RL Tips: How to Create Two Functioning Areas in One Space

Believe it or not, you can have an office space, a bedroom, a dining area, a living room, a kitchen, a laundry area, and even a guest room in a small studio apartment. While others are settling for the bare minimum their space allows—a couple of creative ideas can give you a comfortable and very functional home. The trick is simple: transform one area into a double duty space to make the most of your house.

Photos used in this feature by Jun Pinzon, Toto Labrador, Miguel Nacianceno, and Paolo Feliciano.