Small but cozy 528sqft rental in Berlin flaunts self-taught decorator’s personal touch. Discover this charming 50sqm space!
Small spaces don’t mean small style. Karina Gonner’s cozy Berlin apartment is a masterclass in making the most of limited space. Cleverly using secondhand and custom-made furniture, she creates distinct areas in her 50sqm home. From a smart kitchen to a snug sleeping nook, every inch is packed with personal touches. It’s proof that small can be stunning. 🏡
🏡 Decorating a Personal Space
I think that the most important thing when decorating a personal space is precisely to make it personal. Put things there that bring you Joy, whether it’s a painting, a table, or just a collection of vases.
Key Takeaways:
| Personal Space Decorating |
|---|
| Make the space personal |
| Surround yourself with things that bring joy |
| Art and mementos personalize the space |
I was very lucky because when I moved into the apartment, it was already in very good condition, newly renovated with wooden floors. It only had the kitchen sink and a stove. For me, it’s still important to buy secondhand or unique design objects that always have a high value because of their quality.
🌟 About Karina Goner
I am Karina Goner, an interior decorator. I was born in Ukraine and grew up in southern Italy. A few years ago, I moved to Berlin to unleash my creativity in a cozy rental apartment.
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- Ukrainian heritage
- Southern Italian upbringing
- Move to Berlin to pursue decorating career
🌇 Living in Berlin
Living in a small space has its challenges, but it only takes a portable yet flexible smart touchscreen for home entertainment. The LG StandbyMe with adjustable height and tilt allows me to enjoy content anywhere.
Quotes:
- "LG StandbyMe has made my living room versatile."
- "The sleek design of LG StandbyMe complements small spaces perfectly."
Tables:
| Advantages of LG StandbyMe |
|---|
| Built-in streaming services |
| Adjustable height and tilt |
| Airplay NFC for wireless mirroring |
✨ Using Furniture as Partitions
The apartment’s structure couldn’t change since it’s a rented space. By using furniture as partitions, I created new spaces in the small room, transforming a single-room area into a multi-functional living quarters.
Quotes:
- "Innovative use of furniture creates multiple functional spaces in a single room."
- "Furniture as partitions offers flexibility and creativity in interior design."
🏰 Living in Sherberg
The apartment stands in Sherberg, a town with a rich history and a vibrant atmosphere. The building itself dates back to the 1917, contributing to a sense of timeless allure.
Key Takeaways:
| Sherberg Living |
|---|
| Rich history and vibrant atmosphere |
| 1917-built residential building |
| Cozy atmosphere with a vintage touch |
Everytime I walk into the apartment, I appreciate the vintage writing desk as a beautiful element to store keys and other items. By cleverly arranging various decorative elements, I enhanced the narrow corridor’s aesthetics.
Quotes:
- "The vintage writing desk in the apartment adds a touch of charm and functionality."
- "Cleverly arranged decorative elements transform simple spaces into aesthetic hubs."
Tables:
| Decorating the Corridor |
|---|
| Vintage writing desk |
| Décor to enhance narrow corridor |
| Storage cabinets and mirrors |
🌸 Detailed Kitchen Transformation
The kitchen, a focal point of the apartment, received special attention. By installing a mid-century style kitchen using Ikea cabinets, custom-made doors, and self-installed beige tiles, I created a space focused on comfort and functionality.
Lists:
- Mid-century style kitchen
- Focus on comfort and functionality
- Self-installation of beige tiles and floating shelves
Tables:
| Kitchen Renovation Highlights |
|---|
| Mid-century style kitchen |
| Comfort and functionality focus |
| Self-installed beige tiles |
📚 Multi-Functional Room
The bedroom, dining room, and sofa area are seamlessly integrated into a comforting space. The use of Ikea bookcases not only provides storage but also adds to the visual appeal of the room.
Key Takeaways:
| Multi-functional Space |
|---|
| Comfortable and integrated living area |
| Ikea bookcases for storage and aesthetics |
| Simple and functional furniture selection |
Quotes:
- "The multi-functional room offers comfort and visual appeal."
- "Ikea bookcases provide integrated storage and display space."
Tables:
| Integrated Living Area |
|---|
| Multi-functional composing of bedroom, dining, and sofa areas |
| Ikea bookcases as a functional and aesthetic element |
| Furniture selection enhances practicality |
🛌 Essential Sleeping Nook
The sleeping area’s small size presented its own design challenge. By using clever and functional storage solutions like Ikea closets and chest of drawers, I aimed to utilize every inch of the space efficiently.
Quotes:
- "Clever storage solutions create efficient use of space in the sleeping nook."
- "Ikea closets enhance practical storage in the small space."
Tables:
| Efficient Storage Solutions |
|---|
| Utilization of Ikea closets for storage |
| Efficient unification and division of space |
| High functionality in a small area |
🛀 Simple Bathroom Design
The bathroom stands as a testament to the marriage of modern and antique design elements. The use of light beige color for the walls and ceiling, coupled with an antique dresser, creates a harmonious contrast.
Key Takeaways:
| Harmonious Bathroom Space |
|---|
| Modern and antique design elements |
| Light beige walls create a soothing ambiance |
| Contrasting design highlights blending of old and new |
Quotes:
- "The combination of modern and antique elements creates a harmonious bathroom space."
- "Light beige walls contribute to a soothing and relaxing bathroom ambiance."
Tables:
| Bathroom Design Scheme |
|---|
| Combination of modern and antique elements |
| Light beige color scheme creates harmonious contrast |
| Aesthetic blending of old and new |
