Studio Unit Makeover (23 SqM / 248 SqFt) | Midcentury Modern | DIY | Studio Ploy 

Your passion & labor of love always shines with each project. God bless!

By far the most exquisite small space renovation I’ve EVER seen. Please, don’t stop doing what you’re doing. Your work is FABULOUS!

It’s amazing to me that it looks bigger after you put everything into the unit. Very well done!

Let's JUDGE you first. Your sweet, endearing spirit is infectious. Your actual skills are understated = classy and very elegant. This has been the best makeover I've seen in awhile. Thanks for sharing your passion.

You have proven that a space doesn’t have to be big to be BEAUTIFUL!! You are very talented! Great work!❤️

First time viewer. I want to say how in love I am with your work and talent. Your attention to detail (drapes to conceal the a/c, wall covering in the bedroom area, personalized monochromatic gallery wall) are delightful. The glass divider is stunning! Really appreciate how you maximized the light - light is vital to me for my mood. I wonder how the glass divider would look with frosted film on the bottom panels to conceal the bed a bit more. Now off to explore your other videos. 🥰

You are proof that class and elegance can be achieved in any size room when you have the vision. Beautiful!

Mr. Ploy, I love your one-of-a-kind geographic modern painted canvas art!

You did an amazing job. When I got into my senior housing apartment complex, studio apartment, I also did mid century modern. I'm an Artist, BA in Art Secondary Education, but I also studied Interior Design at FIT. I was lucky cause there is a separate room with a small kitchen. I also looked up mid century modern art designs, and created my own art work to hang over my couch with chaise. My Asian black lacquer cabinet I brought from my old house, I put opposite my couch. On top I put the ginger jar lamp I brought with me. The director of the office of aging said, I needed a screen to separate the living room area from the bed area. She was nice enough to get me an Asian 4 panel screen. It's woven brown mesh with four decorative Asian designs in center of screen. Because of that I had to have someone make me a tv stand that was low to the ground, so tv wouldn't hide the decorative panels. We are not allowed to put tv on walls. I was able to extend the kitchen by putting in the entryway a utility kitchen cart, and a butcher block cart with two shelves and draws I got from IKEA. I can chopped all my veggies on there, as the kitchen doesn't have allot of counter space. I brought my double size Temper Pedic bed I had at house. There is no room for a queen size bed. Luckily there is a small hallway leading to the bathroom with a double size closet on either side. There is also small closet in entryway I use to store paper towels, toilet paper and Kleenex, as well as swiffer pads. In the entryway above the carts, I found some fabric with mid century modern design. Michaels had a big canvas, so I was able to use a staple gun and mod podge to put fabric on canvas. I used a yard and a half of fabric. That's a great way to make art work for your wall, using fabric. I wanted something Asian to hang above my cabinet. When I was down in Chinatown at Pearl River Mart, I found some wrapping paper with cherry blossoms design with different color backgrounds. I chose the pink background color. Dollar Tree had some small canvas, so got two and glued paper on them. I was watching what you did in Kitchen but, wondered where the stove was. How does she cook?.

Omg ! Your studio is absolutely gorgeous !! Love the glass wall separating the bedroom from the living room ! You have great taste in home decor

What a fabulous job! I learned how IKEA furniture can add value. How curtains can add a quality look. This was beautifully done. You have huge talent and are going far. Thank you for the video. ❤🎉🎊🎏🥇🏆💎

Really great to actually see how the objects are assembled or made in a small space makeover video; most makeover video skip over that. I admire you for making this beautiful space happen despite COVID restrictions and delays.

The most elegant, functional, stylish, and affordable makeover for small space living I have seen! Love how there is room for guests, a feel of high ceilings and a decent kitchen with a space to eat.

From plain apartment rooms to brilliant ones. Personally, I like the transformation. Everything is so calculated and has meaning.

You’ve taken a boring tiny space and created a beautiful soothing light filled sanctuary! Wow!! Just incredible! This is the first video of yours that I’ve seen and I enjoyed every minute… fabulous!

Truly amazing! Love every last touch! Well done!

You're amazing! You did most of that all by yourself. Truly talented and passionate about what you do. Beautiful job.

So Beautiful! Noone will notice the size of this home because each detail of your designing and decorating is so huge. Love It! Your Client has a lovely and livable home!

What talent you have! The entryway makes for an enchanting introduction to the dwelling.

