NEVER TOO SMALL Barbican Brutalist Small Apartment - 41sqm/441sqft

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Built in the 1960's, Barbican Estate is a brutilist utopia for inner city living. The estate is a massive complex of 2000 apartments, surrounded by gardens, lakes and arts spaces, known as one of Londons ugliest buildings.
Architect Melanie Schubert from SAM Architects samarchitects.co.uk redesigned the 41m2 apartment, dividing the existing open space with a multifunctional central unit that subtly organizes each area. Concealing a washing machine, a wardrobe, and allowing for flexible storage.
The apartment can be further divided with layered curtains, separating the living space from the bedroom. Restrained materials and colours throughout allow the apartment to retain it's history and blends each division together seamlessly.
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Project Name: Barbican Studio
Architect: samarchitects.co.uk/project/ba...
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@TonysScrapbook 4 года назад

I was vibin to the peaceful atmosphere that never too small always has until i saw that toilet...

@1989FFA 4 года назад

Totally!

@zuziakras1632 4 года назад

For me is not a peaceful, but FROZEN atmosphere.

@WomanOnTopOnline 3 года назад

Same here, the toilet ruined it for me. It’s too small. A larger person won’t fit.

@fcdl5688 3 года назад

Same. The toilet ruined it.

@xyverjaze 3 года назад

Right?!? My ass won’t fit! Haha

@tamasbarath8659 4 года назад

imo the bathroom slider should be controlled from the bathroom not from the bedroom. Just for privacy reasosns.

@woodbrettm 4 года назад

*clicks button* oh shit someone's showering . . . wait wtf who is that!?!?!

@rosaalfe9261 4 года назад

I think so!

@Churros1616 4 года назад

Well in a place like that you would live alone or with your partner, so privacy is not that big of an issue.

@soilent9618 4 года назад

Seriously. What a dumb idea. Even if you live there by yourself imagine the pain in the ass it is when you go to the bathroom, get undressed, then realize you left the window open and need to get redressed, go around the big center console, climb over your bed, then close the window. Annoying. I would just screw it shut permanently.

@Iguana93 4 года назад

@@soilent9618 I would think that if you lived there by yourself, that's precisely what you wouldn't have to do, because you could just walk around the whole appartment without anyone seeing you.

@jedzheng 4 года назад

Love everything except the toilet, it doesn’t look comfortable and seems difficult to clean

@rafaz.695 4 года назад

You don't clean it, it's 19th century style :D

@Renkencen 4 года назад

That and the fridge is too small for my liking!

@jedzheng 4 года назад

Ren Cen I don’t think there is a rangehood, the fridge I can live with lol

@dummmkopfff 4 года назад

I agree. I don’t think it’s practical at all and I find their logic to be flawed. Yes, people do spend the least time on the toilet but it is also the most frequently used object in the bathroom. And what you “gain” is isn’t even a gain imo.

@jenocean824 4 года назад

I know it isn't, but it looks like a composting toilet.

@MelisaKarolina 4 года назад

Growing up in London. I used to dream about living in the Barbican estate. Not only the architectural structure but the peace that surrounds it. Now I’ve managed to move into a home that’s 10 min away from there. I find myself coming to the Barbican and studying or reading until 1am. Or drawing in the massive conservatory they also have. Thank you for featuring this episode. One day my home will be a feature on your channel 🌿

@nadiakotaishova557 Год назад

Yes, it will! ♥️

@roob9747 6 месяцев назад

This sounds so lovely

@4oh4200 4 года назад

I love the Barbican and this apartment is fantastic, however, that toilet looks like a nightmare.

@velvetindigonight 4 года назад

Reminds me of a composting toilet but actually wood is very hygenic!

@somedude2954 4 года назад

Sure it looks kinda nice and unique, but all the hassle for the clean-up :(

@aayotechnology 4 года назад

John Paul but there is a pane of glass there

@limrosemary8536 4 года назад

so that one wont lau 🥚 in it

@kaysengraham572 2 года назад

you all prolly dont give a damn but does anybody know a way to log back into an Instagram account? I was stupid lost the login password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me!

