NEVER TOO SMALL: Architect’s Colourful 50’s Small Apartment Italy 39sqm/429sqft

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Untouched since its construction in the 1950’s, Luini, a once poorly organised small apartment located in central Turin in Northern Italy has been redesigned from the ground up by architect and owner Davide Minervini turning into a colourful and practical home. Minervini flipped the living and sleeping areas, completely reconfiguring the layout to make more efficient use of space and to better suit his lifestyle needs. Adding creature comforts not usually present in small spaces like a home for his PS4, a substantial work from home area, an expanded bathroom, a small laundry and even a walk-in wardrobe. With the new kitchen cleverly hidden by recessed folding doors and custom built-in furniture added throughout, Luini captures the comfort of a larger home in a much smaller footprint.
#smallapartment #architecture #interiordesign
Project Name: Luini
Designer: www.dmarchitect.it/
Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee
Director/Camera Operator: Alessandro Carpentiero
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Editor: Yasmin Bright & Jess Ruasol
Music: Carry on by Risian

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@unidentifieduser Жыл бұрын

i hope you start showing a version of these apartments at night! it would be interesting to see how those lighting look at night

@Rubiecat Жыл бұрын

yes I would have loved to see a shot of that triangle light while it's on

@Yasmin-yf1dq Жыл бұрын

Omg yes! Such a great idea!

@user-vm9oj4fd1p Жыл бұрын

omg yess especially the ones that have the "lightbox" room feature

@el_micha Жыл бұрын

+1 from me. great idea!

@Kitiara31 Жыл бұрын

Bravo, finally a non-white house with realistic spaces in which to live comfortably without having to be a Zen monk . Excellent distribution of space, absolutely functional! I appreciate that it was done in a suburban neighborhood like Madonna di Campagna and not in the city center. A great way to make large areas of the city, which are currently snubbed if not forgotten, more appealing. Davide Minervini, mi segno il tuo nome se mai cambierò casa a Torino !

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

Ti aspetto allora

@DD-d6d3 Жыл бұрын

@@davideminervini8406 you're very talented!

@ilmattoh Жыл бұрын

@@davideminervini8406 Complimenti, appartamento stupendo e uno dei più belli visti sul canale!

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

@@ilmattoh Grazie, fa sempre piacere quando il proprio lavoro riceve un po’ di riconoscimento

@gb4697 Жыл бұрын

@@ilmattoh sono d'accordo ;)

@kaisquared3867 Жыл бұрын

This has got to be one of my favourite Never Too Small features yet! Sustainable yet spacious, minimalistic but practical. It seems easy to live in and highly functional without a lot of the shortcomings of other small spaces. I would love to see apartments like this popping up all over the globe- they'd be the perfect addition to almost any city, for students, independent adults, and more.

@jerrysimas2040 Жыл бұрын

I have really been enjoying "Never too Small," and I must say that this is one of the most innovative and beautiful designs. Very well done. The flow from space to space is so organic and the custom-built storage spaces, kitchen, use of colors, and cabinetry are as good one could hope for.

@BH.22. Жыл бұрын

I do have to agree, thought the same! Very inspiring. Not the fanciest but imho still one of the gems on NeverToSmall. A good example on how to transform a small appartment in an lifeable, authentic and not too fancy and luxurey space. Well done.

@Wa-wk6qk Жыл бұрын

You think this is one of the most innovative designs? It’s s regular apartment with a stow-away kitchen. Guess you haven’t checked other videos yet......

@BH.22. Жыл бұрын

@@Wa-wk6qk Most of the apartments are super chic, eye-catching, and perfect for Instagram, but they don't represent any real-life application or real-world use. This space is refreshingly quiet and understated, it serves the owners/residents, not the other way around. BTW Nobody has declared anything as innovative. A folding bed that needs to be folded up daily to use the space for other purposes like eating working or a completly mirrored appartment that you have to clean every week, looks good but is simply not practical in everyday life. ... nor is it innovative aswell. What's your opinion? What's realy innovative? Does a flat needs to be innovative and where?

