Y'all made this apartment look 3X bigger than it was, and it's so functional! Those doors and nightstands in the bedroom are quite amazing, but the whole space seems airy and light and it has no right, with such an odd layout of the walls and doors, to look so well-designed. One of the best Studio Fixes you've ever done. The couple looked thrilled, and I can see why.
so incredible, that was honestly highlight of the entire makeover. also good space planning. the only thing i'd change is the freestanding wardrobe for another dresser.
As someone with a very small apartment, I found that a great way to create a dining nook is using 2 IKEA kallax bookcases as an L shaped bench. Not only i can fit up to 8 people in a place that otherwise would only fit 6 people max, but it also serves as storage space! It was literally a life saver, since I love having friends over and own too many items I didn't have any more space to store in.
I'd at least add a sturdy slab of wood above for the seating. Kallax is mostly air and cardboard - wrapped with 3mm hardboard (the thicker walls). So I wouldn't want to sit on those longterm. The good thing is the variable heights - each section adds ~33 cm. So you can really fit it into your space. But not sure about open shelving on the floor - will be a magnet for dust, crumbs,...
just want to say after watching so many videos how lucky you are to have Graham, he is so talented, cute and humble. I hope he stays with your wonderful show
The only thing I don't like are the plastic crates on top of the kitchen units. Some nice bowls and pots or more baskets would look so much better. Other than that, it's a great job in such a tiny space.
@@patrick201114 It's so rare to find anything to criticise in Alexandra's makeovers but they just seemed like an afterthought. They draw the eye, would gather dust, and if you put stuff in them it would be completely visible. They are the sort of plastic storage crates you would have in a shed or garage. Some vintage pottery and baskets would work so much better, plus their contents would be hidden. Apart from that though, as always AG and her team have done an AMAZING job.
yep!!! they are an eyesore and a cleaning nightmare .. also i thought the chairs were too big .. smaller ones that could slide under would be far more efficient and more eclectic... I am surprised they didn't use more colour as well....
Great job for such a small space. The only thing I would change is I would do some cool wooden folding chairs for the kitchen so they could put away when they don't need them
That is what I was thinking! There looks to be a gap in between the cabinet holding the microwave and the fridge so I bet one folding chair could easily slide in and they could keep one chair out all the time to balance out the bench
Yesss it killed me that they didn’t fit underneath the table… even a slightly smaller choice of chairs would’ve worked a bit better and imo they could’ve matched the bench a bit better as well but they did amazing either ways!
As a Californian, every time you do over bed storage or decor I LITERALLY PANIC. I would and could never. Idc where I'm living NO. 😂 I challenge you to expand storage in a non above bed way in one of these spaces. I wanna see what you come up with 👁️👄👁️
I never lived in an earthquake zone but I could NEVER tolerate any cabinetry or shelving above the headboard of my bed. I would live in fear of it and its contents tumbling upon my head as I slept.
I've experienced several earthquakes in the middle of the night so I really will never do above-bed shelving. They're so nice and cute but risky for our area
Yeah that is why there are so many designers out there. Just don’t have $$ for them, so one bite at a time on that elephant. Chose paint then finally Bought paint but had 🤦🏻♀️moment where forgot brushes. Wonder how long before brushes
I love the giggles, showing the fatigue, and the teamwork that pulls it all together!!! This a gorgeous makeover…the usability is amazing, and the design is FUN!!! Love your style!!
As always, the way the reveal is filmed is better that ANY makeover channel. It’s filmed better that AD when they film interiors. Really, truly, props to whomever is behind the camera.
That's Carla. She is great but the drone-style sweeps into details on accessories are less important to me than the wide before & after shots which are much more effective, IMO
Love 95% of this, but I don't think the storage above the cabinets will work. I tried doing that in my place based on a video of yours, and everything up there gets covered in a gross film of grease being so close to the stove which has no hood. Closed storage might be a better bet!
Please, let's take a moment to appreciate that this young crowd around Alex'a all work up front with her, thanks to her. When u guys laugh, giggle it reminds us of our youth. It 's great to see the quintessential crew on screen, which other youtubers usualky don't do. Teamwork. Blessings to Y'all.
OMG what a makeover! You actually brought tears to my eyes, so inspired, so inspiring, such a revelation! To use and work with a space, with your creative team, to care, to create and to bring to life. I'm very impressed. As your client said, even if I had the same budget, I couldn't do this. You have a wonderful talent, Alexandra, and have surrounded yourself with a very impressive and creative team. Thank you so much.
Really stunning and unexpected...I thought "Wow what a lot if stuff in that space" and "not a fan of so many dufferent wood colors" BUT you proved me wrong! It all looks so good and the place looks so much bigger! And when they saw the reveal I teared up. They love it!
Every time I see your makeovers, I am blown away by how much you have changes a space & made it a place the residents can feel proud of. You & your team are fantastic. I am really blown away by this makeover.
So many great ideas! It looks adorable. Your makeovers are always so charming. My only personal critique is it seems like the storage unit above the edge should be lower on the wall and the two kitchen chairs would fit under the table if they were narrower. They seem too big for the room and the table.
