This Cozy Studio Apartment Makeover Took Just 3 Days (and $1,300)

"The furniture is a mix of old and new. The goal was to make the space feel more sophisticated on a shoestring budget, and this involved a lot of hunting on Facebook Marketplace. Drew found plenty of deals on secondhand furniture, including two burnt orange leather couches for $600, a petite curved coffee table for $80, a mid-century modern dresser for $300, and the unique floor lamp for $125."

"In fact, Drew says the only items that were purchased new for the space were the orange IKEA lamp, the red IKEA lamp, and some $25 IKEA curtains that are the appropriate length. The pendant helps create a distinct zone in the studio, as do some of the other furniture finds and DIYs in the space. Striped fabric gives secondhand chairs a new lease on life. In addition to the pop-of-color pendant in the dining area, there's a bistro table from World Market (bought secondhand)"

The studio arrived painted white, providing a blank slate where art and unique furnishings could stand out. Original beams and a window offered beauty but little guidance, while too-short curtains made the room feel shorter. Trevor’s furniture consisted of mismatched hand-me-downs, and some pieces were sold to make room for new selections. The design goal focused on sophistication on a shoestring budget achieved largely through Facebook Marketplace finds. Only a few items were bought new—two IKEA lamps and $25 IKEA curtains. Strategic accents like a pendant, reupholstered striped chairs, and a secondhand bistro table defined zones and elevated the space.

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