@TheEmzies Жыл бұрын

As an ex-cleaner, I love the consideration of design that makes a space easier to clean.

@Fazzrito 11 ай бұрын

- Very poor condition.. It's immediately obvious that the dude lives in a pink world and has never seen a real very poor condition

@MTMF.london 5 ай бұрын

@@Fazzrito Could you eleborate on that? Not really obvious what you are trying to say.

@avengerwidow9 Жыл бұрын

i really like the design choices he made; the apartment looks way bigger than it really is! also, that walk-in closet is such a treat, i'm glad that he didn't have to sacrifice a lot of space for it.

@SF-ru3lp Жыл бұрын

Bi-fold pocket doors for the kitchen pod - perfect for function and light when preparing food. Beautifully re-designed and styled. A pleasure to see. Thank you. G Ire

@kapss6719 Жыл бұрын

Was there a refrigerator in the kitchen?

@businessasusual9077 Жыл бұрын

@@kapss6719 yes you can see it when they open all the doors…. It’s situated on the right side of the kitchen pod

@kapss6719 Жыл бұрын

@@businessasusual9077 oh right didn't notice that. Thanks

@michelestapleton Жыл бұрын

Those doors are fantastic.

@almostremembered Жыл бұрын

Such a cool feature. Would love for him to add a fold out "counter" onto the doors for more prep space. Always an option, though don't might need a bigger pocket. I'm sure you can get pretty creative and make it work, though.

@natalieziegler Жыл бұрын

Genius, this young architect knows what he's doing! Perfect use of space, delicious and simple design, loved the cabinetry, the ceiling lamp which he designed. Well done!

@jessicaw7350 Жыл бұрын

I know, I want that lamp!!

@umarfaruk4813 Жыл бұрын

couldn't agree more, I love the colour of the bedroom

@raerae734 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful and I adore all the thoughtful small touches - things like the desk that lifts for ease of cleaning, the kitchen doors that tuck away, or turning an unusable space into a utilities cabinet but with a door that still lets light in. And I love a small functional entry way with space to keep shoes, I hate feeling like there's no divide between the public hallway and personal space, or needing to traipse all the way through an apartment just to store shoes. These are small details that make an enormous difference to the livability of the space.

@B__C__ Жыл бұрын

The recessed folding doors around the kitchen space, the custom lighting, the use of colors, and the storage spaces are all beautifully done. One of the best, most-practical and livable city apartment redesigns in the last 101 episodes! Cheers to all involved.

@Nyx773 Жыл бұрын

Very well done. It makes so much more sense to have the balcony off of the living area instead of the bedroom. Request for future videos: Descriptions of how the plumbing was moved. I can only imagine that was 1/2 the budget.

@levileal8235 Жыл бұрын

One of, if not, the best project that has ever appeared on this channel. Simply sensational. Aesthetic but functional. It really feels like a house where someone lives, unlike some projects that look like they were made for a magazine, with no personality whatsoever.

@TheMaryWriter Жыл бұрын

Hands down, one of the most beautiful, practical, and innovative designs we've seen yet. I think this is my favorite. The custom shelving is so beautiful and that blue paint makes me so happy.

@tr_g Жыл бұрын

Every kitchen is a small open living apartment should be done like this. And this is another great example of how the light is stolen from another room. Milky glass does attract MORE light. Well done!

@DavidTDL Жыл бұрын

Wow, this is definitely the prettiest and most functional, down to earth NTS project I've seen! I love it.

@NinoKurdiani 7 ай бұрын

There are many beautiful apartments, but very few are as functional as this one. A young architect knows his job. Simple and wonderful.

@23gps Жыл бұрын

An exemplary design that looks livable without compromises, perfectly executed and clever use of colour. What a talented architect! Thanks for showing us his work.