@Cut_Throat_Girl 4 года назад

The thing about all these small spaces that i'm seeing they have in common is HUGE WINDOWS like wall to wall space. Something that most modern block of flats don't have and what makes them gloomy and dark regardless of being much larger!

@IagoVital 3 года назад

For sure. I think nowadays people forget that it doesn't matter if the space has a big amount of sqm or 2021 installations... If it looks and feels like a prison then there's no need to live in those horrible places. To be honest when I was moving to a new condo last year, after watching NVTSmall for years, I went for the one with huge windows. Best choice ever.

@OK-wb1dy 2 года назад

Personally I don’t like big windows. And I do live in a place with big windows currently.

@CARMARCUSO 4 года назад

I was so calm until the toilet show up I SCREAAAAAM. 😊

@twraia 4 года назад

4:14 The sleeping area inside the flat is backed onto the bathroom so you can hear the bowel movement of your partner and guests loud and clear

@JoseMVelazquez 4 года назад

At 41sqm I think you can hear it no matter where in the apartment you are.

@quinosonic82 4 года назад

@@JoseMVelazquez exacto, y dependiendo del sistema de ventilación, otro sentido puede verse involucrado.

@Freepouli 4 года назад

You can even smell "things" when there's a windows between bathroom and sleeping area...ewww

@B612uTube 4 года назад

...and look from the window to see if they are ok! :oD

@twraia 4 года назад

@@B612uTube Alright in there, mate? Sounds like you could use some extra fibre in your diet

@knycxjourneying 4 года назад

I love this. This is an apartment that's actually for "living" - not some hotel show-rooms where it looks funky and dramatic in 100 sq feet but in reality you cannot put anything in there.

@mariebernier3076 3 года назад

Really??? Not with that narrow sink, tiny fridge and no dishwasher! No living going on in there, not in my book.

@knycxjourneying 3 года назад

@@mariebernier3076 Oh I have seen "worse" :P

@IagoVital 3 года назад

@@mariebernier3076 I've been living with a fridge that size for over a year and it still hasn't given me issues. I guess that depends on each person's needs, tough. If one is in a space where 3 or more people are sharing the same house than I would advice on going for a bigger fridge. But for living alone or couples it does the job 100%.

@ej3016 2 года назад

@@IagoVital sure - and during COVID lock downs how did you eat - you sure as heck didn’t go shopping everyday - that fridge was intended as a bar fridge or for a dorm room or for someone who shopped daily - I’ve lived in small spaces for over forty years and have always had a full-size fridge except during college - am in a studio apt that is my forever home - was so glad for that full-size fridge these past two years and as I “age” - we’ve also had one of worst winters this century - if you don’t drive you sure as hell didn’t want to be going out for groceries in a blizzard more than once a week - knock yourself out if you’re young foolish and have more money than sense - me - I haven’t seen a fridge that size in my own kitchen since mid-eighties

@Cloudburst2000 2 года назад

@@ej3016 Not everyone cooks. That is exactly what they said about the person who owned this unit. I am assuming the person who owns this unit usually does take out, delivery, etc. That fridge would work fine for someone like that. I know plenty of people that hardly ever cook anything and would get along just fine with that fridge. Now, I like to cook so it would definitely be too small for me, but not everyone is like me. What works for me doesn't necessarily work great for the next person and vice versa. And they may have a decent amount of non-perishable foods...canned soup, ramen, etc that don't require refrigeration.

@ingwermoschus5630 4 года назад

4:49 whenever you use the bathroom the least time you spend on the toilet. Hmm ._.

@Halbmond 4 года назад

I’m sure that’s true when the toilet looks like that

@ZakiWasik 4 года назад

Was scrolling down to comment just that :D

@WHOMP-wv2qs 4 года назад

@pj bakes lol

@mediocrefunkybeat 3 года назад

Quite. Speak for yourself, architect lady!

@kelliethorne1200 2 года назад

Written by a person who has no IBS issues, obvs.

