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32 glass partition wall ideas

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While it’s a solution often used in small businesses, offices and conference rooms, glass dividers are a great option for residential spaces as well, especially for smaller homes that can take the most advantage of the benefits from glass partition walls: their ability to let through daylight and to make an interior visually larger.

By dividing up the different areas with glass wall systems of any kind, you can maximize space without having to sacrifice a well-lit interior. Usually, glass partition walls remain in place entirely or are based upon sliding doors, and swing doors to offer a more flexible setup.

Below you can find a compilation of different glass partition walls to take inspiration from. If you are thinking about installing similar wall systems in your interior, it’s best to get quotes from local firms as these partition walls are always custom made so they fit the space perfectly and they require professional installation.

A contrasting glass and metal swing door system

This glass partition system consists of two foldable panels that look great open or closed and visually separate the bedroom from the living space without having to compromise on the flow of light. The gallery wall on the darker wall above the bed is a real focal point in the bedroom and it’s nice that this can be admired from the rest of the apartment.

A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment

A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment

via Alvhem

A glass partition and a door in white metal

While most of the examples of partition walls you will see in this list have a black metal frame, you can also go for a white frame that looks more minimal and less intrusive in the space. Especially when the walls are painted in a light color, this is a great option to consider.

A white metal glass partition separating the bedroom for the living room

A white metal glass partition separating the bedroom for the living room

Styled by Lingsell, photographed by Laye for Historiska Hem

Large glass partition walls and a single door separate the kitchen from the rest of the interior

While an open-plan kitchen has many advantages, it might also be nice to be able to close off this section of the interior without having to compromise on daylight and the feeling of space. Odors from cooking can be blocked by a glass wall without obstructing the view and the open-plan layout.

Styled by Anna Mårselius, photographed by Erik Lefvander for Residence

Glass partitions inside a black frame highlight the doorway

This minimal glass wall visually separates the living room and kitchen, while also adding a modern and contrasting visual element to the space. The frame continues on the sides and the top of the panels for an integrated effect.

A black metal glass partition in between the kitchen and the living space of a modern interior

A black metal glass partition in between the kitchen and the living space of a modern interior

Styled by Alexandra Ogonowski, photographed by Erik Lefvander for Residence

Glass partitions fitted in an irregular form

The open-concept design of this attic apartment makes it feel bright and spacious, yet it’s always nice to be able to separate the bedroom from the rest of the space. Glass partitions are always custom made, since there are so many options, but even more so because of the sizing and special requirements of the room.

A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment

via Ahre

A glass wall combined with a curtain for visual privacy

While glass walls are great for dividing up small spaces, they work perfectly when combined with a curtain to achieve visual privacy. The glass wall functions as a divider in this studio home and adds a lovely contrast to the space.

A studio home with a half glass partition wall to divide the space, with a curtain behind it to create privacy

A studio home with a half glass partition wall to divide the space, with a curtain behind it to create privacy

via Historiska Hem

Replace an entire surface with a glass wall for an impressive effect

The glass and metal wall in this bedroom is a great design feature and it’s a great example of how a glass wall can look with the curtains closed. The combination of the black metal with the glass and the textile results in an interesting design element in the space.

A bedroom with a black metal glass wall with a curtain behind it and red lantern

A bedroom with a black metal glass wall with a curtain behind it and red lantern

via Historiska Hem

Glass partitions on top of a half-wall

While glass partition walls tend to let in a lot of natural light, it also might be an option to combine the best of both worlds and opt for a half-wall half-glass solution. The bottom half of the wall in this apartment turns the lounge area into a cozy nook, while the glass partition ensures that daylight flows into the bedroom area behind it.

A half glass partition in a small studio home separating the living space and the bedroom from each other

A half glass partition in a small studio home separating the living space and the bedroom from each other

photography by Anders Bergstedt for Entrance Makleri

A glass window combined with a small swing door in a small apartment

This small kitchen and bedroom space has been divided by two partition walls for a modern effect that lets through so much natural light. The interior window above the kitchen counter has been fitted with open shelving in front of it, which can be seen from the bedroom.

A black metal interior window and a swing door separating the kitchen and the bedroom in a small apartment

A black metal interior window and a swing door separating the kitchen and the bedroom in a small apartment

A black metal interior window and a swing door separating the kitchen and the bedroom in a small apartment

via Historiska Hem

A large swing door with big glass partitions for an impressive effect

This big swing door contains a single horizontal beam only, which makes it appear taller, giving the small bedroom a more spacious impression.

