this summer but due to unfortunate events we were unable to do so. So now we really need to make the most out of or current apartment for a while longer. This one really hits home and gave me some inspiration on how we could potentially do some optimizations. Thanks alot for this and keep up the awesome work!

[VinceNet]

This is pretty much my favourite series on youtube now. You put a crazy amount of work in!

[barbarar]

I love that you really listened to what they need and not necessarily what you like or want. Not only does this look good but with all the hidden storage it will be easy to hide things away, especially when they'll be busy parents.

[jy]

the entry hall with mirror cabinet is just brilliant.

[bridgetteresa]

Well done. Such a beautiful and calming space. Love all the storage you've created.

[ivovicente]

You don't do Architect redesigns you do MAGIC. I'm rebuild my future apartment and seeing your videos for inspiration multiple times.

Thanks for sharing

[dubs]

Another aspect that really works out for Lazslo and Ezster's space is it can easily be phased into existence (especially using the provided cost estimate breakdown). Focus on the main living/kitchen area first. Then move on to the entry space. Lastly -- and because it is the most private area -- tackle the main bedroom. It gives them active goals they can plan in advance to take on, all while being able to save up funds for all the changes coming their way in the near future.

In any case, congrats to Ezster and Lazslo with their soon to be family of three, and fantastic work with the design as always, Mr. Titchener. As others stated in the comments section, the planning, process, and presentation of this project is first rate.

[adultswimbump]

Relocating the litter box from the desk area to the entry alone is worth it.

[davenelson]

Are you planning on doing some follow up episodes? Would love to see if anyone follows through on your designs.

[custardtest]

Just WOW! I love it. My small flat is loaded with board games and seeing your careful attention to storage solutions and sleek gaming area is making me think that it is possible to live in a more ordered home.

[Biankadonk]

Man, I wish integrated appliances were more of a thing in Canada because that kitchen is just so dreamy! Yet again, Daniel, you did an awesome job opening up the space AND maxing out functionality. This situation is very much like my boyfriend and I's situation. I've taken so many notes :)

[WellEditedCo]

I get so excited whenever you put out a new video! Your videos inspired my husband and me to downsize considerably so we could live closer to family, and while our new place is still a work in progress, I am constantly encouraged by your ideas. You’re a genius, and this is one of my favorite designs ever.