Every time I think your team has done the most beautiful space EVER, I wait for the next episode and say I was wrong, because you do it again, EVERY TIME!!!!
I love the makeovers! But I swear, every time they say "oh, the client has a lot of books" they are like "ok, here's something for 10 books, that's enough right? ". XD
@@annetidwell4807I once was talking about how much I love books , with a new friend .. he then mentioned that he reads a lot too and has lots of books . When I asked how many. He said probably 5 or 6....😢😢. So I get what you mean...Coz for me that's a number for one book haul😅😅😅
I remember one time AG did an office space for a professor and that was probably the only time I saw a space and thought "oh, okay, I guess that is plenty of books"
Graham needs to sell his hanging side tables. Also, his closet doors would really sell. This was a delightful video. I think this video alone would get you over a million subscribers. Maybe you could do a UA-cam shortie, speeded up. This video has it all. Great job everyone. Sending happy thoughts to all.
Those pop light sconces are an about time product. About time that we can have sconces without hiring an electrician. This makeover is adorable. I'm surprised a couple can live happily in 250 square feet, but you've made it feel spacious with colors, style and storage.
This is such an amazing space! I’m blown away by the doors and night stands graham built. The one thing I would change is the milk crates on top of the cabinets. You used them in another makeover and I loved them, but something about this space makes them not as cohesive. Hopefully they have enough storage from all the other spots you added. Love love love!!
Wow u guys gave them everything they asked for bedroom, seating, storage, light and managed to fit all of it in 250sq ft 👏 it looks so much bigger and more functional now
adding a Murphy bed to that bedroom and closing up the clothing storage would have functionally added an entire room to this couple's house, giving them a hangout space for friendsand even the ability to use the room as a study or hobby space in the daytime. They wanted to be able to spend time with friends in this apt... beyond having tea, 4 people wouldn't fit comfortably.
This wallcovering rep’s heart exploded when you mentioned using silicone to make the WC more water resistant! Bravo!!! …and Grants creations are stunning as usual. Those nightstands!
As usual it looks very nice, but there's always a few little things I want to change. You just need to get better at listening to the clients, for one. They said they want to be able to entertain in their bedroom, sometimes. So you should have given them a couch bed or a Murphy bed. They said they didn't like green and they liked bright colors. So I would have kept the kitchen cabinet doors white, an added a more colorful print for the backsplash. Maybe something like tropical or mexican, with white and reds in it. Also that round table should be a pedestal table. Cuz their legs are going to get caught on it. I would maybe have low back chairs there. I think both blinds should be one color. I like the rest.
Yeeees! It's such a pet peeve at this point that Alexandra doesn't pay enough attention to what the clients wish for and simply goes with stuff she likes... Like also the hutch in the kitchen: they wanted to hide things, not put them on display behind glass doors... Pretty and comfortable folding chairs would've been good, since the new chairs are way too bulky and with that little space having the option of putting them away would've been good.
Right? And I think if she actually listened to her clients, that would help stop her designs from looking all the same. For example, her kitchen she did here with the green and the pink, has been done pretty much on every makeover she's done. If she actually listened to the client and made it colorful, maybe she would put in reds and oranges or some other colors for once. I think like last time, the clients kept showing her pictures of darker beige walls in the inspo. And instead of just making the walls beige and using that as a challenge to design around, she just made it pretty much white, which is what she usually does. I'm just saying if she picks up a unique element from each client that they ask for, like a different color wall, that would give her a new challenge to design around, and would help make her designs more unique.
I always get excited for these because I want to see a tiny bathroom makeover, but then they're never included!!! Please do a makeover for a tiny studio apartment bathroom, too!! My house has very small full bathrooms and I'd love some inspo!!
Haha, I'm with you - I don't watch them on Saturdays usually, I like to savor them, so I wait a few days. Watched this one this morning, and I'm now watching it a second time. So many clever details in this makeover - all the little things - so many great ideas!
This transformation turned out absolutely stunning. It's so gorgeous. And the closet doors Graham made? Stop it right now, they're incredible. The added storage *is* amazing and deserves 4000 mentions. The one thing I wish could be changed was the countertop around the kitchen sink, as it appeared to be rotting away. I know you can't change everything in a space, especially with it being a rental, so I'm not upset you guys didn't address it. What I am wondering is why a landlord wouldn't have fixed that before someone moved in, because that level of rot has taken yeaaaars.
Ok, Alexandra and team you changed not only this apartment but their lives. Having a beautiful functional place to live, a place where you feel supported and comfortable, is paramount for productivity and mental health. I was skeptical about this space. It seemed too daunting to pull off what was needed let alone make it beautiful. Well, you did it! 10/10.❤
Love the decor! Why not use thinner vertical space by the back kitchen door and fridge? And floor to ceiling wardrobe in the bedroom? Vertical space is often underutilized… vertical storage!!! Vertical storage!!! Vertical storage!!! No mini shelves, top to bottom full wall closed storage!!! Love the front door storage tree! So many good ideas - and yet - use the whole wall floor to ceiling for closed storage! Around beds, in kitchens, around your tv etc. in all these studio apartments…
Yes and a curtain in the window of the door. Then a short bin could be put below the window with the tall thin chimney cupboard at an angle by the frig so it's accessible.
