He Made a 350 Sq Ft Ottawa Studio Apartment Feel Vintage Using IKEA and Mid-Century Modern Finds

Check out Pair Eyewear here https://paireyewear.yt.link/MTMD4X4 and use our code ARTOFINTERIORSGIFT15 for a free gift with purchase! Thank you Pair for sponsoring this video! Today, we tour Jake’s 350 sq ft studio apartment in Ottawa, a masterclass in blending accessible design with vintage 70s soul. Over the last decade, Jake has continuously evolved his small footprint into a warm, intentional space built specifically for hosting and entertaining. By mixing bold terracotta and moody dark green paint, Facebook Marketplace mid-century finds, and pieces from the highly sought-after IKEA Stockholm 2025 line, he has created a cozy environment that feels like a curated speakeasy. The standout feature is a restored mid-century Malm-style fireplace that anchors the living area with a warm, space-age glow. From custom DIY oak shelving and an eclectic gallery wall to a functional galley kitchen that hides the mess while cooking for friends, Jake proves that you don't need massive square footage or a huge budget to build an incredibly stylish and welcoming home. 🛋️ BE FEATURED ON THE CHANNEL: Do you have a space you want to share? Submit it here: https://tally.so/r/w7vWd9 📱 FOLLOW THE ART OF INTERIORS: https://www.instagram.com/taoi.ca/ https://www.tiktok.com/@theartofinteriors Website: https://taoi.ca Business Inquiries: hello@taoi.ca CONNECT WITH JAKE: https://www.instagram.com/jake_sammon/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jake_sammon 🎬 IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome to Jake’s 350 sq ft Ottawa studio 00:26 Clever entryway storage and easy design tips 01:04 Studio bed placement, deep storage, and a DIY headboard mural 04:09 Finding and restoring a vintage 70s mid-century fireplace 08:38 Designing a 70s-inspired gallery wall with vintage frames and prints 11:14 Integrating the IKEA Stockholm 2025 line: brown velvet sofa and glass coffee table 13:08 Diffusing natural light, vintage footstools, and the vintage IKEA GYRT chair 18:37 Vintage teak bar cart, space-age record player, and curated lower shelves 20:42 Eclectic styling and building custom DIY oak wall shelving 24:30 Mid-century walnut credenza and scoring a Samsung Frame TV 27:52 Woven IKEA floor lamp and vintage teak drop-leaf dining table 30:46 The moody galley kitchen: Terracotta paint and cohesive open shelving 34:16 Creating a home office nook and a moody dark green washroom 35:01 Reflecting on 10 years, rebuilding after a flood, and designing for hosting 38:44 Outro In this small apartment tour, we explore how Jake transformed a 350 sq ft studio apartment into a cozy, 70s-inspired lounge. If you are searching for studio apartment layout ideas, how to style IKEA furniture to look vintage, mid-century modern interior design, tips for hosting in small spaces, or DIY home projects, Jake’s home shows how intentional design and a warm color palette can make any space feel deeply personal and inviting. #studioapartment #interiordesign #70sdesign #ikea #hometour #midcenturymodern #theartofinteriors #PairPartner @paireyewear