We Tried 3 Portable, Small-Space-Friendly Treadmills to See If They’re Worth It (Hint: They Are!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. When we first transitioned to WFH-life, most of us at Apartment Therapy had to move our daily fitness routines indoors, specifically into our small-space apartments. This meant getting creative with our new living room workouts. From researching the … Read more

The Forecast is Always Cloudy in This 450-Square-Foot NYC Studio

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Tynan Sinks Location: Hell’s Kitchen, New York City Size: 450 square feet Type of Home: Alcove studioYears lived in: 5 months, renting Tynan Sinks is a senior copywriter at a luxury lifestyle brand, does freelance brand copy … Read more

A 525-Square-Foot Studio Has Cozy, Distinct Sections Without Walls

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Haley Rich and one dog, Aggie Location: Downtown San Jose, CaliforniaType of home: ApartmentSize: 525 square feetYears lived in: 7 months, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live … Read more

If You’re Short on Space for Your TV, You Might Want to Try This Hack

Heuck and her fiancé, Joe, live in a 1,000-square-feet apartment in Brooklyn. A recipe developer and blogger who loves to entertain, she wanted to create an open, airy space for cooking, content creation, and hosting with great flow from one room into the next. Instead of the usual couch-and-coffee table situation in the living room, … Read more

A 550-Square-Foot Portland Apartment Has Smart Kitchen Cabinet Storage

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Emma Wells and two rescue dogs, Pippi and Meggie Location: Portland, OregonType of home: ApartmentSize: 550 square feetYears lived in: 1 year, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who … Read more

A 450-Square-Foot Backyard ADU Is Like a Cozy, Wood-Paneled Standalone Studio

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Jonathan Martin and my Great Dane Location: Lubbock, TexasType of home: In-law suite / back houseSize: 450 square feetYears lived in: 3 years, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people … Read more

This Backyard Pod Can Be Assembled in One Day

After many had to set up a home office during the pandemic, the demand for detached backyard office spaces began booming in 2020 and into 2021. And though many companies answered the call, Autonomous, an office space-centric company, created a backyard “Pod” that, for the most part, doesn’t need a permit, and can be assembled … Read more

9 Smart Pieces of Advice from People Who Excel at Living in a Small Home

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. A small space is its own beast in the design world. There are multipurpose uses to consider, efficiency to maximize, storage to produce out of thin air, and that careful line between embracing simplicity and making the home … Read more

Hello Wood’s Newest Cabin Is the Perfect Retreat For Any Minimalist

Hello Wood, a Budapest-based studio that specializes in temporary custom-built installations, is an expert in minimalist living. From forest huts to whimsical treehouses, the homes are all about slow living and reconnecting with nature. With its latest accommodation, the Wauhaus, cabin dwellers can rise above the ground and escape everyday life in a cozy retreat … Read more

Before & After: A Dated RV Becomes a High-End Cabin on Wheels for $8,000

Take this RV reno by Renee and Shaun Tilby (The Flippin’ Tilbys) as the ultimate prototype. While this 2005 Crossroads 5th Wheel had a great layout and high ceilings, it was dated. “We knew it was the perfect canvas for a beautiful and welcoming renovation,” Renee says. “We were just going to have to make … Read more