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Small Space, Big Drama

Meet four stylish people who prove that small is the new big. Check out big drama in a New York City pad, comfortable modern in San Francisco, a small loft in Boston and a functional, stylish apartment in New York.

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Hide CaptionShow CaptionThis homeowner uses classic design secrets to make his small one-bedroom apartment seem larger.
After two years of living in a studio apartment, Paul Latham upgraded to a one bedroom. To make 650 square feet seem larger, he employs classic design secrets. A seven-foot mirrored section of wall in the living area reflects the light coming in from the windows opposite the wall. To add a sense of surprise to the space, he plays with textures and furniture pieces that read as sculpture.

Expanding the feel of the space and downplaying less desirable features is Paul's design philosophy. The dark window frames are unattractive and detract from the light color palette. So Paul decided to paint the exposed niche a dark brown to hide the window frames and draw attention to the cozy nook and view beyond. Paul also covers the radiators and direct view of the office building along the long wall with sheer curtains. Although they stand out a foot into the space, they still create depth in the room.

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