This apartment was designed by Stanley Tham of KNQ Associates for a couple staying in a condominium in Leicester Road, Singapore. This apartment is a great example of how you can give a spacious and cosy feeling to a small apartment. The subtle color palette punctuated with brighter spots of tones. - Thanks Jwen for the suggestion.

Circle® Kitchen from Compact Concepts is one of those smart products which are ideal for small spaces. It’s 1.8 square meters object which features all characteristics of usual kitchen. The kitchen is fully circular, rotating a full 180 degrees furniture piece, which incorporate everything from kitchen sink and dishes to microwave and dishwasher. 360 degrees rotating shelves help to access to pots, pans, glassware and so on. Circle kitchen has exactly the same amount of kitchen cupboard as any other middle sized kitchen. It’s “room within room” so if you have small kitchen it could be perfect for you. The retail price for it ranges from $6,500 to up to $15,000 depend on gadgetry. The Circle Kitchen designed by Alfred Averbeck for Compact Concepts.

We realized we haven’t paid any attention to good books lately, which is why we decided to make a post especially for them. In our opinion, every home should be enriched by a bookcase, no matter how minimalist its design would be. Most people prefer reading in bed before sleep or taking a good book outside and find the coziest park bench. But what if you could have the perfect “erudition” place within your reach, conveniently integrated in your own crib? In this post we decided to showcase some of the most beautiful reading corners we encountered while researching for Freshome ideas. We narrowed it down to 35 amazing photos of reading corners that we find extremely inviting. Some of them feature stylish armchairs, others just interesting floor arrangements. We even have examples of reading corners which were improvised on the windowsill. Enjoy the photos!

learn how to make the most of your small-space situation with these creative design ideas.

Curtain Divider

Well-Worked Window Treatments

Clever Kitchen Storage

Bathroon Storage

Multipurpose Space

Keep It Light

Beneath the Stairs

Get Creative

Add a Mirror

Open Floor Plan

Proper Lighting

Extra Storage

RMS user Felt So Cute renovated her small 1920s-style kitchen with clean, white cabinetry and a white, subway-tiled backsplash. The lime green accents add a playful splash of color without making the space feel busy or over-the-top. Take advantage of extra wall space by adding additional cabinetry and drawers. This will keep kitchen essentials organized and stored, while clearing up the countertops.

Downsized Appliances

Light wood cabinetry and a large, open window prevent this small, apartment-style kitchen from feeling cramped. In an extra-tiny kitchen like this, downsizing is the best way to go. A pint-sized stove, range hood, microwave and kitchen table are in proportion to the space and take up less space than their large predecessors.

Clear Countertops

This Manhattan apartment presented a small floor plan with an even smaller kitchen. RMS user ruffingit renovated the entire space and updated the kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and modern cabinetry for a clean look. A long, granite-top island separates the kitchen from the living room and provides extra seating and cooking space. When using an island as a room divider, be sure to keep the top clear and clutter free.

Sleek and Simple

The sleek, clean lines of this kitchen prevent the space from looking or feeling small and cluttered. Designer Ammie Kim kept busy decor to a minimum and allowed the glass-tile backsplash to be the colorful — yet soothing — focal point. When using the deep-toned cabinetry, keep the surrounding walls and countertops neutral for a more balanced look.