One of the biggest transformation yet! But that closet door..Graham never ceases to amaze me with what he can come up with & do with wood!!🤯 Honestly such a cool space! Great job team AG😊
So good!! Love the side tables!! What a transformation!! **is anyone thinking that the dining chairs are just too big? And I would have put shelves above the kitchen hutch.
As soon as she showed them, I was googling for other options. There is a 5 in 1 nesting cube chair that I would have used. It gives 5 seats when needed, but doesn't leave the space so visually cluttered.
As someone who lives in a small space, watching this series is just so satisfying. Great designs & maximizing spaces with Team AG's special touch, chef's kiss ❤
I too live tiny, about 350 sq ft. So I definitely paid attention for my place, noted ur sources. Lol. Biggest takeaways, kitchen shelves & wall storage above bed. Quality job team AG !! Love u all.
Graham is a genius carpenter, his creations are always amazing and beautiful. I love how you transform the tiniest space into something beautiful and functional for the people who live in them, truly inspiring
I absolutely love the attention y’all give to the small finishing details, like the silicone on the edges of the wallpaper backsplash. The quality of workmanship on your designs is incredible!
I love how cute and functional the shelves in the kitchen are, especially with the sliding without tilting! However, the chairs look way too big and bulky, pretty and comfortable folding chairs would've been a better option to give them the opportunity to free up space if needed and maybe seat one more person. Especially since it doesn't look like 4 people could sit AND eat there comfortably. The hutch could've used non-seethrough doors in my opinion. Especially since Elif and Asif mentioned that they would like to hide things better in that corner. Maybe making the doors pop with a nice but not too in you face pattern repeating the green of the cabinets (painted or peel and stick) or the lattice from the closet doors. The mirror looks really nice there! The bedroom is too mix-and-not-matchy in my opinion; it makes it less cohesive and cozy than it could've been. The furniture types and wood tones just don't really go too well together, I think. Also, yes, some storage has been added, but I think giving really up high wall to wall and maybe even on more than one wall book shelves would've been more practical and looked nice (maybe add a little indirect light moment or some cute string lights). Also, the "closed storage" isn't often really closed. Most of those baskets would've been better with lids (less dusty, hiding clutter better and less fading of clothing etc from light) and bigger. Especially in the kitchen and the "wardrobe". For the bedroom I feel a ceiling light is missing. Something not too dominant but to give them more light when needed (like outfit check when it's dark outside). All in all it looks so much better and Elif and Asif look really happy and them loving it is the most important thing.
I’m blown away by what you’re able to do in these small spaces!!! I can’t believe how much stuff you bring in and the spaces look bigger! Kudos to team AG!
I feel like it would be such a cute idea for the outlet covers to come with matching coloured screws or even a little nail polish bottle of the same colour to paint over your own screws
Because the gorgeous closet door opens in, it cuts down actual storage space. And you may be able to seat 4 people in the kitchen, but there’s not enough tabletop area to allow all 4 to eat together. The long bench combined with a small round table just don’t make sense. For me, too many stray woods. And Elif had said that Asif is OK with frames as long as they match, but they don’t. So many good elements, but an unusually large number of misses this time around.
I was thinking maybe a rectangular table. The cabinets look so elegant, but the wall paper messed up the look, along with those orange light switch plates and ceiling lamp. The good thing is, those items are easy to change. The other wood in the area looks cheap after looking at the tri-fold door. But the bottom line is the place look much better than it did before.
I don't understand the round table with that big bench that essentially is wasted space since only one person can use the table. Wouldn't a folding rectangle make more sense? Then they could fold into a smaller piece when not in use.
You said you were consciously mixing and matching wood tones but i think it looks chaotic in a small space. Adding caning and marble and faux tile backsplash again, just seems to make it jumbled up. My opinion only, likely unpopular, but i think small spaces need more cohesion.
yeah honestly there were some good points here and there and its obviously nicer than before but i dont think this build was cohesive and really worked super well at the end of the day.
I think this is the most outstanding makeover on this channel. I am amazed! Such tiny space hosting so many functions! And yes! The door and the nightstands are SO CREATIVE AND BEAUTIFUL!
This is absolutely lovely! Everything you did was beautiful and so functional. Literally the only change I’d make is, that Roman shade in the kitchen should be green like the one in the bedroom. I’m very partial to that shade of green specifically. You do beautiful work!
There’s so much to look at in this makeover! You guys are amazing as always! And Graham should seriously consider opening his own line of woodwork products. I’d buy them in a heartbeat! ❤
I love that the door is now the same color as the wall because it looks more like a window and less like oh my there’s another door in our kitchen, but your eye goes to the pendant light
I love all your makeovers! One comment regarding the plastic storage bins over the kitchen cabinets... I think this would be a great opportunity to add wicker baskets or wire bins instead of plastic.