Stunning design. Great that you made it affordable & not crazy. Every item is functional. Great glass partition, which at 1st I thought I wouldn't like, but love it - it really separates the zones. Only exception I'd make for myself is have the lower 1/6th or 1/3 of the partition made of wood panels for safety & ease of cleaning. I like how the panel theme is reflected in the partition, the mirrors & the set of framed photos on the wall. Thank you for sharing.

You’re so talented !!! Your clients are so lucky to have found you to work on their homes 🏡

You have taken a bare bones unit and turned it into a welcoming tiny home. And I love the design touches like the artwork, gallery wall, mirror tile wall and wall treatments that bring character to the space. And you do it all with an eye to budget and functionality at the same time.

This definitely entailed a lot of hard work and was made more complex by pandemic restrictions and the bed delivery error. I really like a number of things about this makeover, for example, the mirrored wall, the use of contact paper/peel and stick on the one wall, the glass divider (which echoes the mirror squares), the dining table & chairs, and the glass shower divider. I have one major issue with many studio tours and makeovers, something I see time and again. The question for the client should always be, "Do you want your studio to look like a home, or to look like a hotel room?" If they want an upscale hotel room, then you nailed it, 1000%. If they want it to look like a home then there should not be a bed visible in the space, even partially obscured, in my opinion. Using a sofa bed, a daybed, a futon, or a Murphy bed makes the room look more like a typical living room during the day and creates a lot of extra floor space. This is important even for me (I live in a 500 sq ft/46sq m studio, which I currently share with my dog and previously also shared with my teen) but is critical in a unit half this size! I would have used a high quality sofa bed placed facing the vanity/TV area. I might have moved the glass divider a couple of feet closer to the kitchenette, and then placed the table and chairs where you had the sofa. The place would look much larger instantly. All in all, however, you did a good job and I trust the client was pleased.

You really DOUBLED the space with the mirror wall and give this tiny apartment much needed space, great idea! ❤ The entrance gives an elevated sensation of warm elegance too. I've modified some other things, like the bedroom area, but all in all, you did a great job. Congratulations 👏🎉

beautiful!! I used to live in a 23sqm studio and the layout was very similar to this one. I even had the same vanity shelf with drawers from Ikea in exactly the same spot xD This makes me miss that flat so much

it’s amazing to me that it looks bigger after you put everything into the unit. Very well done!

This make over is amazing. The only thing I was thinking is that the headboard partially blocks light from the window and the bed could have actually benefitted from having a daybed styling effect, with a headboard type piece and pillows against the wall, especially since the tv was directly opposite the bed. Also, that would have allowed you to center the painting.

You did such a great amazing job with such a tiny awkward space! I'm shocked they allowed you to make so many permanent changes to the apartment! so beautiful! They delays and building furniture alone would have put tears in my eyes lol oh yea and thanks for taking the time to translate so much more enjoyable!

I was in awe watching this!! You have such a gift to transform small spaces ✨

You've done amazing work! You truly optimized the space while making it beautiful. From the smallest details like changing the hardware on the closet and the shiplap the bathroom, to the bigger design choices like the glass divider, every choice elevated the space but still was functional. This apartment was a challenge because of its size and you blew it out of the water! Very talented.

What a great transformation… THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR MAGNIFICENT WORK❤

Wow! I’m not sure how I stumbled upon your channel, but I’m so glad to have found you. This transformation was simply perfect! I absolutely loved every single thing you did! You love what you do and it truly shows…

Loved it! Most impressed with you doing everything yourself.

I love the glass wall separation that still allows the light to come through the entire space! Well done

I always remove my outlet covers and mask the outlet so I don’t have brush marks. Sanding the wall before painting will give you a very fine finish as well. Superb makeover, final product looks great!

Beautiful renovation! I love that you include your own artwork in your jobs. The mirrors were a game changer!

I love the passion that you have for design! The effort and energy you put in was amazing!!! I love how you set everything up! The small details of even the brass, or the painting! You’re honestly amazing!!!

This is so well done! Your editing is the perfect balance of lots of detail and great overall coverage. I didn’t have to stop, rewind to see something again. You nailed it! Lighting, and audio were great too. Thank you, I look forward to checking out your other content.

