Small Urban Apartment Makeover

With no space for a sofa or desk, Sacramento Street blogger Caitlin relied on the art of space planning and smart design to turn her small, colorless studio apartment into a multiuse home, complete with a dining room, bedroom, living room and workspace.

Classifying Caitlin's apartment as a studio, one-bedroom or junior one-bedroom is difficult to determine due to its uncommon layout. Upon entry, the dining room opens onto the sleeping area, thus making the proper placement of living room furniture challenging.

The dining room's built-ins offered concealed and display storage. A wide-open space in the center of the area provided space for a round dining table with seating for six.

To maximize use of the home's built-ins, Caitlin displays her extensive collection of vintage dishware and serving ware.