A big black metal glass door to enter a small bedroom

via Fantastic Frank

A large glass wall to separate the wardrobe from the bedroom

While glass partition walls can be great solutions for small space living, they can add a modern look and feel to a larger space as well. The horizontal glass panels accentuate the length of the room in an elegant way, while the curtain adds the possibility of privacy.

A black metal glass partition separating the bedroom from the home office and wardrobe

A black metal glass partition separating the bedroom from the home office and wardrobe

A black metal glass partition separating the bedroom from the home office and wardrobe

Photography by Henrik Nero for Stockholm & Co. Property

A glass partition window to bring natural light into the kitchen

While glass partitions usually go from floor to ceiling, it can also be an option to have glass panels in an interior window, just to let in light towards the other room like in this beautiful example.

Without the glass in between both rooms, both the bedroom and the kitchen would look even smaller than they are.

A black glass and metal interior window between the kitchen and the bedroom of a small apartment

A black glass and metal interior window between the kitchen and the bedroom of a small apartment

via Entrance Makleri

A static glass wall with swing doors in an interior with high ceilings

The high ceilings in this one-bedroom apartment are accentuated by the wall with glass partitions and two doors going from the hallway into the bedroom for a modern look and feel. While the bedroom can be accessed through the glass doors, there is the original door on the other side of the space as well.

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and the living space of this one-bedroom apartment

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and the living space of this one-bedroom apartment

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and the living space of this one-bedroom apartment

Styled by Scandinavian Homes for Bosthlm

Two glass partitions combined for an impressive effect

Not one, but two glass partitions separate the bedroom in this apartment from the living kitchen. The floor-to-ceiling glass partition with a door functions as the transparent entry point for the bedroom, while the interior window on the other side allows daylight to flow from the bedroom into the kitchen.

Note that the glass dividers of the partition wall are spaced out further apart than the ones of the window.

A small apartment with a grey kitchen and a black metal glass partition between the bedroom and the rest of the space

via Husman Hagberg

A glass wall with a seamlessly integrated swing door

This one-bedroom-apartment has an L shape, which lends itself perfectly to create a glass partition wall. The door fits seamlessly into the wall, giving it a very integrated look when closed.

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and living room in a colorful apartment

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and living room in a colorful apartment

via Alvhem

Glass partitions and a solid metal component to integrate the bed

To maximize space, the glass partition wall in this beautiful studio apartment is placed very closely behind the bed, while still achieving a beautiful separation between functional areas. The glass dividers are combined with a solid metal component on the bottom which boxes the bed in.

a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space

a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

Half partition walls as a visual indication of different room functionalities

When using fixed glass solutions, usually you create a wall or a separator of some sort, however, in this example, the kitchen is kind of ‘framed’ with walnut partition walls on each side of the beautiful entryway to give a visual indication of two separate functionalities.

An oak wood kitchen with a marble island and a glass and wood partition in between the kitchen and the dining room

An oak wood kitchen with a marble island and a glass and wood partition in between the kitchen and the dining room

photographed by Kristofer Johnsson for Nordiska Kök

Glass partition walls to maintain an open layout in a spacious apartment

You can see all the way from the living room, into the bedroom in this beautiful turn-of-the-century apartment, and placing a solid bedroom wall would obstruct this wide view. The glass dividers in between the dining room and the bedroom in this place don’t obstruct the view, while still creating an additional room.

A large black metal glass partition separating the bedroom and dining room in a spacious apartment

A large black metal glass partition separating the bedroom and dining room in a spacious apartment

via Entrance Makleri

Fixed glass solutions on different angles for an interesting effect

The visual separator between the kitchen and the home office of this apartment has been mounted on two colliding walls, to create a more spacious look and feel. The many glass panels and black glass dividers add a dramatic look to the interior and strengthen the contrast between the light beige kitchen and the darker grey home office.

A black metal glass partition in between the the white kitchen and a grey home office

A black metal glass partition in between the the white kitchen and a grey home office

via Entrance Makleri

A solid wall combined with glass partitions and a swing door

The beautiful kitchen in this apartment wouldn’t get a lot of daylight if it weren’t for the glass separation. Low walls were constructed on both sides of the room with glass on top, leaving out a space for a door in the middle for a contemporary yet classy look that matches the architecture of the building.

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and a kitchen with wood cabinet fronts and grey marble countertops

A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and a kitchen with wood cabinet fronts and grey marble countertops

via Alvhem

Glass panels and a swing door separate the bedroom from the living area

The second horizontal beam from the top also shapes the top of the doorway, which gives a clean effect when the door is open, while the dark curtains behind the glass offer the possibility of separating the bedroom from the rest of the space completely.