Gorgeous....You and your team perform magic together. Grahams talent at woodwork and cabinet making is soooo perfect and inspirational. I just love the cupboard doors and would think he would make beautiful screens too. Thanks for a fun video always uplifting to watch😂🎉
I live in a small space and that is what we did. We got vintage wood folding chairs for our extra two kitchen seats, and two regular wood chairs for us to use day to day. Works great.
Not a designer by any stretch but why not go with a Murphy bed that also turns into a couch when lifted into the closed position ? Dual purpose and efficient .
Still, not millions of subscribers???????? I've been following Alexandra from the very beginning!!!! She should have had MILLIONS of subscribers!!! Her professional development is outstanding!!! But above all, Alexandra is a really good person!!! Thank you for all these beautiful, and positive years full of creativity, love for your job and peers and respect towards every single person you meet! God bless you!❤
What a cute makeover ! A challenge for such a tight space. Article furniture is beautiful and substantial. I just wondered why the fold of the (gorgeous) closet doors went into the closet, which seems to have taken up storage room.
My favorite Saturdays are AG Saturdays
Yesssss! ❤😻
And ... DIY Danie!!
No cap 😂 is that what they say?!
Same, honestly
Me too!!!!
Petition for those side tables to be sold on Pom’d marketplace. So adorable!!!
Absolutely!
Agreed! So elegant and functional!
Yes! Yes! YES!
YES! CUTE! CUTE! CUTE!
I need one!
Y'all made this apartment look 3X bigger than it was, and it's so functional! Those doors and nightstands in the bedroom are quite amazing, but the whole space seems airy and light and it has no right, with such an odd layout of the walls and doors, to look so well-designed. One of the best Studio Fixes you've ever done. The couple looked thrilled, and I can see why.
I seriously agree! This is the best studio fix I've ever seen!
100% agree. I've always been jealous but for this one I was overwhelmingly jealous lol ❤❤
She took away the space in the liv rm for guests. I'd have gone for a sofa bed instead.
Sooooo good!
The closet doors Graham made are outstanding. His creativity and skill amaze me every time
yup!
The doors are stunning ❤❤❤
They are gorgeous ,is there room for the clothes though shouldn't, they fold outwards.??
so incredible, that was honestly highlight of the entire makeover. also good space planning. the only thing i'd change is the freestanding wardrobe for another dresser.
I too am amazed at Graham's creativity and skill! You are so lucky to have him, so give that guy more snacks!
As someone with a very small apartment, I found that a great way to create a dining nook is using 2 IKEA kallax bookcases as an L shaped bench. Not only i can fit up to 8 people in a place that otherwise would only fit 6 people max, but it also serves as storage space! It was literally a life saver, since I love having friends over and own too many items I didn't have any more space to store in.
Great idea :)
Omg this solves a huge issue I was having in my own studio!!!!! Bless you friend!!!!!!!!!
Do you do 4 cubes ones?
I'd at least add a sturdy slab of wood above for the seating.
Kallax is mostly air and cardboard - wrapped with 3mm hardboard (the thicker walls). So I wouldn't want to sit on those longterm.
The good thing is the variable heights - each section adds ~33 cm. So you can really fit it into your space.
But not sure about open shelving on the floor - will be a magnet for dust, crumbs,...
Love it. I would keep the back door unencumbered. You make such a great team. 👏🏻
just want to say after watching so many videos how lucky you are to have Graham, he is so talented, cute and humble. I hope he stays with your wonderful show
Heavy on the cute😂❤
The only thing I don't like are the plastic crates on top of the kitchen units. Some nice bowls and pots or more baskets would look so much better. Other than that, it's a great job in such a tiny space.
Totally agree with you. They look like office trays, & kind of cheap
Agree. Pretty usable pottery and maybe a basket would have been pretty and efficient.
@@patrick201114 It's so rare to find anything to criticise in Alexandra's makeovers but they just seemed like an afterthought. They draw the eye, would gather dust, and if you put stuff in them it would be completely visible. They are the sort of plastic storage crates you would have in a shed or garage. Some vintage pottery and baskets would work so much better, plus their contents would be hidden. Apart from that though, as always AG and her team have done an AMAZING job.
It was lovely, then came along the plastic crates
yep!!! they are an eyesore and a cleaning nightmare .. also i thought the chairs were too big .. smaller ones that could slide under would be far more efficient and more eclectic... I am surprised they didn't use more colour as well....
Great job for such a small space. The only thing I would change is I would do some cool wooden folding chairs for the kitchen so they could put away when they don't need them
That's a great idea! While I live the nook, the chairs just seem to add too much bulk in that area.
That is what I was thinking! There looks to be a gap in between the cabinet holding the microwave and the fridge so I bet one folding chair could easily slide in and they could keep one chair out all the time to balance out the bench
Yesss it killed me that they didn’t fit underneath the table… even a slightly smaller choice of chairs would’ve worked a bit better and imo they could’ve matched the bench a bit better as well but they did amazing either ways!
