Living in a studio apartment has its pros and cons. While living in one can help save you more on rent, it does not provide the same amount of privacy as one-bedroom apartments do. However, there are ways in which you can divide a studio apartment and still create your bedroom within it.
Studio living offers one of the cheapest rents for solo apartment hunters because it does not consume a lot of space. Unfortunately, living in studio apartments also mean that there is no division and distinction between rooms.
This may pose a problem for those who wish to invite their friends to their home without giving away too much of their private and personal life. Fortunately, though, there are certain ways in which you can divide a studio apartment into different rooms.
Apartment Therapy notes that before dividing the studio into multiple spaces, one should take note of zoning. This means that you need to think of defining which area would be designated for sleeping and which ones for cooking, eating, playing or studying.
The publication, however, states that there are cons to keep in mind when dividing a studio apartment into multiple rooms. Doing so may hinder natural light from entering the room and it may also cramp up a small space even more. Therefore, you should plan this carefully and thoughtfully.
Rent.com also listed several creative ways of dividing a studio apartment into multiple rooms.
One can make use of double-sided bookshelves to separate one space from another. Sheer curtains, folding screens and plants may also be used to create distinct spaces in-between areas at home without costing too much.
You may also paint one side with a completely different color to create a visual distinction between two different parts. You should, however, seek for your landlord's permission before doing anything to the studio apartment if you do not want to lose your security deposit.
