How To Create Separation In A Studio Apartment

If you’ve opted to live in a studio apartment, then you may be interested in some ideas on how to separate living spaces. Or it might just be helpful in reworking your space!

To create separation in a studio apartment first, you are going to want to define spaces and their functions and then decide how you will organize the space.

To separate different areas in a studio apartment, you can use furniture, accessories or room dividers. Start by identifying each space and its purpose, then plan how to arrange everything accordingly.

Keep reading for some helpful tips and for chic and modern ideas for separating rooms or different living spaces.

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It’s important to get a good idea of your studio apartment layout. You’re going to want to create the sense that there are many different spaces to enjoy in your small apartment. Zoning areas off in your compact living space is key. Lastly you’re going to want to decide what sort of room divider to use, which should be easy enough with all the options available. 

MAP OUT YOUR LIVING SPACE

DEFINE LIVING SPACES

ORGANIZE YOUR STUDIO APARTMENT

GET CREATIVE WITH ROOM DIVIDERS

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What Is A Studio Apartment?

Generally speaking, a studio apartment is a single-room apartment that combines the bedroom, living room and kitchen in one space, with a separate bathroom. Today there are a few different studio apartment layouts, but traditionally it tends to be a single living area with an adjacent bathroom. Studio apartments differ from one-bedroom apartments in that your living room and bedroom are in a shared space.

While these apartments are a more affordable option, it can be challenging to figure out how to make a small space both functional and beautiful. More and more individuals of all ages are opting for these small living spaces for many reasons. Suffice it to say, they are no longer just for college students and no longer just a means of having a place to sleep. But in fact they can be enjoyed fully.

Maximizing Studio Apartments

The trick is to understand the size of your studio apartment and make it count. A studio may only have around 300 square feet and so you need to maximize that space as much as possible. You’ll want to focus on making sure there are different zones in the room to create a sense of separation between the bedroom, living room and kitchen.

Multifunctional Living

Investing in furniture that can serve multiple purposes will help save on space. A coffee table that doubles as a storage unit or a foldable dining table are excellent options. If you live in a micro apartment which is typically even smaller than your standard studio, you may want to consider investing in a murphy bed. This sort of bed is perfect for making the most of limited space in studio apartments.

Ideally you’ll want to look for furniture that can serve more than one purpose and make sure there is enough sleeping space, seating space, and storage space. Room dividers are also a great option when it comes to studio apartments as they can be used to section off different areas while still keeping an open and airy feel.

Small Space Big Living

Here on Jipsē Co we believe in elevating spaces and getting the most that we can out of them no matter how temporary. We believe having a beautiful space to call home is possible for anyone and we’re here to show you how to do just that. The same can be achieved with a studio apartment or small living space so keep reading so we can help you elevate your home.

Map Out Your Living Space

It’s important that before you start looking at the different ways you can divide the rooms or spaces in your apartment, that you look at your studio apartment’s floorplan. You’re going to want to get a real lay of the land so-to-speak. Mapping out the actual space with real dimensions will help you determine the best way to do that. So do a little bit of space planning beforehand before making any changes or additions.

What we want to do is to elevate our living situation and so we want to avoid making your studio look like a bedroom apartment. Any space can be elevated with the right space design and decorating tips. So understanding where you’ll ultimately have your separate bedroom area from the rest of the living area is important to know.

And during this process you’ll also know enough about the floor space to know which furniture pieces will work in a designated space.

Most apartments especially since COVID will have virtual apartment tours available and there’s usually a small ruler in a corner to help you get actual square footage measurements. This is one of the most useful things to note. Mapping out your physical space will tell you exactly what will fit in each designated space. Be sure to check out The Best Studio Apartment Layout

 

Define Living Spaces

You may be thinking how futile it is to create separation in a small living space. Yes, most people living in smaller dwellings or studio apartment do so because of affordability. Therefore, you do have to make some adjustments or even sacrifices for all the space you would otherwise have. 

However, designating certain spaces within your small living situation can really help you create that feeling of space. It can also help you maximize the way you interact in those spaces. Creating that clear distinction amongst rooms can also be an aesthetic appeal depending on how you go about styling your interior design.

Organize Your Studio Apartment

Now that you know what purpose each living space will serve, the next thing to do is to organize your studio apartment. Check out our blog post 10 Ways To Organize A Studio Apartment To Maximize Space for more specific tips.

But it’s important to organize your studio apartment in a way that maximizes space. You can organize your small living space in many ways. From the way you arrange your furniture to utilizing interior design tricks, there are always ways to get the most out of a small space.

You can also use furniture placement to create separation or define living spaces in a studio apartment. Grouping furniture or creating an arrangement that serves a purpose can be helpful in establishing the design of your studio apartment. You want to make sure you keep the living spaces balanced in terms of size, height and shape.

It’s important that when you do define your spaces with in your home, that you take your time and really craft your vision for your space. There are so many great design tools out there to help you and if you want to do some interior planning a bit better then check out Top 5 Free Online Interior Design Tools for some free tools you can use to design and decorate your space.

Get Creative With Room Dividers

Let’s start with one of the most popular ways to create that divide in a room. Room dividers or divider screens which are sometimes installed or free standing–are such a fantastic and versatile way to create a barrier between spaces.

The style options are endless when it comes to room dividers! Whether you’re interested in industrial steel partition, midcentury wood paneling or even foldable and suspended room dividers–the possibilities are endless. Check out these amazing options from Wayfair.

Here are a few ways to divide a space:

Use Higher Quality Drapes

Flowy drapes and curtains are very much trending as a gorgeous way to divide a space. There’s a way to style your space to give some softness to a room as opposed to a barrier. Choosing the right drapes and curtains for your space can make a world of difference. With drapes and curtains you can create any sort of atmosphere that you’d like. Definitely a classic choice.

Using curtains and drapes is a great cheap way to divide up a space. Curtains are relatively inexpensive and come in a variety of styles, materials, and colors. Plus, they can be easily customized to fit any size window or door frame. Drapes also come in a range of price points, so you can find something that fits your budget.

With either curtains or drapes, you can easily separate a room into two distinct spaces without having to spend too much money. In addition, the materials used for curtains and drapes are relatively lightweight, so they don’t take up too much space and can be easily transported if needed.

 

Bookshelves/Display Shelves

One way to quickly divide a space is to use furniture or other objects. This works well for apartments, offices, and living rooms where you can move pieces of furniture around to create different sections within the room. For example, if you have a large living area that serves as both a living room and workspace, try rearranging the furniture to make it into two distinct areas.

I’ve noticed a rise in these very specific minimalist wall mounted bookshelves and display shelves. While I’m not the biggest fan of this style, they do make for a great display shelf. Bookshelves and bookcases make are another great way to create space especially if you want to make yourself a cozy corner. If you’re looking to make a partition wall then you can easily do so with something as traditional as a regular book case.

Use a couch or other large furnishing to create a natural barrier between the two spaces, then add smaller objects like rugs, lamps, and end tables to further differentiate the sections. This is an effective way to quickly divide up a room without any major remodeling or construction work.

Feature Wall

Sometimes a feature wall can be a great way to designate space in an area. It’s a particularly bold feature and emphasizes the space. However, feature or accent walls don’t have to be particularly bold, they can act to highlight a space. Compared to other parts of the living area, it can create the illusion of separate spaces.

And it does so without having to do much else. It can be done in such a way that is incredibly visually appealing. Think about what you may want to work with to create it, wallpaper, paint, wall paneling or all three? Elevate your small living space with this great technique!

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