I Turned this Cramped Space into a Minimalist Micro Apartment

DESIGN TEAM: Gemma Wheeler; Marta Wlodarczyk

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[juliamacdonald]

Always a better day when I wake up to a Gemma video.

[jmk]

I love how light and airy your design has made this cramped space feel.

I so hope your viewer does this and films it so we can see the final result.

On second viewing, I am curious to know if there is any storage for clothing as you have lost the row of original storage cupboards/wardrobes.

I'm wondering wondering if you could have some accessible from the staircase underneath the reading area or would that interfere with the head height in the bathroom?

You could have an ottoman style bed with lidded storage crates underneath but currently I can't see and hanging space at all within your design unless I've missed it.

[BP-nntq]

I love this, the only change I would make is to replace the bathroom door with one with frosted glass to absorb the light from the window next to the entrance.❤❤❤

[annalisamast]

That was a beautiful remodel. Another idea for storage is utilizing the steps. Putting storage in the steps as well as in the island.

[fierywomanpacnw]

Gemma, you can't begin to imagine what a joy it is to be guided through your beautiful solutions with you! It's always such a treat when you grace us with a new one.

[timeaaraouzou]

You're not lecturing, Gemma. You're inspiring. Your designs are spectacular.

[lomalinke]

Brilliant. She’s unable to disappoint. This as always is stunning.

[rethap]

Great improvement👌Suggestion: add rounded corners to the island & make both short ends drop-leaves to enlarge the work surface as required.

[alexsk]

Fantastic, i love how you turn an old building with a gable roof into a powerful penthouse!

[bwake]

I would like to see follow up videos if somebody ever implements these designs.

[MargaretSchedel]

Love this!! Would have rounded the back end of the island just a touch to echo the lovely curve on the wall.

[fisheater]

Wow another simple layout that looks terrific and so beautiful.

[cindyheazlit]

It’s absolutely gorgeous.

I think that I would swap the stove with the refrigerator though. Or maybe have the wall be dishwasher/stove/sink. That would leave the entire top of the island free. You might be able to make the island slightly smaller so it doesn’t intrude as much into the living area.

[fredericapanon]

I had to replay this delightful design at half speed several times in order to appreciate it better.

[ruthspencer]

This is a lovely solution to a cramped apartment with amazing views.

[sgfahhdhsdhd]

It looks beautiful, however...
., ..If the sun shines into the house, all the warm air will go up to the tiny, encapsulated "bedroom" and stay there.
It doesn't even take very high temperatures, 20 degrees or so will make the bedroom unsleepable...

[patsyshafchuk]

I love it. All by itself, the view is worth having to go downstairs to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. I'd put a handrail and decorative lighting in the stairway.

[urbankayaker]

gemma, once again, your creative reimagining of a challenging space has produced a fantastic design that completely transforms a cramped apartment into a gloriously open and inviting home.

[jasonbangerter]

I just found your channel and have binge watched every video. I am a Graphic Designer that loves home layouts and you are the most talented architect I have ever seen. Keep up your amazing videos I love them! – Jason from Salt Lake City Utah.

[xinrudon]

that video is just stunning!!! your new design will definitely held the units occupants to appreciate the beautiful view even more