Yes! It doesn't really look like 4 people would be able to sit there comfortably AND eat.
Yes I thought that too! Folding chairs or more slimline ones that push in
As a Californian, every time you do over bed storage or decor I LITERALLY PANIC. I would and could never. Idc where I'm living NO. 😂
I challenge you to expand storage in a non above bed way in one of these spaces. I wanna see what you come up with 👁️👄👁️
I never lived in an earthquake zone but I could NEVER tolerate any cabinetry or shelving above the headboard of my bed. I would live in fear of it and its contents tumbling upon my head as I slept.
That didn't occur to me, but I panicked at it thinking of trying to access it. Seems like a really bad place for storage - there were more walls.
that’s exactly what i thought. Why over the bed shelving???? It doesn’t feel safe even in a not earthquake zone.
I've experienced several earthquakes in the middle of the night so I really will never do above-bed shelving. They're so nice and cute but risky for our area
Not me just refreshing the page, waiting to watch yet another video that will inspire me and result in 0 changes in my own decor. xoxo
lol same 😂
Hahaha same
So it means we are all the same? I feel better now 😂
Yeah that is why there are so many designers out there. Just don’t have $$ for them, so one bite at a time on that elephant. Chose paint then finally Bought paint but had 🤦🏻♀️moment where forgot brushes. Wonder how long before brushes
😂😂😂😂
I love the giggles, showing the fatigue, and the teamwork that pulls it all together!!! This a gorgeous makeover…the usability is amazing, and the design is FUN!!! Love your style!!
As always, the way the reveal is filmed is better that ANY makeover channel. It’s filmed better that AD when they film interiors. Really, truly, props to whomever is behind the camera.
Carla! 👍👍
I just wish they would include more the reaction in the reveal. Its so cute hearing them excited about the space and hearing what they notice.
Carla is a magician!
@@IncredulousMeredith100% agree!
That's Carla. She is great but the drone-style sweeps into details on accessories are less important to me than the wide before & after shots which are much more effective, IMO
Love 95% of this, but I don't think the storage above the cabinets will work. I tried doing that in my place based on a video of yours, and everything up there gets covered in a gross film of grease being so close to the stove which has no hood. Closed storage might be a better bet!
That closet door is insane!! I could stare at that all day. Graham is an absolute genius.
Agreed, favorite part of the remodel for sure!
Please, let's take a moment to appreciate that this young crowd around Alex'a all work up front with her, thanks to her. When u guys laugh, giggle it reminds us of our youth. It 's great to see the quintessential crew on screen, which other youtubers usualky don't do. Teamwork. Blessings to Y'all.
Omg this is such a great change in probably the smallest space I’ve ever seen!
25x10 😱
OMG what a makeover! You actually brought tears to my eyes, so inspired, so inspiring, such a revelation! To use and work with a space, with your creative team, to care, to create and to bring to life. I'm very impressed. As your client said, even if I had the same budget, I couldn't do this. You have a wonderful talent, Alexandra, and have surrounded yourself with a very impressive and creative team. Thank you so much.
Really stunning and unexpected...I thought "Wow what a lot if stuff in that space" and "not a fan of so many dufferent wood colors" BUT you proved me wrong! It all looks so good and the place looks so much bigger! And when they saw the reveal I teared up. They love it!
You are fantastic and you’re whole team 😊 ❤
Every time I see your makeovers, I am blown away by how much you have changes a space & made it a place the residents can feel proud of. You & your team are fantastic. I am really blown away by this makeover.
Me too. Mind blown.
So many great ideas! It looks adorable. Your makeovers are always so charming. My only personal critique is it seems like the storage unit above the edge should be lower on the wall and the two kitchen chairs would fit under the table if they were narrower. They seem too big for the room and the table.
Every time I think your team has done the most beautiful space EVER, I wait for the next episode and say I was wrong, because you do it again, EVERY TIME!!!!
I love the makeovers! But I swear, every time they say "oh, the client has a lot of books" they are like "ok, here's something for 10 books, that's enough right? ". XD
@@annetidwell4807I once was talking about how much I love books , with a new friend .. he then mentioned that he reads a lot too and has lots of books . When I asked how many. He said probably 5 or 6....😢😢.
So I get what you mean...Coz for me that's a number for one book haul😅😅😅
@@bookish_vickie maybe he meant he reads 5 or 6 at once, like simultaneously 🤔😅
@@kiratchk probably 🤔
I remember one time AG did an office space for a professor and that was probably the only time I saw a space and thought "oh, okay, I guess that is plenty of books"
Where have you been child? I’ve been in withdrawals!
Lol
Hahahaha me too
Same lol
I know I look everyday to see if she has a new video
Seems like every 2nd Sunday?
This couple is so cute! They look like brother and sister!😊
Graham needs to sell his hanging side tables. Also, his closet doors would really sell. This was a delightful video. I think this video alone would get you over a million subscribers. Maybe you could do a UA-cam shortie, speeded up. This video has it all. Great job everyone. Sending happy thoughts to all.
