6 Ways to Fix Layout Issues in Small Apartments

The area of this apartment is only 36 square meters. But it has almost everything needed for living. And what's missing can always be added. We explain how.

White walls

This color perfectly masks awkward angular spaces in the apartment. Moreover, it visually expands rooms and adds light – there is not much of it here due to small windows.

Unified flooring

Also unifies and expands the space. The floor was chosen dark to contrast with pristine white walls and divert attention from poorly arranged layouts.

Bright kitchen

Designers decided that in a small apartment, it's better to define spaces using color. So they chose vibrant kitchen fronts with ocean wave colors. By the way, the cabinetry is standard – IKEA. Agree, it looks much more impactful with bright fronts.

Glass partition

Great solution if you need to isolate the bedroom but don't want to build additional walls. Glass lets in natural light and makes the interior feel more airy. You can add curtains to make the bedroom private.

Contrast details

Contrast elements help divert attention from incorrect layout and add dynamism to a monochrome interior.

Graphics in black and white frames, a pair of opposite-colored chairs and coffee tables added dynamism. Windows and fireplace were decorated similarly, emphasizing black window sills and fireplace shelves.

Storage systems

There's a problem with storage in this apartment: it will be rented out, and tenants will have to solve this issue themselves. A wardrobe in the hallway could have been installed, but it interferes with the vaulted ceiling.

We would have solved this issue like this: instead of a regular bench in the corridor, we would have installed a small shelf and cabinet system. It could also be enhanced with a mirror and seating area. We would have chosen a sofa and bed with internal storage spaces and added shelves in the bedroom.