@RamielLemon Жыл бұрын

Would've loved to have seen that triangle dining room light turned on to see the effect

@TamaraJoy7 Жыл бұрын

I really love the colours and inbuilt cabinets . So much storage! The black ceiling really works as the ceilings are high and instead of making the room feel smaller, it almost makes the ceiling disappear! The blue bedroom walls make my heart sing! Wow! The kitchen is also extremely well designed and I loved the kitchen sliding pocket doors. This is a super special small home design!

@cikkali7582 Жыл бұрын

This apartment is simply amazing. Thinking that an old, disfunctional Italian apartment has been transformed to look THIS good is really mind-blowing. Love everything about it, from the colours to the furniture you used to how the space was rearranged. Complimenti, finalmente vedo degli accorgimenti sensati e a prova di quello che un italiano potrebbe cercare in una tiny house 👌🏻✨

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

Grazie fa sempre piacere vedere il proprio lavoro ricevere un po’ di riconoscimento. Lo scopo del progetto era proprio dimostrare cosa si potesse fare rispettando comunque tutti gli standard i regolamenti e le buone abitudini dell’abitare in Italia

@emohyou Жыл бұрын

You can just HEAR his enthusiasm - it’s contagious. I love this apartment and it is one I could definitely see myself living in. Beautifully done 👏🏻

@madhura2940 Жыл бұрын

The blue walls of the bedroom are amazing 😍

@krzysztofopieka6274 Жыл бұрын

Yeah. If I only could get RAL of this colour.

@AntoniaMarcella Жыл бұрын

I love all never too small videos especially ones that change the floor plans and move kitchens and bathrooms around. What I would find so helpful is if you were able to start also showing timelines for how long projects took and estimated costs of the project.

@blessyfrancis6029 Жыл бұрын

This is, by far, one of my favorite designs. I can see myself living in it. I was never fascinated by big spaces and it amazes me how much small spaces can actually accommodate.

@OrendaDesignStudio Жыл бұрын

Amazing space management. ❤❤❤❤

@Fickle-Gamer Жыл бұрын

My favourite one so far!

@samanthashih9358 Жыл бұрын

This is my favourite design so far on this whole channel!

@arlenehutchinson9259 Жыл бұрын

When someone thinks about how to clean the windows before they complete the design...THEY ARE A DESIGNER 🙌🏾💯 Beautiful and well executed space plan. I've seen a folding kitchen before but never one completed so well the complete disappearance of the doors was pure MAGIC ✨ ❤️🙌🏾 RESPECT. I would only consider changing the colour of the window frame in the bedroom maybe a deeper shade of the blue 🔵 and a leather headboard for the win.

@atcolombini Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is one of the best uses of space, both the bedroom and the living are HUGE in such a small space, with a very big desk to WFH and even a place for gaming equipment. Awesome! Might be my favourite so far.

@amysill3815 Жыл бұрын

This one’s a gem. So clever with consideration to every detail. Bravo!

@bf9436 Жыл бұрын

I love that you can close off the kitchen! That's awesome!

@melissakenealy8868 Жыл бұрын

This is just stunning. Lots of thought has been put into making this place beautiful and functional. Many small homes look uncomfortable but this is very different. There is a pantry, a sofa that you could spend hours reading a book on, a walk in wardrobe and a desk that you can actually spread your stuff out on. And the blue on the splashback and bedroom walls is just divine!

@tuppence937 Жыл бұрын

An interesting custom made triangular light in the dining area. I like both the appearance and the functionality of the convertible dining table. Clever built in storage throughout this apartment.

@ilposto7489 Жыл бұрын

🇮🇹From an Italian living in Italy I leave you some interesting information: in Italy the law provides that the house is at least 28sqm per person and 38sqm for 2 people with a bedroom of at least 9sqm per person and 14sqm for 2 people.🇮🇹

@danamurray2542 Жыл бұрын

This is one of my favourite small apartments. It's bright, functional, fun, yet calm. Well done.

@drdf7500 Жыл бұрын

I love this apartment! I prefer when kitchens are hidden when not in use. Swapping the two rooms was also great - I think a balcony in the living space is better than in the bedroom. The translucent partition in the bathroom is a really clever idea, and so is the bar-style desk in the bedroom. I am not surprised that the architect used color so well - I believe Italians are not only great architects in general, but they are exceptionally good with color. Great job!

