Here are six tips for furnishing a studio apartment to the max!

1. How to Furnish Your Studio Apartment<br />For many New Yorkers and other urban apartment dwellers, living space is at a premium. So does small space equal a big problem? Not necessarily so. The limited space of a studio apartment should not prevent you from living comfortably and in style. In fact, selecting furniture for studio apartments can be a great time to test your creativity and uncover creative solutions! With a little imagination and ingenuity, anything can be done and you won’t feel like you’ve had to sacrifice space or comfort.<br /> Here are six tips for furnishing a studio apartment to the max!<br />Tip 1:<br />Make a scale drawing of your studio. Use this floor plan to get an idea of how your furniture will lay out in the space.<br />Tip 2:<br />Identify the largest piece of furniture that will be in your studio. By identifying the largest piece of furniture in the room, you then can lay out the rest of your furniture around that piece. In most cases, beds take up the most space. Two clever ways to save space are either by using a Murphy bed or Storage Bed. Murphy Beds are wall mounted units that enable you to store your bed behind a cabinet. They usually use a hydraulic or spring mechanism to make it easy to lift the bed. Although a very practical solution, Murphy Beds have to be custom built and may be expensive. Storage Beds combine two pieces into one. A storage bed serves the purpose of a bed and dresser, thus eliminating the extra space needed for the dresser. <br />Tip 3:<br />There are other multipurpose pieces you can use. Storage chests can also be used for seating. Some coffee tables and end tables incorporate storage solutions in their designs. Wall hung shelving and storage cubes are also very useful. Certain tables can be used for dining or as a writing desk. There are many solutions out there. You just have to find them. You shouldn’t be afraid to get creative with your furniture! You may even find a new use for a favorite piece that no one else has thought of.<br />Tip 4:<br />Don’t choose the easy and cheap way out. Buy better quality products that you can use later in a larger space. Hopefully you won’t be in a studio apartment for the rest of your life. When it’s time to move upward and onward, have furniture that you want to bring with you.<br />Tip 5:<br />If you have the height, go vertical. Use closet systems that are taller to maximize your storage space. Store less frequently used items on top. Height creates the illusion of more space, so taller pieces can make your studio apartment feel much bigger.<br />Tip 6: <br />Use odd details of your studio to your advantage. For example, if you have a large radiator in your space built a radiator cover around it and use the surface for displaying picture or storing books. Don’t be afraid to add some personality to your apartment!<br />About the Author<br />Gothic Cabinet Craft (1-877-446-8442) understands the unique challenges of living in an urban home. Our furniture is designed to maximize the available space, offering you the most storage area possible, regardless of your home’s size. Our real wood furniture can be custom made to fit your lifestyle. Shop Gothic Cabinet Craft online at http://www.brickmarketing.com or visit one of our 30 locations today!<br />