This 500 square foot East Village studio apartment by Jordan Parnass Digital Architecture (JPDA) functions as both a residence and home office. The design features seamless millwork that conceals storage throughout, creating a clean, minimalist aesthetic. A bedroom loft sits above a walk-in closet, while stairs double as drawers for clothing storage.
Design Details
- Size: 500 square feet
- Location: East Village, New York
- Designer: Jordan Parnass Digital Architecture (JPDA)
- Design Team: Darrick Borowski, Danny Orenstein
- Millwork: New York Construction
- Contractor: Supreme General Contracting
- Fixtures: AF New York
- Use: Live/work studio
- Features: Loft bedroom, walk-in closet below, stair storage, pine interior
Loft Bedroom Above Walk-In Closet
Photos by Frank Ouderman and Sean Karns via JPDA
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While tiny houses under 400 square feet work well for individuals and couples, families with children typically need more space. Small house living for families generally falls in the 400 to 1200 square foot range, depending on family size. The motivations remain the same: cost savings, simplified lifestyle, low maintenance, and freedom to pursue other goals like travel or entrepreneurship.
Family Small House Considerations
- Solo/Couple: Under 400 SF (tiny house range)
- Small Family: 400-800 SF
- Larger Family: 800-1200 SF
- Common Motivations: Cost savings, debt reduction, simplified lifestyle
- Benefits: Lower maintenance, reduced expenses, more family time
- Considerations: Privacy needs, storage for multiple people, shared spaces
Family in Small Living Space
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