6 Ideas for Small Apartments Inspired by Stockholm

The area of this apartment in Stockholm is 47 square meters. Designer Anna Furbaken found space for a spacious kitchen-dining-living room and a bedroom with two beds. We explain how to use space wisely while leaving enough air.

Unified Floor Covering

To unite all rooms, light-colored planks were laid on the floor. Visually, they stretch the space and create an impression that all zones flow smoothly into one another.

What are other options? Diagonal laying can also help visually expand a small space.

Smart Zoning

Since the designer had to decorate several functional zones in one room, an improvised entryway was separated using two mini-partitions. They were not extended to the ceiling to allow more light and air.

What are other options? A louvered or glass partition can be installed. Or tile can be laid in the entryway to help define space.

Contrast details also do a great job in zoning. The kitchen zone is highlighted by a black apron and a carpet on the floor in tone. A carpet was also placed in the living room zone.

To ensure all zones in the room do not blend into one bright area, a large wall was decorated with terracotta bricks.

What are other options? The wall can be painted in another color or covered with printed wallpaper. Additionally, lighting at different levels also helps in zoning.

Bedroom Color Palette

The bedroom features a large window through which plenty of light enters. However, the designer wanted to achieve a cozy semi-darkness and painted the walls in a matte black color.

What are other options? It's not necessary to go that far. For example, you can use heavy curtains.

Way to Hide Layout Flaws

In the bedroom, a narrow extension was planned in the layout, so small that even a wardrobe wouldn't fit. Anna decided to hide it behind a curtain.

What are other options? A screen can be placed to close the formed niche.

Functional Wardrobe

A built-in wardrobe was installed at the entrance to the bedroom, and a loft with an additional sleeping place. Of course, good ceiling height played a big role here.

What are other options? If you have many items and don't need extra sleeping space, the loft can be used for storage.

Solution for a Small Bathroom

To make the bathroom not seem too small, white walls were used and a transparent shower was installed that literally dissolves into the space. A wall-mounted sink with a shelf also added lightness to the interior.

What are other options? A storage cabinet can be installed under the sink, and a shelf replaced with a narrow cabinet.