A black metal glass partition in a studio apartment with a black kitchen and dark textiles

A black metal glass partition in a studio apartment with a black kitchen and dark textiles

via Stadshem

A glass partition doorway in white

The glass dividers are shaped into vertically long components, accentuating the ceiling height of the interior. The kitchen is placed in a narrow space leading up to the bedroom, which would look very awkward without any type of separation.

A white glass partition wall in between the kitchen and bedroom of a small apartment

A white glass partition wall in between the kitchen and bedroom of a small apartment

via Alvhem

Half wall and half glass panels to divide the space

The glass panel in between the hallway and living space adds a subtle industrial touch to this Scandinavian interior. By placing the wall in this spot, an actual hallway space is created and you don’t enter the apartment in the living room anymore.

A black metal glass partition in between the hallway and the living space of a Scandinavian interior with a blue accent wall

A black metal glass partition in between the hallway and the living space of a Scandinavian interior with a blue accent wall

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

Swing doors in a seamless wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling installation

The look of this one-bedroom apartment is spacious thanks to the glass wall that has been seamlessly integrated between the bedroom and the living kitchen for a modern look with added contrast.

A one-bedroom apartment with a black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and the living space

A one-bedroom apartment with a black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and the living space

via Bosthlm

Glass panels above the kitchen

The glass window panel in this beautiful apartment has been fitted in above the kitchen backsplash, to allow daylight to flow in from the bedroom. The glass window on top of the bed makes for a beautiful visual element in the space as well.

A bedroom with a black metal glass partition, grey custom wardrobe and beige bedding

A kitchen with a black metal glass partition, rey cabinets, limestone countertops

Styling by Sarah Widman, Elin Kickén and Evalotta Sundling, photography by Fredrik J Karlsson for Alvhem

Contrasting black metal partition walls in a small and narrow studio home

This long and narrow studio home makes use of a glass wall in between the bedroom and the small living room so that the view throughout the space doesn’t get obstructed for a more spacious look and feel.

A black metal glass partition separating the bedroom from the rest of the studio home

A living room with a glass partition wall separating the bedroom from the living area and a dark grey accent wall with artworks

via Ahre

A divided living room and home office

This half-glass partition looks so stylish, yet it also makes sure the small home office next to the large living room gets natural light. Note an asymmetric placement of a single horizontal beam that creates two different heights in glass panes for an interesting pattern.

A living room with a glass partition wall letting daylight into the home office

A home office behind a glass partition wall letting in daylight

via Entrance Makleri

Storage combined with glass partition walls in a smart family bedroom and office

The glass panel in this multi-functional family bedroom has been combined with a storage opportunity behind the bed. The glass wall creates a visual separation between the parents’ sleeping area and the one of the kids, without actually separating the two areas.

A smart family bedroom with a home office and a glass partition in the middle separating the kids bunk bed and the parents' bed with the home office

A smart family bedroom with a home office and a glass partition in the middle separating the kids bunk bed and the parents' bed with the home office

A smart family bedroom with a home office and a glass partition in the middle separating the kids bunk bed and the parents' bed with the home office

Photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

Static white wood glass walls for an elegant look

These glass partition walls remain in place for a clean look with a solid wood panel on the bottom. The bedroom has glass paneled doors on the other side as well for a completely transparent look.

A dining room with a white glass partition separating the bedroom

A dining room with a white glass partition separating the bedroom

A dining room with a white glass partition separating the bedroom

Styled by Gärde, photographed by Boukari for Historiska Hem

White glass walls and swing doors combined with sheer curtains

To achieve visual privacy in this beautiful bathroom, sheer curtains were added right behind the glass wall to obstruct the view from the bedroom into the bathroom when necessary. The sleek minimal white frame combined with the glass panels adds an elegant look to this beautiful historic space, yet in a perfectly modest way.

A bedroom in a historic apartment with a glass partition wall between the bedroom and bathroom

A bedroom in a historic apartment with a glass partition wall between the bedroom and bathroom, fitted with sheer curtains

Designed by Rina Lovko, Daryna Shpuryk, photographed by Yevhenii Avramenko

Historic wall systems and a mirror for an impressive effect

The glass walls and panels in the doors seem to be there for a long time, matching the historic style of the building. While the glass panels installed in the doors and underneath the ceiling allow for daylight to flow into the bedroom, the look has been mimicked in the living room with a divided mirror for an impressive and sophisticated look.

