A foyer with a murphy bed is just...strange. I would relocate that. What is the adjacency to the kitchen? Family space? Etc.? We need a floor plan to be able to make useful suggestions. But, you might think about doing a mini library, office there if that would be useful to you.

OK, that is odd. Do you need the extra bed?

We for sure need a floor plan with as much detail as possible.

I think in the first pic you can see the entry way at the right edge of the pic, with a rug in front of the door. Then two bedrooms and bath on the right. I think the small door next to the stairway is storage, then you go upstairs to the living and kitchen? No other rooms so, foyer would be right, right?

Could be set up as a sitting/library like Cook's Kitchen suggested. What interests do you have that you might like some extra space for?

Thank you so so much for your input and questions!! I really appreciate it!

Here is a rough layout. As you can see, the questionable area is RIGHT next to front door, across from 2 beds+ 1 bath... This area is NOT small for an apartment. I think originally, the area is considered too small for a bedroom, and the developer might have just left it as is - an empty space!

I forgot to mention, the ceiling on this floor is high (12-20 ft)? I'd love to turn it into something useful and welcoming, considering it is right at the entrance. I totally agree that a murphy bed in this area is just weird... and yes, i can get rid of it!

My neighbor, having a similar layout, gutted their closet (by entrance), and turned this area into a study/office and sitting area. Honestly, I don't quite like how they designed the space, but it is still much better than the one i have right now...

Again, any idea (or pic if there is any) is greatly appreciated!!!

ps. Living room, kitchen, and a small nook + 1/2 bath is on 2nd floor, of which i'm not going to worry too much.

Maybe this is a dumb question but, do you want it to look good for visitors or do you want to actually use it yourself?

I'd like to be in the middle, to be honest. What would you do to make it look good for visitor? Or, for functionality? Thanks!

So where is the kitchen? The family room? The bathroom? It is a curious layout that has an entry straight into the private family space. It usually enters into the public spaces. Which is why I am asking about the location of those public spaces, and the layout of the entire home. Is there another entry into the unit?

Hi ms. cook's kitchen, family room / kitchen / sun deck and a 1/2 bath are located on 2nd level. There isn't another entry on 2nd level. This is a warehouse conversion and the 2nd level is slopped (not bad at all), and the layout is very open and generous. That's why I mentioned, I will not worry about it (2nd level).

What about making a closet with some of the space, and use the rest for a nice entry bench to sit down and take off boots, etc. A mirror over a console with a bowl for keys and an umbrella stand. If this is your entry into the home, it should function as a bit of a mudroom and a bit of a formal foyer. Put down some cool patterned tile, and glam it up a bit. I'd also want a bit of a clue as to how to proceed to the public areas rather than mistaking a bedroom door for a bathroom. Is there a way to create a powder room there as well? As in do you have access to the plumbing to be able to do that? Or is a bath relatively close by?

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Thank you for the suggestions!! Powder room might be out of reach since it requires quite some reconfiguration. I like the idea to add more closet space and a sitting area. It's an apartment after all and I want to make it look "similar" to other apartments. :) thank you for all your suggestions!

it looks like you like style Midcentury Modern. Not that it has anything to do with my idea, just an observation. I'm thinking a couch where the bed is with artwork over the top of it, then If you like those square lights that you have upstairs, put them on the wall where the desk is. Unless you would have to do electrical work to put them up? If so, and you do want more closet space you could add another closet on that wall too. Matching closets on either side, then center the couch in the middle.

The couch would make it feel more a part of your home and, maybe more welcoming. Rather than just walking through it, they could even sit down if they wanted. Also good for any guests you have in your second bedroom.