Absolutely beautiful. Everything about it is awesome. Especially LOVE the room divider. The BATHROOM IS unbelievably beautiful. I would have loved the shower door to look like the room divider have made the area too cramped looking so frameless was the best choice. I’ve gone nuts over that style & probably would overuse it! Lol. It’s not cute, it’s luxurious and beautiful. One would never dream it would take months of planning but design includes so much, like construction, planning and ordering everything people don’t think about. It is so very nice, and even though it’s small, it’s still homey & everything one needs to live comfortably without feeling like you’re in a hotel room. . Great job.

Beautiful makeover. You could still put a wall mounted tv on the wall next to the utility cart. That way you would have a lounge area to watch movies and when it’s not in use, you could load up artworks. I love the mirrored wall. Thank you 😊

You did such a good job incorporating dining, living and sleeping areas in such a small space! It's still looks airy and clean, love it.

This is a lovely space. I can imagine coming home to this place after a tiring work day and it would immediately lighten up my mood and I’d feel refreshed! Now, I’m excited for my condo unit’s makeover too! 🤩

am in a 350’ studio apt 🇨🇦 was supposed to view an apt same size / layout as this one (248’ ) ended up viewing the larger one and am so glad I did - a couple big IKEA pieces (closet & entertainment unit same size - placed back to back gives sense of bedroom on one side and living room on the other - also have office / library - galley kitchen - and wonderful balcony that provided so much joy during worst of pandemic - never felt claustrophobic - bathroom while compact is functional - and bldg has shared laundry facilities - after 25 yrs here and declining health concerns am rearranging things so I can “age in place” - thnx for so many great ideas in this video - much con’t success 🇨🇦🙏

I absolutely love what you did to this studio apartment. It has to be one of the best makeovers I've ever seen. Just found your channel yesterday, and now I'm a huge fan!

Wow.....Just AMAZING. Your detail to design, color, accents, space, durability and function, in such a small space, is truly AMAZING. You have shown no matter the size, width or layout, of a condo, studio or apartment, it can still be styled and designed, with a well, thought out plan, that is creative, functional and beautiful. Very inspiring.

Stunningly seamless redo -bravo! I am a minimalist and this knocked me off my feet. So into Scandinavian design movement, similar to this: functionality, minimalism & simplicity -you got this 3! Also Valkommen IKEA Phil's.

Your passion mirrors the amazing condo makeover. Love every inch of the space you have created. Simply beautiful and looks pretty cozy as well.

You are so very talented and have absolutely gorgeous taste. Please consider incorporating a Murphy bed on one of your projects. The amount of space that it would open up would be tremendous.

Those Hemnes shoe cabinets are great! I used another IKEA shoe cabinet similarly, changing the hardware for a customized look. They hold spray bottles, bathroom rolls, folded sheets, office supplies and many other items, providing a small but very usable horizontal surface.

Absolutely adore your design and how you manage to fit everything in a very tiny space and yet you were able to make a very cozy feel to it ......well done !!!!!!

This small place turned out so beautiful, elegant and stylish.

WOW! Absolutely beautiful! It's amazing how you were able to do so much in such a tiny space. You are so talented. I really enjoyed watching the transformation. I'm happy that I found your channel.

What a well put together video. You showed every “necessary” part of the reno. I must say, that I originally baulked at the 30mins! However, it was thoroughly worth my time and thus I have subscribed. Well done & Thank you. You are an “all-rounder” (painting, drilling, decorating) 😊 A rare find!

Wow I enjoyed every minute of this video! The results of this makeover is BEAUTIFUL!!!

Love, love the division of the bedroom. Totally looks like a different room beyond.

Simply gorgeous!!! You are amazing, I love the wall with mirrors gave an extra "space", and looks terrific.

I love watching you videos, your design aesthetic and that you utilize budget friendly decor! Can’t wait for more videos!

I love the way you showed all your setup, it is very helpful and makes me want to build a room like this

Im surely addicted to makeover videos, and have seen thousands so far. I swear putting my foot down, this was the most amazing one ever. ❤️

Thank you for sharing your experience and your process. This type of transformation is very interesting, especially when they are apartments with this type of architectural style. This video can serve as inspiration for many who find themselves making radical changes to their place. We are currently renovating all of our furniture and the first thing we bought is an LC3 Sofa from Manhattan Home Design. I'm taking notes about everything you mention in the video. Cheers!

I simply love the way you have done it! Brilliant way indeed for a minimal space interior concept look. 👍🏻😃

Love it! Commendable that you do the renovation work yourself. Bravo!

One of the best room dividers I've ever seen! I love this whole vibe- except the sofa not facing the TV.