A historic glass partition between the bedroom and living room, mimicked by a panelled mirror on the wall

A historic glass partition between the bedroom and living room, mimicked by a panelled mirror on the wall

A historic glass partition between the bedroom and living room, bed with storage underneath

via Entrance Makleri

White glass partition panels in an all-white studio space

The glass partition panels on top of the lower white wall in this space provide some visual privacy in this studio home, all while not obstructing the view too much and without making the space appear smaller.

The white color choice of the glass partition walls fits perfectly with the white hardwood flooring and the subtle shade of light grey on the walls.

White glass partition panels in all-white studio space

White glass partition panels in all-white studio space

via Alvhem

A half-glass partition separating a bedroom from a home office

The beautiful black metal and glass partition in this bedroom visually separates the area by the window where the bed is located, from another section where you can find a home office.

The glass wall ensures light can flow freely throughout the space, while also dividing and separating the different functional areas from each other at the same time.

Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

A sleek oak and glass half-wall stands in between the kitchen and the entryway

This half-partition wall made out of beautiful oak wood and big glass panels gives this dark blue kitchen a subtle restaurant vibe. The installation of the glass panels along with the layout of the kitchen turns an open-plan space into modular sections, without obstructing the view from one functional area to the other.

An oak wood and glass half-wall separates the kitchen from the. entryway in an open-plan apartment

Styled by Thomas Lingsell, and photographed by Dana Ozollapa for Historiska Hem

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19 small studio apartment ideas to be inspired by

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I live in quite a small apartment myself (not a studio apartment, yet I always have to pick and choose very carefully which furniture pieces I select), so I always find it most inspiring to find great studio apartment design ideas that I can apply to my own apartment and save space in the process.

What is a studio apartment?

Studio apartments are small apartments where the living room, kitchen, and bedroom are all combined in one single room.

How to decorate a studio apartment

Making a studio apartment design work is all about making the right design decisions and finding the right solution to be able to combine the main functionalities in an apartment: the bedroom, dining room, living room, and home office depending on whether you need it or not. Kitchen and bathroom functionalities should also be fulfilled, but usually, they are included in the apartment, especially if you are renting.

Studio apartment ideas

A smart studio apartment design makes the layout look spacious even though there is not a lot of floor space to work with and makes smart use of a room divider in any form or shape to visually separate the functional areas from each other.

I’ve listed my favorite studio apartment design ideas and inspirations below and while I was looking for studio apartment inspiration, I tried to include both functional solutions, as well as easy design and color choices that can be applied to rentals and small apartments that you use temporarily.

From a micro-apartment to a smart use of hidden closets, to places with slightly larger square footage, this post is filled with smart tips and tricks to make studio apartments work and ample studio apartment decor inspiration to give you a head start into decorating your studio space.

How to separate functional areas

If you are planning your interior design from scratch, you might want to consider functional separators like a partition or a custom-built module that separates the functional areas, yet makes the space feel like one. A glass door with a black metal frame can be a great focal point in your small apartment and if the space is really tight, it might even include a sliding door.

Studio apartment ideas with great visual separation between areas

a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space

This Scandinavian studio apartment has a partition separating the bedroom space from the sofa area, which fits the bed exactly and is closed on the side by subtle white linen curtains*. This is one of the best studio apartment design ideas to invest in, as it creates a division without forming an obstruction for daylight, which makes your space look bigger.

The living space is decorated in light colors with peach accents in the throw pillows* and by the wall opposed to the bed, there is even space for a small home office area, such a must-have for so many of us these days as well. The elegant color scheme makes the contrasting black glass separator stand out even better and the open-plan space has a very elegant, sophisticated look.

Notice the modular sofa in the living area as well (this is Ikea Soderhamn), which can be enlarged with other modules once you move from a small space to another, larger apartment. The combination of a small coffee table in wood and another one in white metal works nicely in this studio apartment and in general, combining smaller tables looks more spacious rather than opting for a big coffee table.

The Formakami papershade pendant* is the perfect statement lamp for this small space, as it draws attention, but has a light and minimal design at the same time.

  • A small studio apartment with a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space
  • A small studio apartment with a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A studio apartment bedroom behind a glass partition that separates the living area from the sofa area
  • A light grey bedroom wall combined with white linnen bedding
  • A bedroom area in a small studio apartment with a glass separator and white curtains
  • A small studio apartment with a glass separator between the bedroom area and the living space
  • A home office in a small studio apartment
  • A home office in a small studio apartment
  • A living area in a light color palette in a studio apartment
  • A living room with light grey walls, a white sofa, beige curtains and warm details in the soft furnishings
  • A small dining area in a small studio apartment
  • A small dining area in a small studio apartment

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment

The glass double door in this beautiful Scandinavian studio apartment allows the natural light to flow into the small space with an open layout, yet the door can be closed to separate the rooms in a high-quality fashion without having to build a solid wall that makes the space look smaller. You can even place a curtain behind the glass which can be closed for complete privacy when necessary and the glass partition wall will also offer sound insulation in case you need it.