@zlatan_2197 Жыл бұрын

I love how enthusiastic he sounds when talking about certain design ideas. It's really ingenious apartment, and it feels much bigger than it is. It really shows how clever design can maximise functionality of any given space.

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! too kind

@jennieanderson5291 Жыл бұрын

Of all the spaces I have seen on this channel, this one may be my favorite. The contrast of blue and fresh white and oak...the lovely functionality of the kitchen...the airiness of the rooms...the wonderful built-ins with their variety of sizes, colors and textures...and that one oak drawer in the kitchen. It's all glorious. I could definitely live in a space like this.

@ccdecker Жыл бұрын

I love seeing these actual homes that full-time residents live in with a normal amount of stuff like clothing and books. So glad to see less stunt architecture that's only fit to live in for a one night AirBNB stay.

@oleung330 Жыл бұрын

I love the thoughtfulness of maximizing all the space in the apartment-both vertically and even the awkward spots like behind the toilet area. Also, added bonus points for also including a decent TV too! Seems like if the designer/owner owns a console... the TV is a guarantee 😁

@aesaphyr Жыл бұрын

I've been following the channel for a long time and this is one of my favourite ever designs for a space of this size. All the decisions made are so practical and really make the space feel like a home rather than a project. I would love to have a home like this.

@MisterLooKass Жыл бұрын

My favourite so far. I had to stop and pause and marvel at the above-sink storage for plates and things - drying rack and storage in one. Genius. Every washing up issue I've ever had solved.

@sharonsage2347 Жыл бұрын

This is actually the default arrangement in just about every Italian kitchen I've ever seen - and I've been living in Italy for 50 years. What I don't understand is why Americsn kitchen designers haven't begun using this arrangement long ago.

@nunziapiacenti2775 Жыл бұрын

La razionalizzazione e fruibilità dello spazio sono la chiave magica che hanno reso questo progetto notevolissimo. Complimenti per il gusto anche nella scelta dei colori e dei materiali. Bravissimo.👏

@bunnyrabbitgirl Жыл бұрын

Great design! Love watching architects own small spaces, they really create something amazingly functional and beautiful!

@MarieMgt. Жыл бұрын

The kitchen's doors that can be hiden as well as the desk that can be removed to access the window are such bright ideas.

@Discerning_Viewer Жыл бұрын

The little things make this work -- inset wood in the living room with ONE kitchen drawer in wood. The blue is a bit strident but it works. LOVE the gallery wall above the bed. Very inspirational!

@Nath_CM Жыл бұрын

The bedroom is absolutely beautiful... The light through the apartment and the blue color are also incredible

@MollyPorter Жыл бұрын

Finally, a design that understands the importance of the sofa and TV combo!

@jninog Жыл бұрын

Even though he’s made the space look bigger, I am co fused by the configuration of the living area. I’d never put a sofa having the only source of natural light behind. It closes the space by looking at a wall. It has enough space to place the kitchen on that wall, then you have the rest for a bigger sofa and storage solutions. Just my preference.

@lunaenter4042 Жыл бұрын

I love the kitchen. Open when you want to use it, close when you don't want to use it.

@lunatickgeo Жыл бұрын

Excellent, excellent design! as much as I love clever, out-there ideas, this achieved so much by just rearranging space and dedicating space to things exactly. I love it, possibly my current favorite. It pleases both my need for simplicity, elegeant solutions to space problems, and aesthetics.

@aliciabarua3245 Жыл бұрын

One of My favorite small apartment. It has a healthy storage space, like the accent colors, great job!

@weston.weston Жыл бұрын

I REALLY like the blue walls in the bedroom and the long desk.

@colleenbrown3366 Жыл бұрын

The space, so small with so much white surface, still looks so warm and cozy. So many wonderful ideas, thank you!

