How has tiny space living been for you? , the wildly popular What’s a minor improvement you’ve made to your apartment that had a big impact? from 2 months before that, Given the small apartment sizes in nyc, what are your best tricks and tips for decorating/furnishing a small space? from 24 days before that and What things have you done to make the final months of a shitty apartment feel a little less terrible from 15 days before that have comments which should be helpful to you and links to similar questions. More on reddit.com

Estates sales and thrift stores. I usually do a pretty thorough sanatize/clean (leave it outside in the sun, clean all the surfaces, wash with warm water and laundry detergent, etc.) furnished our whole house like this. Quality of furniture is usually better than ikea too. More on reddit.com

It's been posted a number of times, but perhaps someone has yet to see it. Great ideas, but the price tag on the items is simply outrageous. More for the type of people who cram into highly over priced, over populated parts of cities in tiny apartments than those trying to stay debt free by going with a tiny home. In my space I went with Home Reserve for my couches. They have all sorts of order specific (you pick the type and style of furniture piece, then select from dozens of fabrics as to what you want it made from) furniture to fit all sorts of spaces. All their pieces include built in storage under the seats, and are shipped to you in pieces (a box of fabric/foam and another of the wood parts), so it is very easy to get them in a small space even with awkward entrances. I went with them because I searched ALL over trying to find small (under 68" long and under 50" long) couches that were leather or some dog fur compatible surface, and were in my price range. When looking at building these myself I would have a hard time just sourcing the fabric and wood for what they charge. The two couches and ottoman I received were very easy to put together, are very comfy, and seem well designed. I love the storage under as well! I enjoy the pieces even more knowing they were made in the US by fairly paid workers and have a lower carbon footprint than ones shipped from overseas. More on reddit.com

Too many pieces can make a small space look smaller/cluttered. I lived in a studio before too, it can be hard to design for. What I would try to do is find furniture that can do double duty. Like a daybed that can double as a sofa. A fold away desk that you could also use as a bar. (I have one and love it!) A storage ottoman that could double as a coffee table or extra seating. Hope this helps! More on reddit.com