Teeny tiny spaces

Over the years of apartment hunting I have seen a fair share of interesting small spaces, like the one that had the bathroom across the building's public hallway and had a padlock or the one bedroom that fit a full sized bed-as in it was 3 inches bigger then the bed itself, but this tiny space is just lovely don't you think?  While the bedroom area is a bit cramped, the light is amazing and the styling is perfect.  Located in Sweden, this studio loft is brilliantly laid out, as long as you don't cook anything with lingering odors.  Mixing original architectural moldings and modern materials, its the perfect blend.  Keeping the decor so minimal and clean gives the space an even bigger feel too.

photos via stadshem

Sf apartment, color update

I officially got the keys, all 7 of them!  Drove for the first time by myself to the city, figured I better get nice and used to it, to finish up all the loose ends of our new place and I was able to put a few things away.  This weekend is the big move, and I am beyond thrilled there is an elevator!  Do you know who hard it is to move a giant bed and sleeper sofa up a flight of stairs?  Did it once, hopefully never will again.  Anyway, I finally got to have alone time in our new space and discovered my new view from the kitchen, the Sutro Tower!  Now every time I am at the stove, this is what I get to see....

 The living room/dining area leading into the kitchen.  The walls are definitely more yellow then the color swatch online suggests.  Love the color!  Color, coconut milk, Devoe paint.

 The bathroom color contrast against a stark white trim.  What color do you think I should go with to contrast?  Color, shadow play; Devoe paint.

The bedroom color.  With the sun on a warm day it looks almost mauve, but on a grey day, like most out here, its a little darker.  Color, tumbleweed trail from Devoe paint.

 And I was even greeted with a brand new compost bin for the kitchen (the complex takes out the compost twice a week!) and two mugs with treats.  Its nice to have nice landlords.

Anyone want to move?

I've mentioned Alvhem Makleri & Interior before, and boy am I happy I bookmarked this site for future amazement.  Alvhem, a Swedish brokerage firm, has fantastic properties listed that I would just dream of sitting, let alone living.  Oh if ever I found myself in Sweden, and had oh, 2 million to spend.   This 5 bedroom apartment has amazing light, high ceilings and the attention to detail is astounding.    

Oh these fire places!  The intricate detail on this mantle is stunning!  And the trim below, so many small details to catch.  

Perhaps the only odd thing about this space is the washer location.  Between the tub and toilet?  I suppose if you're short on space, but still a little peculiar. 

photos via alvhem