In exploring inspirational homes under 50 square metres, we’re going to submerge in two very different stylistic approaches. Our first apartment tour is a highly decorative neoclassical interior, revelling in the frills of classical boiserie, curious sculptural art, custom metalwork panels & doors and luxe marble statement walls. In stark contrast, the second half of our study takes place in a home design that is sprung from a minimalist mindset. Furniture is sparse, leaving negative space to say more than the sum of contents, and storage is a hidden commodity. Follow along to the end of each apartment tour to see the detailed floor plan.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)
Visualizer: Artimitro Interiors  

Decorative boiserie bestows classical elegance upon our first inspirational home interior, which measures in at 48 square metres.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

White paintwork and glass surfaces help reflect the natural light from the lounge window all the way to the back of the open plan. A pair of mirrored square coffee tables reflect the rug design to create the illusion of unobstructed space.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Mixed scatter cushions create added interest over a modern grey sofa. Marble slabs around the window add a luxury element to the living room.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A tinted glass wall reveals a glimpse of the walk-in wardrobe, which is accessed just beyond a unique lattice pocket door that gives entry to the bedroom. A black TV stand complements the neighbouring wardrobe’s dark aesthetic.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A black soffit draws zoning above the entryway to the bedroom, its adjoined glass wardrobe and the adjacent home entryway. Recessed spotlights pierce the ceiling above the bedroom walkway, whilst an LED ribbon draws a bright baseline.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

In dark reflection with the black soffit, the floor of the home entryway changes from mellow light grey laminate to a hardy black marble tile. Floor to ceiling mirrors swell the perception of space and natural light.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Where natural light falls a little short at the back of the kitchen area, white cabinets have been swapped out for shadowy grey counterparts.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A modern linear suspension light drops low over a rectangle dining table peninsula, lightly dividing the long room plan into two distinct zones.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

In conjunction with the change in floor covering, a small cube pouf marks a subtle visual stop between the kitchen and the home entryway.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

An unexpected array of hand sculptures create a peculiar display across the top of the kitchen wall cabinets, each one elaborately framed by a decorative boiserie panel.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Inside the bedroom, the striped base of the platform bed introduces a slender block of pattern to a modest grey and white decor scheme.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Slimline bedroom pendant lights call attention to a marble clad window wall, where a custom vanity table/desk has been fashioned across the sill. A modern wall sconce bends reading light around the headboard of the bed.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Latticework breaks up the TV wall, and creates a matching element with the bedroom pocket door.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Another metalwork door closes across the ensuite, which is the only bathroom in the one bed apartment.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

An elongated storage unit makes an unusual bedside cabinet design, spanning the space beneath the modern wall sconce and under the perpendicular vanity/workspace.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A black metalwork desk chair ties in with the decorative black lattice door and wall panels.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Heavy drapes draw privacy across the bathroom’s perforated walls.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

An unusual cylindrical unit serves at the other side of the bed. A full length mirror doubles the light from a designer bedside table lamp.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A chic decorative tray and matching makeup mirror stylishly match the marble feature wall.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Geometric tiles pattern the ensuite shower space design.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A shower shelf is morphed in one continuous line with the vanity unit.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Apartment floor plan.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)
Visualizer: Vera Babaeva  

Our second featured interior is a 42.87 square metre home in Kyiv, Ukraine, executed in a minimalist style.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

The interior design focuses on the negative space, on natural light, contrasting colors, materials and textures.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Glass supports help the small dining table to sit lightly in the minimalist layout…

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

… Views of the cityscape pass right on through.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A wine storage unit becomes the focal point in a wall of simple white kitchen units.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

White wall panelling balances out the clean kitchen aesthetic around the dining area.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A copper kitchen backsplash colours the other side of the L-shaped arrangement, and expands as a warm textural statement behind the cosy modern couch.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Inside the bedroom, a bespoke floor bed and elongated headboard design dominate the space. Eye-catching bedroom lighting
choices accessorise integrated bedside shelves.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

An LED strip across the headboard reflects in the glass wardrobe, causing a faux continuation.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A black and white photographic print makes an artistic pairing with the Oda style lamp. Originals are available here.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A simple pale blue bed runner lifts the monochrome decor scheme.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Over by the window, a scatter cushion adds a matching pop of light blue to a comfortable bedroom chair.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

The bedroom chair is actually a matching piece for the living room sofa, which allows furniture to be moved and repurposed to suit company and occasion.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A tinted mirror has been mounted behind the bathroom sink to create a free-floating effect.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

A black towel heater smartly utilises wall space at the end of a large shower enclosure.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

The wall behind the floating toilet is much more than basic cistern concealment…

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

… The wall panels open up a cohesive laundry system and useful bathroom storage.

Decorative Vs Minimalist: Two Homes Under 50 Sqm (With Floor Plans)

Floor plan.

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