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Dec 22, 2018
Betsy Helmuth discusses the trend of micro apartments in New York City, shares her own small space living experiences, and offers practical advice on paint colors, multipurpose furniture, and lighting solutions. She also compares Murphy beds, futons, and sleeper sofas and highlights the benefits of clear furniture.
0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits
1:25 Micro apartments trend in New York City
2:10 Betsy's experience with small space living
3:40 Do's and don'ts for micro apartments
4:41 Recommended paint colors for small spaces
6:08 Multipurpose furniture considerations
8:27 Benefits of clear furniture
10:52 Adding drapes for height emphasis
12:13 Murphy beds vs. futons and sleeper sofas
16:03 Lighting solutions for small spaces
- Light colors, particularly shades of light blue, can make
small spaces feel more open and airy.
- Avoid relying too heavily on multifunctional furniture as it may
not perform any single function well.
- Utilize clear or acrylic furniture to maintain a sense of
openness and reduce visual clutter in small spaces.
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