@kalebjen4506 4 года назад

Always a good day when Never Too Small uploads

@admortor 4 года назад

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees

@Rubiecat 4 года назад

This is truly an excellent design, it's crazy what a simple division of the space and additional storage can do ! (the toilet on the other hand... I would not want to get an indigestion in there)

@asteriskesque 4 года назад

I love everything about it... except... for... I know you know what I'm going to say... the toilet.

@vani6690 4 года назад

😂😂

@exzobree9158 3 года назад

Yeah me too. Looks nice and all... Until at the toilet part.

@sandrabrott8580 3 года назад

Yeah it looks like an out house toilet

@jijumonm2345 4 года назад

Replace the toilet and this house is perfect IMO. Beautifully done 👏

@stevenreichertart 4 года назад

I love the sense of continuity with the cabinetry. The way the kitchen design just blends into the center cabinet area. I’ve never seen anything like this.

@peradabanbaruindonesia1546 4 года назад

Wow. This apartment is amazing. I love how every element has practical use not just a decoration. This place is so functional and i can see my life living in this. The architect is amazing!

@yourlandladysson6395 4 года назад

I love the fact there's a balcony just right in front of the living room. I also love the curtain division. I hope to bring these innovations to my countries real estate.

@Andrea-hc4mm 4 года назад

Okay... We had this toilet in our cottage and you would be surprised, how comfortable it is :D PS: I like the whole design, just would add lot of plants...

@djeyeskold1279 2 года назад

Yes but not every use is"spray-free'...yikes.... It looks like it would get dirty and difficult to clean...

@jayjaydubful 2 года назад

And art...it looks very sterile atm

@addm15 4 года назад

Love how the materials unite all the spaces and those subtle hints of wood is just eye-catching!

@quietestkitten 3 дня назад

This is basically a studio apartment but instead of being one big box, each function of a house has its own space. I love the simple kitchen, and the other elegant bathroom. I love the big open windows creating a warm living space to entertain in

@MARIOLANZO 4 года назад

Beautiful, functional apartment. I really love the central unit; it's like the spine of the entire space.

@missymegha5680 4 года назад

You had me till the toilet😬

@lauri397 4 года назад

I love it. It is indeed a small appartment and even so, it has all the necessary spaces to live comfortably. The distribution is simply perfect, the bedroom can be hidden with only a curtain. Love the colors, the white makes it look bigger and lighter. Beautiful ❤

@karolmendoza5901 2 года назад

In this case I love how they divide the place by means of a piece of furniture without using walls, making it a clean place with a lot of ventilation, adding white to the whole apartment to make it look bigger. I feel that it would be a beautiful apartment for a single person or for a couple.

@aryamansinha9309 4 года назад

I've binge-watched all of your episodes due to the quarantine and I've gotta say staying home has never been this fun :)

@Tree_D 4 года назад

I love this design, very clean 😍. That furniture looks uncomfortable as heck though :)

@humminbirrrd 4 года назад

I agree! I love the layout but if this was my space I'd find some comfortable furniture, still light-colored and small to keep the space light and uncluttered.

@Tree_D 4 года назад

@@humminbirrrd It's probably very expensive design as well :D

@humminbirrrd 4 года назад

@@Tree_D I bet it is! With the population growing and people moving to smaller spaces, I would love to see more beautiful-AND-affordable spaces like this

@fodinski1 4 года назад

Beautiful building and beautiful apartment. One of the best realized projects on this channel.

@andybillington7638 4 года назад

I love this! Not only is it beautiful, but also an incredible use of space.❤️

@nurramlan1184 4 года назад

Say whatever you want, but that folks is my dream toilet! I didn't know such a design was possible. Excellent work! Thank you Never Too Small 🥰

@chrisbabbitt4202 4 года назад

It's getting some hate, but I do like how it disappears and turns into a bench.

@ileanor1863 4 года назад

Nur Ramlan I’ve tried these types of loos, and they are a lot more comfortable than standard ones. They’re really great!!