Note that the hallway of this studio apartment has a complete wall of storage space, which is such a crucial element in a studio apartment. Nothing makes a space appear smaller than having clutter around, so you better invest in some good quality closed storage space. If the space available is super small, you might want to use sliding doors for your storage solution as you will have more space to pass by when the closet is open. Clean lines work best for big storage modules, preferably even without handles so it blends into your open-space studio apartment.

Your studio apartment’s layout will highly depend on the floor plan, but with some custom solutions, you can make the layout work to your advantage. When designing small spaces, makes sure to measure everything before buying (also do this when decorating a bigger space) and utilize vertical space and natural light as much as possible.

  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment
  • A glass partition to close off the bedroom from the rest of the studio apartment

via Alvhem

A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment

While we covered the main advantages of glass partitions above, they can also be a great solution when you have beautiful structural elements in your architecture that you don’t want to cover up. The bedroom area in this Scandinavian studio apartment has been separated from the rest of the space, yet the view throughout the living and sitting area have not been obstructed.

This is also a great solution for a guest bed in a shared area, that you want to leave open when you don’t have guests over. The daylight coming into your studio apartment will not get obstructed, yet the guest room can be closed off when needed.

  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment
  • A custom-built room divider in an attic studio apartment

via Ahre

studio apartments with custom space-saving solutions

A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms

In this small apartment, the kitchen block itself functions as a separator between the two rooms, and when you walk behind the kitchen cabinets, you find a small, yet super cozy and light-flooded bedroom with a double bed that fits the space exactly.

The small kitchen even includes a home office integrated into the niche with floating shelves on the wall, combining three functionalities in one small space.

  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms
  • A studio apartment with the kitchen block as a separator between rooms

via Alvhem

A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space

When you live in a small space or studio apartment, like so many of us do, you have to find solutions to make it work and save space. This often includes a smart combination of both open and closed storage space so that every object has its place: either stored away in closet space or on display in a special spot. The owners of this beautiful studio apartment took it to a whole other level and turned their home into a treasure box full of smart space-saving solutions, optimizing the layout with great studio apartment design ideas for you to take inspiration from.

The kitchen, bedroom, and wardrobe are one module. By the window, you can find the kitchen with a built-in breakfast bar. On the opposite side of the window, the combination of both open and closed cabinets forms the base for the loft bed, which has been added on the second level, utilizing the space beneath the bed as extra storage. Underneath the bed, you have a hidden closet, which can be accessed from the other side. The loft bed utilizes the vertical space available in this beautiful studio apartment design and the use of wall space is done in an efficient way.

The storage wall in the hallway provides spots to store shoes, jackets, and bags and is made out of the same material as the elevated bed for a cohesive design language.

  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space
  • A studio apartment with a loft bed that creates extra floor space

via Historiska Hem

Create a loft bed on a second level to save floor space

When you have to plan a tiny apartment layout, yet you can work with high ceilings, it makes a lot of sense to build a loft bed so you can create another level. This tiny studio apartment utilizes the space underneath the loft bed as a small sofa area including a TV and open shelving built into the wall.

The grey walls combined with a color scheme of warm accessories and soft furnishings is a great choice for such a small space and the white flooring makes this tiny home seem bigger.

  • A tiny studio apartment with a loft bed hanging over the sofa area
  • A tiny studio apartment with a loft bed hanging over the sofa area
  • A tiny studio apartment with a loft bed hanging over the sofa area and a small dining table for two people
  • A small dining table and a small kitchen in a tiny studio apartment
  • A tiny studio apartment with a loft bed hanging over the sofa area and a small dining table for two people
  • A small dining table and a small kitchen in a tiny studio apartment

via Innerstadspecialisten

A loft bed with integrated functionality in the steps of the stairs

A bit similar to the previous example, yet in this beautiful studio apartment with nude pink walls throughout, only part of the space has been covered with a loft space and the stairs leading up to it are also an open shelving solution for storage.

When going up the stairs you reach the bedroom area of the studio space and underneath the loft, you can find a small dining area with a built-in bench. By painting the walls and all the custom-fitted solutions in the same nude pink paint color, you get a very cohesive effect. Note that also the wardrobe module beside the sofa area has been painted in this same color.