@deegee.m Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite one so far. I love the use of space and the blue accents. The apartment looks way bigger than it really is! So much storage space too!

@kittr0n89 Жыл бұрын

A beautiful small and liveable apartment in beautiful Torino. Always love the European renovations as they have such enormous height to play with, height really lends itself to making tiny spaces mighty!

@rafiakhan6080 Жыл бұрын

Very functional and elegant space he has created

@oceanwonders Жыл бұрын

I LOVE IT. Can't believe how high-end it looks for a small apartment. The finishes and the little details, I think, are what make it seem so fancy. Only thing is I prefer the living room near the window rather than the kitchen.

@ej3016 5 ай бұрын

you might not be watching television until after sunset depending on which direction the apartment faces - my apt faces north 🇨🇦 from April thru Oct can’t watch tv or work at my desktop from 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm as sun full on - I’m in a late 1960’s studio apt with too few outlets for today’s needs so things go where they have to not necessarily where I’d like them to - that said - I love my ninth floor north balcony sliding doors view no matter what time of day or what time of year - will be getting rid of my computer / television soon - after 25 yrs I’ll finally be able to enjoy meals in “a room with a view” 🤭😉 thnx for sharing 🇨🇦🙏

@ivandiaz5566 Жыл бұрын

I like the use of colors in this apartament. The bright blue and the dramatic ceiling is fantatic. For the kitchen I prefer the open concept ( the kitchen is beautiful). An extraordinary example of a small space very well develop.

@orla99913 Жыл бұрын

That desk that folds up so he can easily get to the window - so simple but so clever.

@lars_vs Жыл бұрын

This man wasn’t lying when he said he wanted to use all possible space. And the place looks great, too. Well done!

@Onward1969 Жыл бұрын

There is really well thought out. Colour, materials, layout. I would hire this guy. Well done. Now I just need to have a place in Italy.

@sumedhshastry2062 Жыл бұрын

Loved the way he explained every detail with clarity. And loved what he's done with the space. "Never too small" videos are inspiring to do so much in a limited space and be creative to give a personal touch.

@jeykobsobrado Жыл бұрын

I have seen some videos in this channel and other, but definitive this architect's Design is now in my top 10

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@melindadouglas1673 Жыл бұрын

The creative design for this small space is brilliant! I wouldn’t change a thing. Thoughtful detail in every space make this a comfortable, beautiful place to live. Well done!

@yoly_dyn_mdn Жыл бұрын

Pretty beautiful, I love the white and wood! 👍😊

@magdalena4153 Жыл бұрын

and where's the fridge? :)

@maritsaappollis7966 Жыл бұрын

Great apartment! This designer knows his stuff! Such great use of space, clever solutions, practical and really liveable, yet also beautiful to look at. I love all the custom touches and flexibility. Great job!!

@brooklynbauer8013 Жыл бұрын

I love this designer! Play and functionality are important to me too!

@jenzz6841 Жыл бұрын

Really clever, comfortable and functional. This has to be one of my favourite Never Too Small videos! This is the sort of inspiring content I follow this channel for.

@zenmaster24 Жыл бұрын

love this - absolutely excellent use of space.

@nyoungsunnie Жыл бұрын

우와 이 채널에서 본 것들 중에 가장 맘에 듦.... 특히 침실-책상, 주방-식탁, 화장실까지 모두 자연광이 충분히 들어올 수 있게 배치한 것, 현관의 작은 수납공간부터, 거실의 벽면수납선반들, 침실의 충분한 옷 수납 등등 작은 공간임에도 수납공간이 충분해서 좋음

@didepux251 Жыл бұрын

Very talented architect. Bravo, complimenti. Love everything about this space

@marier4414 Жыл бұрын

Even though I'm not sure about the black ceiling (I feel like it reduces the size of the appartment), I'm in love with the design!

@FreeBeerForSkinheads Жыл бұрын

I'm from Turin and I'm really proud to see such a beautiful apartment from my home town on this channel. This guy make a really good job...love it!!