@0SilentStone0 4 года назад

I liked it too. Maybe to appease everyone else the 'bench' seat could be a part of the lid (including some folding legs), so you'd have a normal toilet seat underneath

@smitti9915 4 года назад

Lovely, clean space. I love the Barbican. The central island is a great solution. As far as the loo goes, I have not sat on it, so I cannot comment on its comfort. It is ingenious to pop a lid on it, so it doubles as a seat. The office space though feels like the client came up with that.

@Alyssa82 4 года назад

Bravo! So well done! So unified, bright, clean, human! I love the finishes and the choice of materials. Quibble, like a few others, may be over the toilet BUT I appreciate the thought that went into it and that it is different.

@ricardovera116 4 года назад

Excellent work! I love how she matched different pieces with the window frame.

@RahelE.Photography 4 года назад

This is awesome, love everything about it except the toilet.

@shegog 4 года назад

Reading the comments I thought the toilet was going to have swords coming out if it or something.... I love it!

@evolsirhc123 3 года назад

Same!!!

@sofiagamboa8950 3 года назад

I really liked the apartment in general, I like that it has defined and clear spaces for each function, but above all that strange relationship bathroom and room that creates, it is quite interesting and curious; I also liked the fact that they divided the apartment with that double functionality of wardrobe and storage.

@mihatabi 4 года назад

The ceiling light bulbs in the living room are incredibly practical!

@DannySullivanMusic 4 года назад

If anyone ever spilled red wine the whole thing would be ruined lol

@fayholm1490 4 года назад

Yesss I was thinking the same

@davidthaler7018 3 года назад

@@fayholm1490 Indeed....no spag bol being eaten in this place.

@sherina5165 4 года назад

I've watched this episode many times. One of my favorites. Though every time I see the toilet, I always wonder how you're supposed to keep it clean, with the lid and the wood and all that. I wish they turned on all those hanging lights in the living room too; I'd love to see their overall effect.

@TheHowlingDawn 4 года назад

Ahhh finally a new video from my favorite YT Channel. So Satisfying. 😊

@ShivsGhost 6 месяцев назад

So incredibly charming! I love brutalism architecture a lot, and I've always been attracted to small and compact living spaces (I'd live in one, if I was on my own) I ADORE the big unit in the middle to give the division, to add to the flow of the apartment, I'm absolutely in love with this

@leondroidgeeks 4 года назад

Funny how the clients wants this kind of toilet 😄 Also even though I like natural sunlight in a bathroom, I would like to know if there is still enough storage space there since the window takes up a lot of space.

@zenmaster24 4 года назад

beautifully minimal - love it! wonder how the small kitchen does during quarantine?

@Dark_Aeon 4 года назад

having the storage space in the central unit elevated makes the floor (and thus the entire flat) look much bigger. Nice touch.

@JazzaTV 4 года назад

Incredible video guys! Love the updated format you've introduced

@pierac.6034 4 года назад

I’ve officially became addicted to this channel 🤩

@VitalyGagaSmile 4 года назад

The apartment looks comfortable for living. Apparently I'm another one who have to mention how horrible the toilet looks.

@mariebernier3076 3 года назад

Heads! What an image. Freak much? 😉

@carolynbostic5784 4 года назад

I like the placement of the bedroom farther from the natural light source. I also appreciate both curtain systems, sheer-like but gives privacy too.

@SpiceScholar 3 года назад

wow that's a very well designed fluid space. The transitions are very elegant and inviting. One of my favourite layouts so far - solid German ingenuity at work here - functional, stylish and gemuetlich.

@theenthusiast9708 4 года назад

I was hoping this was gonna be an episode about living in a tiny dollhouse, missed 1st of April opportunity ;)

@gettinbattered 3 года назад

Big up barbican. Always dreamt of living there

@0731meimei 4 года назад

I love this, minimal colours and textures, very charming!

@joselito7776 4 года назад

I liked the space as it was and I loved what this designer did with it. It may fall under the category of 'brutalist' architecture but there is certainly nothing brutal about it. Good job!

