This is a great way to have a soft room with plenty of storage. Behind the cream-colored curtains could be closet space. The second layer of curtains around the small window creates very interesting depth and dimension.
Living in a small space allows you to have extra personality and color. Getting away with a lot of color in larger spaces is more difficult. Fun d-i-y furniture like this red dresser and the blue mirror make little apartments fun and brighter.
This little seating area works well for spaces without open floor space for a seating arrangement. Although less comfortable than a sofa, a great option.
The glamour of the chandelier and glass-front cabinets is contrasted against the rustic nature of the butcher block island, cabinetry, and checkered tile. This is a fun space - especially for an apartment!
Matching squares covered with patterned paper - whether matching, coordinated, or helter-skelter is a great inexpensive way to add some zip to your space.
Adding storage - especially beautiful storage like this - will increase the chic-ness of any small space and give you a good way to store dining items.
The suspended windows and bookshelf allow some division without cutting off the view to other rooms. White christmas lights are a fun addition for evening ambiance.