#micro condo

[hometoursandotherstuff]

1829 Greek Revival building in Providence, Rhode Island is the oldest shopping mall in the US. What's for sale is a 1bd, 1ba, micro-apt. above the shops. (And, they mean micro.) It's $215K + 195mo. HOA.

The apts. are on the mezzanines above the shops.

This is apt. 307 that is for sale, located on the uppermost tier. Note the glass windows and door.

It has a small built-in seat and that's your living room.

I think that maybe at least a small chair or a bistro table set would fit in the space where the TV is, across the way. I've also seen a small table that attaches to the wall and flips up. Why are the coat hooks so high?

Next to the living room is the kitchenette. There's a fridge, small sink, and mini microwave. No oven or cooktop, but why a dishwasher? Gee, I'd rather have a small stove.

Behind the kitchenette wall they've tucked in a bed. In lieu of a closet is an armoire next to the bed.

Across the way is a 3 pc. shower room.

Behind the bathroom and closet is a small free space for a little desk or something.

65 Weybosset St APT 307, Providence, RI 02903 | MLS #1351128 | Zillow

This 262 square feet Condo home has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It is located at 65 Weybosset St APT 307, Providence, RI.

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Mitch works for a non-profit in Washington, DC but wanted to own his home, so he bought a 300 sq. ft. micro-condo. 

When it came to design, it’s a tiny condo, but he didn’t want “tiny” apartment-sized furniture. 

The building and kitchen design are very Scandinavian and modern, so he decided to run with that theme as a base. It’s important to him to mix styles, so he added mid century modern, which he is a big fan of.

The small size helps encourage him not to buy things he doesn’t need, while being able to curate his space with nice things he really likes. He likes to call it “tiny luxury.”

This is by far the neatest thing- I’ve seen Murphy beds and sofas that convert to beds, but never one that does both. The bed folds up and there’s the sofa. But, the half white wall that he has art hanging on closes the mattress in. So clever.

His favorite “room” is the 135 sq. ft. rooftop deck.

https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/300-square-foot-micro-condo-tour-photos-36877693

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[kaitlynkoehn]

Micro Living Spaces

Smaller living spaces have been praised for their conservation of space and affordability. While smaller living spaces such as tiny houses have been trendy for years now, micro-condos and micro-apartments are growing in popularity. Living spaces less than 500 square feet are now being offered in cities like London, Toronto, Sydney, and Manhattan. 

The attractiveness of these tiny spaces comes from individuals’ need to cut down on debt and to simplify their living spaces. These minimized spaces are very utilitarian in that no space goes unused. Tiny living spaces are not functional for living if they are not designed well with thought to every available space. Closets are made highly functional with shelves all the way to the ceiling, and chairs double as shelves or clothes hangers. 

My Micro NY is one specific project that is to open at the end of 2015. This 11-story building will hold units that go from 260 sq. feet for $2,000/month to 360 sq. feet for $3000/month. 

Would you live in a tiny living space?

[thesmarthouse]

These Toronto condos are purposely micro

For quite some time now, Toronto real estate has been a game of getting a little for a lot. Now, a Toronto condo developer is hoping to change that by offering a little for a ‘little’ with intentionally tiny, yet ‘smartly’ planned spaces that, though small, are mighty. Read on to see if you agree.

[thesmarthouse]

Smart House opens door to downtown micro-condos | Toronto Star

Streamlined kitchens, convertible furniture and clever storage help small space living.

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Smart House was featured in volume 17, issue 19 of New Condo Guide Magazine in the article “Small done right & done bright! Smart House, Toronto’s first micro-condo." Don't forget to pick up an issue for the full story.

[thesmarthouse]

We know how important the kitchen is around Thanksgiving. It’s the space where you entertain friends and family, give thanks and of course, feast!

That’s why we designed a clever kitchen for your clever parties. Designed by tastemakers and space-savers, II BY IV, here are just some of our favourite features:

1. Combination island/dining table where you can host friends and cheers the night.

2. Retractable countertop can even be stashed away when you don’t need it.

3. Fully-integrated appliances, including a sweet dishwasher drawer.

4. All-in-one washer and dryer, so your clothes will be dry by the time you’re home from work

5. Combination microwave-convection oven that’s big enough to cook a turkey These are just some of the smart standouts! Find them all on SmartHouseToronto.com.