@tjmmckelvey 4 года назад

How would you like your toilet? Medievil torture device thanks!

@u.v.s.5583 3 года назад

The perfect present for your mother-in-law!

@huub1989 3 года назад

I can feel the lines impressed into the backs of my legs by that toilet surround throbbing already! No thanks!

@allybaby1248 4 года назад

I want to see the apartments that have those gorgeous huge windows and the top of the building

@carlvlaeminck2171 4 года назад

Beautiful concept. The perfect color for this interior is white indeed. Love all about it. Very clever ideas.

@nedaajassaim9508 4 года назад

i love how light the design is !

@roelheijmans 4 года назад

You know you're in London when they talk about "knick knacks" and have two tea pots on the stove.

@makiburgess5733 2 года назад

I think at least one of the pots on the stove is for making espresso.

@remigijusmatukaitis4383 4 года назад

Nice! Although too much hanging ceiling lights - not so good for taller guys and rearrangement.

@geelynguyen 4 года назад

I really love it. All in white with subtle pattern of material, simple and sophisticated

@paulawakefield7869 16 дней назад

❤ those Barbican buildings.

@amir-razzak 4 года назад

the real question is : can u squat in the toilet tho

@ChaserFTW 4 года назад

Underappreciated comment

@mariebernier3076 3 года назад

It's the only comfortable position that could be maintained.

@vinnyvasquez 4 года назад

'Client' is clearly someone rich who can't or won't cook. Fridge is no bigger than a minibar. They'd starve during lockdown. Shower window needs to be opened from bathroom not bedroom too.

@chezmoi42 4 года назад

I live in France. My fridge is the same size as that one; I drive ten minutes to shop once a week and cook from scratch. (Also, tbh, have too many pots of mustard and various condiments taking up space.) There are at least half a dozen grocery shops within six blocks of the Barbican Estate, and probably more restaurants.

@vinnyvasquez 4 года назад

Where this apartment is, is not relevant. If you shop once a week with this size fridge i doubt you cook with many ingredients in that fridge. The fridge in this video is a fridge you see in a holiday home where you might use it for breakfast and to make a sandwich during the day. Not 3 meals daily. Unless you visited a grocery store every 72hrs or so.

@chezmoi42 4 года назад

@@vinnyvasquez Where do you live, Vinny?

@Rubiecat 4 года назад

@@chezmoi42 I live in France and the only time a fridge this size was okay with me was when I was a student and never cooked any proper meal, now that I'm used to cooking a lot I would never accept such a small fridge, it has nothing to do with where you live

@Jm-yq5yy 4 года назад

Yea but you’ll gonna let visitors peek on the bedroom through the bathroom

@annbee8772 4 года назад

I like the way you organized the space, it’s not an easy task in one window apartment

@candyjamaican 4 года назад

I love love loooooove the toilet. Reminds me of home from the early days.

@Bptor1092 4 года назад

Gives me a reason to hire a "Keeper of the Stool".

@0biwan 4 года назад

I love the layout, but all of the chairs look so uncomfortable...!

@miriamc7139 4 года назад

The moving division, adds interst, love it

@Bray_TheVibe_ 4 года назад

I absolutely love the aesthetic of this space. It is so soothing.

@imagineobvio5993 4 года назад

looks nice, clean, but maybe too clean and cold for my taste

@annafre1789 4 года назад

Dalarhäst och toa likt ett utedass - är ägarna eller arkitekten svenska? ;)

@FakhrulIslamFahad 4 года назад

Every single video of this channel is Mesmerizing!!

@Gez-C 4 года назад

This place looks stunning, very minimal, sleak, like it!

@nia00210 4 года назад

Okay, I love this design. I feel like this suits me as a single person, having a single studio that fits my taste, I like overall placement and such, including the bedroom. But I feel a little bit funny of having those slide window to the bathroom 😂 okay, that's first. Yeah, the kitchen is a little bit small, but I understand the client less time on kitchen. I am too a spend a little time on kitchen unless I have the need too. Everything is classy, elegant and simple. I like this. I also love the outside studio apartment environment. I don't know why it was voted one of the ugliest building. I like it, it looks serene and have some space with the fountain (?) garden, walking area and more. (1:10 - 1:17) I wish I can live in this place and sort of having my own time.