  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs
  • A small studio apartment painted entirely in a nude pink with a custom built loft bed with storage space underneath the stairs

Styled by Lind, photographed by Ostling for Historiska Hem

A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment

This studio combines the apartment living room and bedroom in one big space, and even though it would be easy to add doors in between the two areas, the open plan makes the apartment look spacious.

By adding a canopy above the bed, the two rooms are visually more separated and the area where the bed is placed becomes its’ own space. While a canopy works best with high ceilings, it can be used as a visual separation in any room and it also does double duty as an atmospheric element in cozy living spaces like this one.

  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment
  • A studio apartment with a canopy to separate the bedroom from the rest of the apartment

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

A simple curtain separates a compact living room

Hanging a sheer white curtain* in between two functional areas is one of the simplest compact studio design ideas to visually separate the apartment layout. The entire space consists of a small living room that is also a bedroom and it’s the textiles that make all the difference. The living room furniture and soft furnishings have been picked out in modest colors, with an area rug adding an extra dimension to the compact studio design.

  • A small studio apartment with a curtain to visually separate the bedroom and the living area from each other
  • A small studio apartment with a curtain to visually separate the bedroom and the living area from each other
  • A small studio apartment with a curtain to visually separate the bedroom and the living area from each other
  • A small studio apartment with a white sofa with lots of textiles
  • A small studio apartment with brown tints in the textiles on the bed

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Surround the bedroom area with a curtain to separate it from the rest of the studio apartment

This is one of those easy studio apartment ideas that doesn’t cost you a lot of money, yet it has a great effect. You can easily separate your bedroom area from the rest of your studio apartment by adding a curtain around the bed.

The curtain will visually create another room and it will also keep the sleeping area dark which is an added benefit.

  • A studio apartment where the bedroom area is separated from the living area with a white curtain that goes all the way around the bed
  • A studio apartment where the bedroom area is separated from the living area with a white curtain that goes all the way around the bed
  • A studio apartment where the bedroom area is separated from the living area with a white curtain that goes all the way around the bed
  • A studio apartment where the bedroom area is separated from the living area with a white curtain that goes all the way around the bed

via Alvhem

Create a loft bedroom area on top of another functional area

Another example with a loft bed, yet the area underneath the bedroom area is not open like in the previous example, it contains the bathroom. The color scheme of the small studio apartment is based around the beige wall color, enhanced with blacks, greys, and warm tones.

The module with the loft bed is painted in the same wall color (try out Farrow & Ball Jitney* or Oxford Stone* if you are looking to try out something similar), which integrates it nicely into the apartment layout.

  • A loft bed built on top of the bathroom in a small studio apartment with beige walls and white floors
  • A loft bed built on top of the bathroom in a small studio apartment with beige walls and white floors
  • A grey sofa with a gallery wall in a studio apartment with beige walls
  • A grey sofa with a gallery wall and a small dining table for two in a studio apartment with beige walls
  • a small dining table for two in a studio apartment with beige walls
  • a small dining table for two in a studio apartment with beige walls

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem

A loft bed with storage underneath the stairs above a compact kitchen

This must be one of the best efficiency apartment decorating ideas I have seen so far. The loft bed is built above the tiny kitchen in such a smart way, allowing for extra storage underneath the stairs. The small kitchen has been made to fit the area underneath the stairs perfectly and the small dining table with bar chairs fits nicely together with the kitchen. On the other side of the studio home, there is still ample space for a small sofa area.

  • A loft bed in a small studio home above the kitchen with storage space inside the staircase
  • A small kitchen in a studio home with mirrors on the wall to reflect the spae
  • Small studio home
  • A loft bed in a small studio home

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A Murphy bed to optimize the studio apartment design and layout

A Murphy bed is a great space-saving solution for combining functionalities in especially small spaces. This allows you to use a regular-sized bed during the night, yet turn the unused floor space when the bed is stored away into a living or dining room area.

A Murphy bed which can be folded in when the bed is not in use to space valuable floor space in a studio apartment
A Murphy bed which can be folded in when the bed is not in use to space valuable floor space in a studio apartment

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Optimizing the apartment layout to fit all functionalities

While most studio apartment decorating ideas in this list focus on smart built-ins or ways to visually separate functional areas from each other, we might have missed one of the best apartment decorating ideas altogether: optimizing your furniture selection and layout towards the functionalities you need and the size of the space.

This beautiful studio apartment inspo combines a bedroom area with a living area and a home office space in such a natural way while still achieving a layout that looks spacious since the furniture has been picked in so carefully.

