At first, life in a micro flat may have seem like something of a hellish experience. There’s little space (hence the term ‘micro’), and thus compromises need to be made in many areas; how many guests can visit or stay over, how much room you have during your downtime, etc. Alternatively, you’d find that renting out such a space is a lot cheaper than a standard flat.
Of course, micro-homes have been touted as the future accommodation for young singles, which shows that there must be something appealing about them! It is possible to enjoy the perks of living in such a smaller space if you’re economical with how you utilise it.
Consequently, here’s how to live well in a micro apartment.
Bike Rack Furniture
If you’re living in the city, chances are you maybe cycling to your work and social engagements instead of taking a car. After all, there’s traffic to endure and pollution to wrestle with, making the experience far from convenient. That said, storing your bike awkwardly indoors can be bothersome too, whether it’s in your flat or rested in the hallway.
However, bike rack furniture is where design and function merge into one perfect combination. They work best with a folded, lightweight bike from a company like Brompton, which can be easily slotted into the backs of specially made furniture for storage. Convenient, right? Gone are the days of tripping up over your own bike or worryingly leaving them out in the hall – instead it can be tucked neatly away without taking up wall or closet space.
Transforming Beds
Who knew beds could transform into being so swiftly and effortlessly? For example, The Tango Sectional bed is made possible by being folded out from a wall and over a section of the nearby sofa. If the wall includes a shelf, you simply need to remove the four of five items you have placed on there, and before you know it, you have the underside of your bed!
Headboards and integrated side tables can also be included, further adding nuance to what many mistakenly see as a ‘barebones situation’ with a fold out bed. This shows just how much potential there is for customisation in such a small space, adding different infections to the experience as time goes on. In the end, transforming beds save space and use it economically when needed.
The Transforming Table
However, it’s not only the beds that are adaptable or rife with customisation opportunities. In some micro flats the tables can be transformed too. For example, a simple coffee table can be extended into a full dining table when guests arrive, and then reverted to a smaller piece of furniture when you’re alone to give you space. This doesn’t only extend the width but adds height too for a more comfortable dining experience.
Additionally, there’s also the ‘wally’ table, which like the bed is stored inside the wall. One light touch and it folds out for your use. Once down, you’ll find some shelving space inside the groove it left behind, meaning you can store small decorations or even some salt and pepper inside!