@9481xyz 4 года назад

I love how the average HOUSE size in the UK is about 70 sqm, and this 41 sqm APARTMENT is called SMALL.... #microapartment haha. The average house in Eastern Europe is around 40 sqm....

@ancaas7945 4 года назад

@@bbb-th1vu It depends on the social- economic of each person and the part of the country you live in. This is the official figure, 40sqm, but I've never seen myself such small apartments.

@tobias-hastings 4 года назад

Love the central piece of furniture; helps a lot with breaking the space up and making it feel like a number of nicely-sized spaces rather than one large space that you don't know what to do with. Using the curtain to hide the bedroom area rather than a wall or door gives an easy way to make the living area feel big again as well as letting light into the bed when it's wanted. Really confused by the toilet choice and the bathroom window. I can understand wanting a bit of light into the bathroom but I wouldn't want people to be able to see me while I'm in there. Maybe frosting or etching to add a touch of privacy? The toilet I'd just replace with something more standard.

@SureshReddy-vu5vf 3 года назад

Loved this video... Great white color... Feels like the room is larger than it really is!!!

@user-rd6zw6oj6e 4 года назад

It is normal in Japan for a single person to live in a room of this area, but it is surprising that it is so special overseas

@MartinDiscoo 4 года назад

nice redesign. a bit too white for me, toilet is ugly and maybe there should be sliding door to toilet in bedroom (instead of window)?

@patriciarussell7487 4 года назад

It's all I need! Great design! Wow,what a location!

@coffeytnmilk7 2 года назад

Loved the design and I’m amazed by all the storage!

@mnrd888 4 года назад

More of a bachelor pod look for me....

@klgherkin 4 года назад

Yeah, this one isn't for me.

@j.flaner8506 4 года назад

Everything was wonderful until the toilet.

@sandraargo8382 3 года назад

Looks like an outhouse!!!

@absurdfool 4 года назад

Smart layout All areas are functionally exclusive. Very good design

@markgil4855 4 года назад

I love everything except the toilet. I don’t find it comfortable.

@marcoperez3212 4 года назад

Last time I was this early human beings were living in caves.

@EricaGamet 4 года назад

So, yesterday, then? #lockdown

@MonicaHolly143 4 года назад

Last time i was this early human comments are about the video

@katmastroianni557 4 года назад

My favourite project so far, I love the furniture in the living area :)

@hotelierid9029 2 года назад

i really like the kitchen design. it fulfills the need of client but also very connected with the other room.

@penbunk 4 года назад

its me or there's always a feature in these videos that make you wonder "what in hell they were thinking?" example: big boxy medieval toilet with an sliding panel to the bedroom

@U_vejs 4 года назад

no offence....... but I kinda like the one big space the original design had better but I totally understand what the new layout is about

@chefauri228 4 года назад

the natural light from the balcony gave me goosebumps

@meuconsagrado 2 года назад

one of my favorites. so simples, but cozy, and have a bit of space to yoga or exercice, besides big light panel and a balcony. just perfect for that place and for the size... I just hope toilet have a way to close that glass panel from inside

@jaggynettles8382 4 года назад

I think you could have made better use of the space.

@3506Dodge 4 года назад

She called it an "estate" but it looks like a high rise apartment building.

@emanuel65000 4 года назад

except a flat in the barbican like this would fetch more than £500,000... Its a very sort after area.

@3506Dodge 4 года назад

@@emanuel65000 What do Brits call a large area of land with a grand house owned by a single person?

@rnoemi4 4 года назад

This is by far one of my fav apartments I’ve seen!

@Bee-li8ox 2 года назад

It looks SO cozy!! Absolutely love the soft atmosphere the curtains provide when they're closed 🥺❤️ I adore this!! No dishwasher has to be a huge pain tho...