The small bed fits exactly in the space by the door, while still allowing a small stool to be placed next to it as a bedside table. Instead of a desk, the String system* with an integrated bookshelf was used to provide space for books in the home office area and a small daybed was used instead of a big sofa to still create a cozy seating nook, without taking up too much floor space.

  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office
  • A small studio apartment with an optimal layout combining a sofa area, bedroom area and home office

via Nya Kvadrat

a light color palette enlarges the apartment visually

A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette

A light color palette enlarges a space visually. While white might be the obvious choice here, you can also go for a warmer palette and work with a mixture of beiges, natural materials, and a spot of yellow. I love the way the Ikea Kallax bookcase by the bed has been decorated in a subtle yet elegant way, combining wonderfully with the area of the bed and the sitting area.

Both functional areas feature soft tints of yellow for a vibrant, yet calm look. Even though limited space is available in this studio apartment, the light palette makes it look spacious.

  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette
  • A studio apartment with a light yet warm color palette

via Alvhem

An all-white studio apartment

Sometimes it can be a little bit tricky to make a white space like this one, with white walls, floors, and ceilings look cozy and inviting, but I think this cozy studio apartment makes it work really nicely. The color palette of the main furniture items has been kept very light, which makes the apartment appear larger than it actually is. Some contrasting pieces are added as well to give the look more character. 

The white (It’s an old Ikea model customized with a Bemz slip cover*) sofa combined with the white fluffy area rug, white chairs, and coffee tables set the stage for a bit of color in the linen pillowcases* on the sofa, the art print on the wall, and the small accessories on the table. The darker color of the bench against the wall adds a lot of contrast and the light beige curtains* soften out the light coming from the windows.

Keeping the room white is one of those easy-to-apply studio apartment design ideas that will contribute the most for very little effort. Introduce a cozy seating area into the apartment, combine with a few contrasting elements and you will have a stylish home that looks spacious and inviting. Low furniture like the bench works well with low ceilings, as there will be a lot of white space above it. Hang some wall art above the bench to finish off the look.

  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment
  • An all-white studio apartment

via Alvhem

A studio apartment with light beige walls and blue and pink accent pieces

When it comes to decorating small apartments, it’s important to thoroughly consider the color palette of the space. This studio apartment design consists of a living space combined with a bedroom area all on quite a small surface, yet by selecting a light beige wall color that highlights the crown molding it still looks and feels spacious. The blue and pink elements around the bed and sofa add interest and character to the look.

The black bedside table adds contrast to the sleeping area, yet it also functions as a visual room divider between the bed and the lounge area. The apartment layout even includes a section for the TV and a narrow Ikea Pax wardrobe painted in the same color as the wall in between the bed and fireplace functions as the main storage space inside the living space.

  • A small studio apartment with beige walls, white crown moulding and beige and pink accent pieces
  • A small studio apartment with beige walls, white crown moulding and beige and pink accent pieces
  • A small studio apartment with beige walls, white crown moulding and beige and pink accent pieces
  • A small studio apartment with beige walls, white crown moulding and beige and pink accent pieces

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Mikael Hansson for Bjurfors

a bold or dark color palette adds character and personality to small studio apartments

A studio apartment with dark grey walls

This beautiful studio apartment has darker grey walls, which makes it a little bit more on the dramatic side, yet the tints of peach, beige, and terracotta soften it out in a nice way. The warm beige curtains* warm up the daylight coming from the windows which makes the peach tints pop.

The large antique mirror by the bed reflects the space and the light coming from the window, which is a great trick to make a small space look bigger and one of those studio apartment design ideas that will transform your space and bring it to another level. The peach-colored bedsheets* combined with the burned orange throw* match the color palette in the print above the bed. This color combination adds so much warmth in this corner and ties the bedroom area together.

The round dining table in between the kitchen and the living area works so nicely with the white bentwood chairs, the chequered tablecloth, and the pop of light blue in the art print. The dining area is placed in between two open spaces, which visually separates them from each other and provides extra seating when you have guests over and want to hang out in the living room.

  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls
  • A studio apartment with dark grey walls

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

A studio apartment with deep green walls

This small studio apartment with rounded windows has these mesmerizing deep green walls (similar to Farrow & Ball Beverly*), which makes the otherwise modestly colored furniture and accessories stand out in such a beautiful way.

The light wool area rug, which covers a large portion of the room adds a soft texture to the white-soaped hardwood flooring. The white linen sofa (it’s an old Ikea model with a Bemz custom linen slip cover*) combined with the linen pillows* and the light oak furniture pieces in the sitting area enhance this soft look, while the red autumn arrangement on the coffee table and the graphic art prints on the walls add a subtle contrast to the space. 