Those pop light sconces are an about time product. About time that we can have sconces without hiring an electrician. This makeover is adorable. I'm surprised a couple can live happily in 250 square feet, but you've made it feel spacious with colors, style and storage.
Obsessed with Graham's DIYs for this space!! The bedside shelves! Really hoping he does make some for AG's bedroom 😂!
This is such an amazing space! I’m blown away by the doors and night stands graham built. The one thing I would change is the milk crates on top of the cabinets. You used them in another makeover and I loved them, but something about this space makes them not as cohesive. Hopefully they have enough storage from all the other spots you added. Love love love!!
I agreed.Maybe bamboo crates would have looked better?
The pure joy from receiving the AG treatment never gets old. Genuinely feel happy for these lucky winners!
This couple are so pretty. Graham is an artist.
A 40 minute video?! Yes, please
The outtakes are my fav! 😂 Never stop being silly and laughing at yourself AG!
You made their apartment a 100% better. What a lovely couple.
This was amazing. It’s like a one bedroom now! Small, but one bedroom. Mind blowing.
Wow u guys gave them everything they asked for bedroom, seating, storage, light and managed to fit all of it in 250sq ft 👏 it looks so much bigger and more functional now
adding a Murphy bed to that bedroom and closing up the clothing storage would have functionally added an entire room to this couple's house, giving them a hangout space for friendsand even the ability to use the room as a study or hobby space in the daytime. They wanted to be able to spend time with friends in this apt... beyond having tea, 4 people wouldn't fit comfortably.
100% agree that a Murphy bed would've been a considerable upgrade.
Yes, they have lost an entire room by filling it with the bed. Needs to be dual purpose.
@@loullabelle80 the couple wanted a dedicated bed.
@@lynneannewolak2608 True, still, I would have talked it over with them. A Murphy bed was also my solution here.
Welcome back, Alexandra! Hope you’ve been well because I’ve missed you!
This makeover was SOOO GOOD!! I love how the couple is bursting with joy 🥹
This wallcovering rep’s heart exploded when you mentioned using silicone to make the WC more water resistant! Bravo!!! …and Grants creations are stunning as usual. Those nightstands!
As usual it looks very nice, but there's always a few little things I want to change. You just need to get better at listening to the clients, for one. They said they want to be able to entertain in their bedroom, sometimes. So you should have given them a couch bed or a Murphy bed. They said they didn't like green and they liked bright colors. So I would have kept the kitchen cabinet doors white, an added a more colorful print for the backsplash. Maybe something like tropical or mexican, with white and reds in it. Also that round table should be a pedestal table. Cuz their legs are going to get caught on it. I would maybe have low back chairs there. I think both blinds should be one color. I like the rest.
Yeeees! It's such a pet peeve at this point that Alexandra doesn't pay enough attention to what the clients wish for and simply goes with stuff she likes...
Like also the hutch in the kitchen: they wanted to hide things, not put them on display behind glass doors...
Pretty and comfortable folding chairs would've been good, since the new chairs are way too bulky and with that little space having the option of putting them away would've been good.
I agree with the bright colors!! I kept saying, this is all so great but where are the bright pop of colors, and not muted jeweled toned “brights?”
Right? And I think if she actually listened to her clients, that would help stop her designs from looking all the same. For example, her kitchen she did here with the green and the pink, has been done pretty much on every makeover she's done. If she actually listened to the client and made it colorful, maybe she would put in reds and oranges or some other colors for once. I think like last time, the clients kept showing her pictures of darker beige walls in the inspo. And instead of just making the walls beige and using that as a challenge to design around, she just made it pretty much white, which is what she usually does. I'm just saying if she picks up a unique element from each client that they ask for, like a different color wall, that would give her a new challenge to design around, and would help make her designs more unique.
@@saratemp790 very good points regarding the kitchen colors and uniqueness!
No, they said they wanted to turn it into a bedroom since that's what it's used for 90% of the time.
I always get excited for these because I want to see a tiny bathroom makeover, but then they're never included!!! Please do a makeover for a tiny studio apartment bathroom, too!! My house has very small full bathrooms and I'd love some inspo!!
Is it normal that I watch Team AG makeovers multiple times when they're released? 🤯😎 Anyone with me?
Haha, I'm with you - I don't watch them on Saturdays usually, I like to savor them, so I wait a few days. Watched this one this morning, and I'm now watching it a second time. So many clever details in this makeover - all the little things - so many great ideas!
Not gonna lie, I was tearing up with their response. Such a lovely transformation for them and their space!
The doors that graham made are fantastic 💋
This transformation turned out absolutely stunning. It's so gorgeous. And the closet doors Graham made? Stop it right now, they're incredible. The added storage *is* amazing and deserves 4000 mentions.
The one thing I wish could be changed was the countertop around the kitchen sink, as it appeared to be rotting away. I know you can't change everything in a space, especially with it being a rental, so I'm not upset you guys didn't address it. What I am wondering is why a landlord wouldn't have fixed that before someone moved in, because that level of rot has taken yeaaaars.