As Designer myself, kudos to you. A very practical yet elegant makeover. The only change I'd suggest is moving the microwave to the middle shelf. The bottom one is not convenient and open to catching debris from the floor.

I really love your design. I just bought a 28sqm condo here in Cebu and I am planning to design it by myself. This video inspired me and gave me some ideas on how to make it look spacious and classy at the same time. I will be occupying it and have it rented in the future.

An amazing transformation! You are so talented and great in what you do, keep it up! 👏👏

wow ang galing. amazing. WOW

I am very impressed, dear friend, how simply and budget-wise you built your apartment with very good taste, thank you very much for the ideas and God grant such a husband to every woman. 👍

⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great job. Having said that, I use live in a tiny apartment similar to this one, & I decided to use a Murphy wall bed that I could close during the day to offer more space to utilize. Furthermore, the bathroom looks great, however, I would have used nice baskets on the shelves in order to put away the hair-dryer, make-up, toiletries, toilet paper etc. since the sink doesn't offer drawers.

New to your channel as I love watching makeovers and I want you to know you’re amazing! Good job! 👏🏼

The mirrored wall is stunning! It makes the place look and feel almost twice it's size. You gave given me some clever ideas. Thanks! 🥰💝💞

I'm a huge fan of your designs esp when you make your own art piece and actually hanging it in the space!!

I really like this kind of makeover videos, where you show before pictures and thoroughly explain what you've done to improve the space. Kudos! I believe you deserve more views and subscribers.

really love the studio make over. I 100% agree with the mirror method to make the unit look big and light colors to reflect the natural light, making the room brighter :) If i'm able to get my own studio unit, i'd follow this steps too.

Amazing. As usual you did a great job. You made great use of the space. It looks so much larger. Love the way you were able to provide separate living areas.

Ang ganda ng color. Maaliwalas.

This came out beautifully! 😍 Only thing I'd change, would be having the 1st 4 columns of the divider as mirrors & the rest, as is. Just a personal preference of liking my sleeping area more private, but there'd still be light coming thru at the top.

Congrats to your one-man job again. I'm so envious of how you do it all by yourself, with all your equipments, tools and all. May I just ask where you got those mirror tiles from? It would be of great use to the concept I have for my tiny apartment.

It’s nice to watch how your effort translates into a masterpiece. I hope to witness the magic first hand in my condo unit soon. God bless!

Absolutely breathtaking!!! Loved every minute of this!

Sooooooo Beautiful great job your style is gorgeous ty for sharing

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars for you. Your style is very consistent, but has subtle improvements. I enjoy watching your videos. I look forward seeing more contents from you 👍😉

the work, design and decors were amazing!! it looks bright, classy and homey

Was kicked out from Architecture but seems like I became more interested in interior designing; Your video is very aspiring. I never thought I'd ever cry by watching a passionate person do his job. Maybe I was overwhelmed since some words and jargons are familiar to me. Oh, the words of wisdom you say I can live my life with... Thank you so much!

Lovely! Did you consider facing the bed toward the window (instead of blocking a portion of it), to provide visual separation from the eating area, and better viewing angle of the TV?

This studio makeover is gorgeous and you are EPICALLY TALENTED - loved what you did and your presentation style - friendly, informative, full of ideas and you are so warm and engaging. I have of course subscribed. Can wait to see more of your work !!!

Amazing . I love it

All you need is a good window cleaning for the living room, but I love how you are able to use your hands to make that apartment your own. It looks amazing. Good luck to you.

This makeover is amazing! You achieved so much in a tiny space! Love the mirror wall and how defined the spaces are. I only wonder why there is no stove 😂

Wow amazing. Love the interior design di masakit sa mata

I love the clean lines and aesthetic of the apartment

TV is not in good location. It should be on the wall by the tables chairs dining. U can use the wall in the bedroom for PC office. U could have put more cabinet storage.

I could happily live in this apartment! Wonderful job!

Not sure how I ended up seeing your video, but I am so impressed with what you were able to accomplish in such a small space! Great job!

I really don't like Mid century Modern, but I have a hose with this style and what you have done here is exquisite. Your styling is a life-saver to me. Excellent job.

What an absolutely breathtaking transformation!!! I looooooove how you incorporated the mirrors to expand the unit!! Light comfy and airy indeed!

Excelent work!!! Congratulations! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

I love the glass wall partition!

Haven't seen window type a/c for ages. Good job! Very nice.

Great collection and well organized wonderful