{"id":663,"date":"2019-11-13T13:22:43","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T21:22:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apartmentsbstg.wpengine.com\/?p=663"},"modified":"2021-11-18T12:03:46","modified_gmt":"2021-11-18T20:03:46","slug":"what-is-a-studio-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.irvinecompanyapartments.com\/what-is-a-studio-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Studio Apartment?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sometimes, a little goes a long way. That\u2019s a studio apartment, which serves as an affordable, modern floor plan for renters across the country. Here\u2019s what you should know as you\u2019re searching for your slice of urban paradise.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Studio Apartment?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Found mostly in big cities and other high-density areas, studio apartments come equipped with a single space that houses a bedroom, living room, dining room and kitchen all in one open-concept living area. The bathroom is the ultimate exception, by law, as it\u2019s required to be separated from the rest of the apartment by a wall and door.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Free Range vs. Fixed Space<\/b><\/h3>\n

Normally, the only \u201cfixed\u201d area of a studio\u00a0apartment \u2013 other than a bathroom and laundry hookups \u2013 is the kitchen, which may be separated from the main living and sleeping areas via an island or bar. In some cases, modern studios are incorporating galley kitchens, which offer a more spacious, sophisticated vibe to the unit. Tenants are then free to arrange the rest of the apartment according to their needs and preferences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Who\u2019s Looking for a Studio Apartment?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Studio apartments tend to be a popular choice among young singles who are just starting out and want a simple, <\/span>affordable place<\/span><\/a> where they can live independently.\u00a0To these individuals, studio apartments have the advantage of being relatively inexpensive to furnish.\u00a0In most apartment communities, you\u2019ll also find that studio apartments are the cheapest units, depending on the local area\u2019s demand.<\/span><\/p>\n

Professionals who spend a lot of time traveling, work long hours or prefer to spend their evenings out may also find that studio apartments meet all their living needs for a minimal expense. While they may be small in size, many studio apartments come with modern furnishings and a minimalist edge.<\/span><\/p>\n

Decorating Your Studio Apartment<\/b><\/h3>\n

Because studio apartments are so compact, efficiency is the key to furnishing this floor plan.\u00a0Depending on the square footage available, a queen-size bed, chest of drawers, love seat,\u00a0coffee table,\u00a0bookshelf, desk and dinette set may be all\u00a0the pieces\u00a0you need to move in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If this leaves little space to move around, consider eliminating the full-size bed and investing in a high-quality sleeper-sofa that you can open up at night and then close in the morning. There are also\u00a0modern variations of the classic Murphy Bed\u00a0available \u2013 the bed invented specifically for this kind of compact living. The\u00a0frame and mattress\u00a0are hinged to the wall and raised at will, thus saving space.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a laptop computer with a Wi-Fi connection can eliminate the need for a desk, so your dining table can then double as your workstation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Divide and Conquer<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you have a large studio apartment (500 square feet or larger), you may consider separating certain areas using curtains, dividers, screens or even moveable walls, which are available at larger home furnishing stores.\u00a0In smaller units, however, too many dividers can have the opposite effect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes, it\u2019s more efficient and comfortable to live in a single, contiguous space than to turn your apartment into a maze-like series of tight cubbyholes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Should You Prioritize Size?<\/b><\/h3>\n

In the end, apartment shopping is all about priorities. What\u2019s most important to you? Location? Size? Affordability? A studio apartment may be right if you\u2019re looking for an affordable way to live near the city center.<\/span><\/p>\n

Studio apartments are available for rent in many Irvine Company communities throughout Southern California \u2014 including <\/span>Los Angeles<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Orange County<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>San Diego<\/span><\/a> \u2212<\/span> as well as <\/span>Northern California<\/span><\/a>. It\u2019s time to <\/span>find a studio apartment<\/span><\/a> that meets your expectations now.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Search California Apartments<\/span><\/a>\n

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