Ok, Alexandra and team you changed not only this apartment but their lives. Having a beautiful functional place to live, a place where you feel supported and comfortable, is paramount for productivity and mental health. I was skeptical about this space. It seemed too daunting to pull off what was needed let alone make it beautiful. Well, you did it! 10/10.❤
Love the decor! Why not use thinner vertical space by the back kitchen door and fridge? And floor to ceiling wardrobe in the bedroom? Vertical space is often underutilized… vertical storage!!! Vertical storage!!! Vertical storage!!! No mini shelves, top to bottom full wall closed storage!!! Love the front door storage tree! So many good ideas - and yet - use the whole wall floor to ceiling for closed storage! Around beds, in kitchens, around your tv etc. in all these studio apartments…
Yes and a curtain in the window of the door. Then a short bin could be put below the window with the tall thin chimney cupboard at an angle by the frig so it's accessible.
One of the biggest transformation yet! But that closet door..Graham never ceases to amaze me with what he can come up with & do with wood!!🤯 Honestly such a cool space! Great job team AG😊
Missed the plants and the cute planters!! The ledge between the two spaces would be great for a succulent garden in varying heights!!
There is just something about these studio spaces - where you have to get so creative - that I just love! This whole apartment turned out so well!
Omg was so happy to hear Taylor’s “Nice!” It’s been so long 😭
So good!! Love the side tables!!
What a transformation!!
**is anyone thinking that the dining chairs are just too big? And I would have put shelves above the kitchen hutch.
Yes, was thinking the same.
Yes shelves above the hutch for pantry storage!
I think folding chairs and some more cupboards above the existing kitchen ones would have been amazing
As soon as she showed them, I was googling for other options. There is a 5 in 1 nesting cube chair that I would have used. It gives 5 seats when needed, but doesn't leave the space so visually cluttered.
As someone who lives in a small space, watching this series is just so satisfying. Great designs & maximizing spaces with Team AG's special touch, chef's kiss ❤
I too live tiny, about 350 sq ft. So I definitely paid attention for my place, noted ur sources. Lol. Biggest takeaways, kitchen shelves & wall storage above bed. Quality job team AG !! Love u all.
Mrs Gater, I have noticed that your decorating skills have really evolved, you are really doing some great work, especially in such tiny spaces
Graham is a genius carpenter, his creations are always amazing and beautiful. I love how you transform the tiniest space into something beautiful and functional for the people who live in them, truly inspiring
I absolutely love the attention y’all give to the small finishing details, like the silicone on the edges of the wallpaper backsplash. The quality of workmanship on your designs is incredible!
I love how cute and functional the shelves in the kitchen are, especially with the sliding without tilting!
However, the chairs look way too big and bulky, pretty and comfortable folding chairs would've been a better option to give them the opportunity to free up space if needed and maybe seat one more person. Especially since it doesn't look like 4 people could sit AND eat there comfortably.
The hutch could've used non-seethrough doors in my opinion. Especially since Elif and Asif mentioned that they would like to hide things better in that corner. Maybe making the doors pop with a nice but not too in you face pattern repeating the green of the cabinets (painted or peel and stick) or the lattice from the closet doors.
The mirror looks really nice there!
The bedroom is too mix-and-not-matchy in my opinion; it makes it less cohesive and cozy than it could've been. The furniture types and wood tones just don't really go too well together, I think.
Also, yes, some storage has been added, but I think giving really up high wall to wall and maybe even on more than one wall book shelves would've been more practical and looked nice (maybe add a little indirect light moment or some cute string lights).
Also, the "closed storage" isn't often really closed. Most of those baskets would've been better with lids (less dusty, hiding clutter better and less fading of clothing etc from light) and bigger. Especially in the kitchen and the "wardrobe".
For the bedroom I feel a ceiling light is missing. Something not too dominant but to give them more light when needed (like outfit check when it's dark outside).
All in all it looks so much better and Elif and Asif look really happy and them loving it is the most important thing.
How amazing is Graham’s skills! Crazy! Blew me away! Love your ideas, so beautiful! Go Team AG!
Incredible doors great craftsmanship
I’m blown away by what you’re able to do in these small spaces!!! I can’t believe how much stuff you bring in and the spaces look bigger! Kudos to team AG!
I feel like it would be such a cute idea for the outlet covers to come with matching coloured screws or even a little nail polish bottle of the same colour to paint over your own screws
Because the gorgeous closet door opens in, it cuts down actual storage space. And you may be able to seat 4 people in the kitchen, but there’s not enough tabletop area to allow all 4 to eat together. The long bench combined with a small round table just don’t make sense. For me, too many stray woods. And Elif had said that Asif is OK with frames as long as they match, but they don’t. So many good elements, but an unusually large number of misses this time around.
Agreed
I was thinking maybe a rectangular table. The cabinets look so elegant, but the wall paper messed up the look, along with those orange light switch plates and ceiling lamp. The good thing is, those items are easy to change.