@Amor_fati.Memento_Mori Жыл бұрын

This is my favourite video from this channel. Dear Architect, You're a genius!

@aleksaskela25 Жыл бұрын

Not the biggest fan of this aesthetic or solution, but the presentation is soo artfully done, Never Too Small has perfected their style!

@marcofamaonline Жыл бұрын

Can’t believe I’ve lived 2km max away from this stunning new one. Bravo and a huge congratulations for being featured on one my most watched channels ever! Complimenti!

@nazapadu02 Жыл бұрын

amazing, looks so comfortable and liveable.

@bradderousse3440 Жыл бұрын

This was turned into a very functional and pleasing apartment. I like that the living/kitchen area now leads to the balcony. I like that a lot better than just having the bedroom leading to the balcony. I also love the paint and tile choices.

@deboragiordani Жыл бұрын

Questo progetto è ME-RA-VI-GLIO-SO e super ispirante, complimenti!!!!!

@davideminervini8406 Жыл бұрын

troppo buona

@deboragiordani Жыл бұрын

@@davideminervini8406 sul serio, mi hai girato la giornata, grazie 🙏🏻 Se può far piacere, la mia personale top 3 del progetto è: 3. La porta a vetri in bagno per far passare la luce - senso pratico puro 2. La cucina chiudibile - quella parete ha una linearità splendida 1. Il mobile obliquo dell'entrata con risultato tipo "nudging" verso la stanza - geniale ed elegante La tua top 3? 😁

@10MinuteWorkshop Жыл бұрын

I think this is one of the most liveable small spaces you’ve featured. Excellent use of colour, composition and custom cabinetry. 👌👍

@bjt1956 Жыл бұрын

39sqm? What an amazing result! The video makes it feel twice the size. Kudos on this wonderful design.

@rdp919 Жыл бұрын

This has to be one of my new favorites. Such a smart but simple use of space and function. Gave me a lot of inspiration!

@lisawaters2585 Жыл бұрын

I love this apartment! Fantastic use of space.

@alcon9026 Жыл бұрын

Finally, a proper, comfortable sofa. Such a rare thing in NTS

@brianwang4828 Жыл бұрын

i like the kitchen folding door.

@leochow6477 Жыл бұрын

I love this one. It's really well designed.

@garrettbrown301 Жыл бұрын

As soon as he said PS4, I knew I liked this guy

@viscontialice Жыл бұрын

As an Italian, I am familiar with the old apartments of those years; the architect has been very smart in changing the layout and making the most out of mere 39 sqm! Accomodating as many as fourteen guests for Christman is really something. The black tiles in the bathroom are very elegant. I would have just chosen a different colour for the bedroom; overall, a remarkable achievement of a young architect.

@Moncriefs Жыл бұрын

This had to be the best layout by sqft ratio I've seen on here. Good job man!!

@Davao420 Жыл бұрын

this was well-designed. It's has everything you need with no compromises. There's even a walk in closet. well-done!

@shiftit6133 Жыл бұрын

This apartment is so we'll done!!! And it makes me happy that it is from Turin! I have been to this city for 3 months this spring; such a nice place to live!

@almaalcaraz7083 Жыл бұрын

I like the black wall and wood element of the bathroom. I'm probably not into the modern "clinical" interior. But I appreciate how the designer made the most of the space, especially the closet.

@darrenchin_ Жыл бұрын

this guy knows what he's doing 👍🏼

@bastelkiste2242 Жыл бұрын

This apartment has everything you could possibly need. I especially like the repetitive blue wall colour and the walk in closet!

@artxlife7236 Жыл бұрын

Loving the intense colors contrasted with the bright white alongside the clever custom lighting and that amazing window in the bathroom.

@sinsayne_5137 Жыл бұрын

wow i feel like this is the first time i’ve ever seen a tv in one of these homes

@aletoro58 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting, perfect use of space, plenty of storage, wonderful colours pairing and very cozy. I'm also very proud to watch such a stunning work in my town. Bravissimo!