Even though this studio apartment has some great architectural features, to begin with, I think the green wall mixed up with the neutral furniture pieces is a design that can work in other small spaces as well to add some extra character and personality.

  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls
  • A studio apartment with deep green walls

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Frederik J Karlsson for Alvhem

A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall

This home has one of the nicest studio apartment design ideas of all: an olive green accent wall (similar to Farrow & Ball Studio green*) to visually separate functional areas from each other. The studio apartment is planned in a very open way, with a doorway between the kitchen and the living space and a niche for the sleeping area.

I love the fact that the bedroom area is visually separated from the living room because of the dark olive green wall color of the niche only, such a lovely interior design detail.

The sofa area has a beautiful mixture of beige textiles and prints as well and I love that there is space for a small dining table in front of the windows. When you peek into the small kitchen from the living room area, you can see a little curtain underneath the sink, which has the same tint as the wall of the sleeping area. It’s touches in the color scheme like these that make the interior design in this studio apartment so special.

  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall

via Stadshem

Bold color choices in a small and efficient studio apartment

This is one of those apartment designs that are truly unique and it really doesn’t matter that it’s a small studio apartment, does it? The kitchen is the central element in the space and it really stands out because of its gold surfaces.

The bedroom has been placed behind a half wall combined with one of those glass dividers for studio apartments that still let daylight into the bedroom area. Since the ceilings of this historic apartment are very high, a loft bed was also built into the space, which can be reached by using the metal ladder in the kitchen.

The entrance has been painted in a bold pink combined with gold details and a big wardrobe provides ample storage space for the small apartment. The wardrobe has mirrored fronts, which reflect both the space and the light for an optically bigger look.

  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen, loft bed
  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen
  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen, loft bed
  • A studio apartment with a glass wall partition
  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen, pink hallway, mirrored wardrobe
  • A studio apartment with a pink hallway, mirrored wardrobe
  • A studio apartment
  • A studio apartment
  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen
  • A studio apartment with a gold kitchen

via Fantastic Frank

Deep faded blue walls make a bold statement on a small surface

When it comes to how to style a studio apartment, you have to think a bit outside of the box. If you want your studio home to look stylish and unique, you have to make some bold choices because you have limited space and opportunity to make the apartment designs stand out.

This turn-of-the-century home has a layout with a small niche space for the bedroom, and the walls of the entire studio have been painted in a beautiful pale blue that makes both the studio apartment furnishing, yet also the historic architectural details stand out in a lovely way.

  • Studio home with pale blue walls, and a bed in a niche space with a beige linen headboard, white fabric pendant, white bedside table
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, round dining table, wood chairs, beige sofa
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, and a bed in a niche space with a beige linen headboard, white fabric pendant, white bedside table, beige sofa, black floor lamp, white dining table, wood dining chairs
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, a beige sofa, bedroom in a niche in the wall
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, round dining table, wood chairs
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, and a bed in a niche space with a beige linen headboard, white fabric pendant, white bedside table
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, round dining table, wood chairs
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, round dining table, wood chairs
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, and a bed in a niche space with a beige linen headboard, white fabric pendant, white bedside table, beige sofa, black floor lamp
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, and a bed in a niche space with a beige linen headboard, white fabric pendant, white bedside table
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, limestone countertop, String shelf, chrome faucet
  • Studio home with pale blue walls, grey shaker kitchen with black hardware, limestone countertop, String shelf, chrome faucet

via Alvhem

Things to consider when designing your studio apartment

visually separate functional areas from each other

How to setup a studio apartment will depend on the space available and the functionalities you need in the space. Whether you use architectural features like a glass separator or a strategically placed kitchen block, a murphy bed or loft bed to save space, it’s smart solutions like these that will make it possible to include all functionalities in one area.

Make sure to think about storage space when you plan the layout of your studio apartment

Whether you built a full wall of closed storage, hide storage modules underneath the bed, or behind a curtain, you will need a way to keep your studio apartment clutter free and organized. A murphy bed is a great solution for the smallest of spaces, but other flexible furniture pieces like folding chairs or a sofa bed can be great companions in a small home as well.

Studio apartment beds are usually as small as possible, to make room for other functionalities in the space.

pick a color palette that fits the space

You can achieve great results in your interior design by picking the right colors for your space. Go for a lighter color palette if you want to make the space appear larger, or go for darker, bolder colors to add character. Use an accent wall or paint certain walls to visually separate areas from each other solely by using the color scheme.

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