The other wood in the area looks cheap after looking at the tri-fold door. But the bottom line is the place look much better than it did before.
and they said they hated the green walls, so they gave them green cabinets? hahaha
The kitchen cabinets are gorgeous and Graham's closet doors are just perfect for the space!
Alex and co you deserve 1MM viewers! Count down! You all rock.
Loved it, apart from those horrible black crates on top of the kitchen and the dining chairs are just too big and swamp that gorgeous buffet chair
I don't understand the round table with that big bench that essentially is wasted space since only one person can use the table. Wouldn't a folding rectangle make more sense? Then they could fold into a smaller piece when not in use.
HOLY CRAP! I would never want to leave after the transformation!! It looks SOOOO good!
those sconces are the COOLEST thing I have ever seen!!!
Another Terrific makeover
Love this. It always amazes me how you add things in, but make the small space more functional yet so much larger looking. ❤
I love everything you did here Alexandra and team, but I do not like the black baskets on top of the kitchen cabinets. Love this channel ❤️
They look so cheap
GRAHAM! those doors are a masterpiece!
Wow this has to be my favourite ever. Neutral walls and furniture with pops of color 😍
You said you were consciously mixing and matching wood tones but i think it looks chaotic in a small space. Adding caning and marble and faux tile backsplash again, just seems to make it jumbled up. My opinion only, likely unpopular, but i think small spaces need more cohesion.
I agree it looks like a college dorm and doesn't reflect their inspo pic or previous modern style, I don't like it at all
yeah honestly there were some good points here and there and its obviously nicer than before but i dont think this build was cohesive and really worked super well at the end of the day.
I agree. Plus she took away a space to entertain company in the liv room and gave them a bedroom they didn't really need. I'd have put in a sofa bed.
I 100% agree - a murphy bed would have been a good solution as well.
@@astalane5898 Murphy beds are nice but there needs to be a space in the wall to fold them into. I don't think there is one in this apt..
I think this is the most outstanding makeover on this channel. I am amazed! Such tiny space hosting so many functions! And yes! The door and the nightstands are SO CREATIVE AND BEAUTIFUL!
Graham’s wooden bifold door and side tables creation is beautiful!!🤎
From drab to fab Team AG you are amazing.
What a transformation!! All the colors and storage. Beauty and function! Graham outdid himself with the closet door too. Well done, everyone! 👏👏👏
This is absolutely lovely! Everything you did was beautiful and so functional.
Literally the only change I’d make is, that Roman shade in the kitchen should be green like the one in the bedroom. I’m very partial to that shade of green specifically.
You do beautiful work!
There’s so much to look at in this makeover! You guys are amazing as always!
And Graham should seriously consider opening his own line of woodwork products. I’d buy them in a heartbeat! ❤
I love that the door is now the same color as the wall because it looks more like a window and less like oh my there’s another door in our kitchen, but your eye goes to the pendant light
Those bedside tables should be added to your store. Genius design!
I love it. It’s beautiful, but I do think that the espresso machine would look better on the buffet and the microwave on the nook.
It must feel great to bring joy into folks’ lives with these makeovers. Kudos to the AG team!
I love all your makeovers! One comment regarding the plastic storage bins over the kitchen cabinets... I think this would be a great opportunity to add wicker baskets or wire bins instead of plastic.
Every time you guys do a studio fix, you make me miss the cute little studio I had in my 20s!
It would be a chef’s kiss if you added two screws in the cover outlet kits in matching colours.
Graham TRULY NEEDS HIS OWN SHOW
Those doors are unique. Graham is a rockstar!
Gorgeous....You and your team perform magic together.
Grahams talent at woodwork and cabinet making is soooo perfect and inspirational.
I just love the cupboard doors and would think he would make beautiful screens too. Thanks for a fun video always uplifting to watch😂🎉
Gram! The closet doors! The talent! WHOAH!
This is so dope 🤩👏🏻😍🎉👍🏻❤
Interested why you didn’t use fold up chairs at the table, as space is a premium and they only use them for company.
I live in a small space and that is what we did. We got vintage wood folding chairs for our extra two kitchen seats, and two regular wood chairs for us to use day to day. Works great.
Not a designer by any stretch but why not go with a Murphy bed that also turns into a couch when lifted into the closed position ? Dual purpose and efficient .
More and easy to access sleeping space
Preference
Ease of use
Not sure about the look of the two storage pieces in the bedroom.
I agree. It’s not cohesive
Still, not millions of subscribers???????? I've been following Alexandra from the very beginning!!!! She should have had MILLIONS of subscribers!!! Her professional development is outstanding!!! But above all, Alexandra is a really good person!!! Thank you for all these beautiful, and positive years full of creativity, love for your job and peers and respect towards every single person you meet! God bless you!❤
What a cute makeover ! A challenge for such a tight space. Article furniture is beautiful and substantial. I just wondered why the fold of the (gorgeous) closet doors went into the closet, which seems to have taken up storage room.
Would it be a good idea to use book shelves above beds as a side table on either side of the bed?
Was there space for them to fit?
You’ve been genuinely missed. Welcome back❤