Getting the Most from Your Studio Apartment Living Experience

Studio apartments traditionally consist of a single multipurpose living area designed to act as both a living and sleeping space. Renting a studio apartment in Playa Vista, CA, is an amazing opportunity to enjoy small-space living with upscale amenities and features that will turn your home into a modern oasis. Not only are studio apartments comfortable and cost-effective, they are also a wonderful opportunity to create a clean, organized, and personalized space that suits your every need.

Use Your Space Intelligently

The key to getting the most from your studio apartment is laying out your space in a way that is intelligent and purposeful. Because your apartment doesn’t feature separate rooms, you can benefit from visually defining several spaces, such as an area for working or hobbies, an area for relaxation or socialization, and an area for rest and sleep. Using rugs or furniture arrangements to create separate areas for daily tasks can help you find space for your everyday needs, while also making the most of the open floor plan featured in a studio apartment. Don’t be afraid to position furnishings in the middle of your space, rather than pushing everything against the walls; as long as you leave an accessible footpath between areas, using your furniture to create borders for each space is a great layout that works well in studio apartment homes.

Opt for Multipurpose Furniture

One of the simplest ways to enjoy a smaller apartment space is to choose furniture that performs multiple functions. A table that can double as both a kitchen table and a workspace for hobbies and other tasks allows your dining area to act as a home office; a futon can double as both a couch and either as your personal bed or a guest bed when you’re hosting friends or family. Other great multipurpose furniture solutions include end tables and ottomans that that incorporate shelving or internal storage, an entertainment center with built-in shelving for DVDs, games, remotes, and speakers, and a bed that includes drawers, cubbies, or shelves for added storage in your sleeping area.

Evaluate Your Necessities and Store Them Wisely

Because studio apartments have limited storage space, it’s important to evaluate your possessions and cut down on extraneous purchases. Choosing multipurpose cleaning solutions and tools will reduce the amount of cleaning supplies you must store; this technique is also a great way to cut down on clutter in your kitchen, ensuring every item you do own serves more than one purpose. If you’re short on storage, consider unique and easy ways to keep your possessions organized; for example, setting your table is both decorative and an efficient way to maximize the storage space in your kitchen by reducing the amount of dishware in your cabinets and drawers. Using hooks and floating shelves helps you get the most from your apartment’s vertical space—store towels, coats, and other items by hanging them up, rather than trying to find space on a table or in a closet. Luggage can also be stored via hanging; alternatively, you can keep your out-of-season-clothing in your luggage and store it in plain sight as a unique statement piece.

Runway Playa Vista features upscale modern studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments for rent in Playa Vista, CA, as well as amazing loft layouts you’ll love. Please visit us online for more information about our apartment community and available floor plans, or contact us to discuss move-in dates or scheduling an in-person tour.