{"id":79713,"date":"2025-12-24T00:11:20","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T00:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/79713\/"},"modified":"2025-12-24T00:11:20","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T00:11:20","slug":"this-might-be-the-cutest-coziest-holiday-decorated-studio-apartment-in-brooklyn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/79713\/","title":{"rendered":"This Might Be the Cutest, Coziest Holiday-Decorated Studio Apartment in Brooklyn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ABOUT THIS TOUR<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">HOME TYPE: Studio Apartment<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">LOCATION: Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">STYLE: Parisian, Traditional<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">BEDROOMS: 0<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">SQUARE FEET: 350<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/melodyskim\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Melody Kim;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Melody Kim<\/a> had been wanting to move to New York City for over 10 years before finally making the move while on a trip in May of 2024. \u201cI extended my trip for about a week and buckled down to begin my hunt via StreetEasy,\u201d begins Melody, who found this 350-square-foot unit in a building built in 1877 in Brooklyn\u2019s Park Slope neighborhood for rent.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"A woman in a red cardigan sits on a green sofa, holding a notebook, in a cozy living space with a dining area and bookshelves.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b8c05354b02823d9f8519115012a7d7b.jpeg\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cI fell in love with the neighborhood immediately as I walked down the brownstone and tree-lined street. There were even these adorable gas lamps still operating all along the block,\u201d she writes.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Festively decorated mantel with greenery, pinecones, dried orange slices, and a red candle, reflecting a cozy atmosphere.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/db48eec94eddd4ec760098e59b295e97.jpeg\"\/>Melody used the free trimmings at the nearby Christmas tree stand she bought her tree at to decorate the mantel, &#8220;along with oranges I dehydrated in the air fryer and velvet ribbon. Trader Joe\u2019s is the best for budget greenery \u2013 got the wreath for $17 and the hanging garland for $12 (usually 2-3x the price elsewhere),&#8221; she explains. Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/kiritin?utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Kiritin;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Kiritin<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cThe front doors, entryway, stairwell all had its prewar character, and I remember just being in awe walking up to the unit itself. Often the emphasis is what\u2019s inside the home, but I do think the environment entering and leaving your place can really impact your day-to-day.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"A wooden dining table set with a plaid tablecloth, a floral arrangement, an open book, and a coffee mug.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/9f65c44c09413e12a2fa1e8953d3f6dd.jpeg\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">For Melody, who\u2019s a designer, <a href=\"https:\/\/melody.substack.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:writer;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">writer<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@melodyskim\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:content creator;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">content creator<\/a> and runs a small design studio, it helped that this unit had advantages despite the small size. \u201cThe high ceilings and massive windows made the 350-square-foot footprint feel much larger. I loved the fireplace feature, and how large\/updated the kitchen and bathroom were,\u201d she writes.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"A person in a red sweater holds a sprig of greenery near striped curtains adorned with dried orange slices and beads.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/e6054b4ae6079fa19296d5adf656271d.jpeg\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cI really feel like I lucked out because I continue to find more reasons to fall in love with this neighborhood and location!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Resources<img alt=\"Narrow entryway with white walls, a mirror, a black countertop, and a wooden tray holding perfumes and sunglasses.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b9a11fd99704ffe53ca7c85f9c84947f.jpeg\"\/>ENTRY<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Slim shoe cabinet \u2014 IKEA<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Hasegawa Ladder \u2014 Wayfair<\/p>\n<p>Extended Tours: &#8220;The A Line&#8221; Series<img alt=\"A woman in a red cardigan sits on a green sofa, holding a notebook, in a cozy living space with a dining area and bookshelves.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/b8c05354b02823d9f8519115012a7d7b.jpeg\"\/>LIVING ROOM<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Bookshelf \u2014 IKEA (Norrebo discontinued)<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">TV \u2014 Samsung Frame TV + Teak Frame<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Large Gold Mirror \u2014 FB Marketplace<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Cozy home office corner with a wooden desk, laptop, books, and a decorated Christmas tree. Red ribbons adorn the windows.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/913a5d0cddb38ad9c6f2b0add6d8b810.jpeg\"\/>OFFICE<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Desktop (Karlby) + Chrome legs \u2014 IKEA<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Desk Chair \u2014 Craigslist<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Dining table with a plaid tablecloth, floral centerpiece, and a chandelier above; bookshelves in the background.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/4ed8b44b974326d153f1aafe3d85a736.jpeg\"\/>DINING ROOM<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Dining Table 55\u201d \u2014 Hernest<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Chairs \u2014 B&amp;D Italy (Craigslist)<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Candelabra \u2014 Vintage (FB Marketplace)<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Floor-to-Ceiling wall shelves \u2014 IKEA Elvarli<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Kitchen countertop with a white pitcher of holly, a tablet on a wooden stand, and a red towel on the dishwasher.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/9c47b61c5def6f80133d059ec6c5c8ec.jpeg\"\/>KITCHEN<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Marble contact paper \u2014 Amazon<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Cozy bedroom featuring a white bed with layered bedding, a plaid throw, and greenery decor.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1193\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2d455184d02b23377d369af6d3984bdf.jpeg\"\/>BEDROOM<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Smoked Mirrors \u2014 Restoration Hardware (Secondhand FB Marketplace)<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Backdrop \u2014 Used a flat sheet from the Citizenry linen set<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"A modern black wall lamp above a dark wooden cabinet, next to a potted tree with green leaves and a candle.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/de363940bdfdc92b50c9c7a6a6cb9c54.jpeg\"\/>CLOSET<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Armoire \u2014 Pottery Barn Cayman series<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This tour\u2019s responses and photos were edited for length\/size and clarity.<br \/>Share Your Style: <a href=\"https:\/\/apartmenttherapy.formstack.com\/forms\/housestory1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:House Tour &amp; House Call Submission Form;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">House Tour &amp; House Call Submission Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">PLEASE NOTE: You may notice comments are turned off on our house tours for now. We temporarily moved conversations to our <a href=\"https:\/\/community.apartmenttherapy.com\/categories\/house-tours\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:community forums;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">community forums<\/a> to ensure they stayed supportive and welcoming \u2014 but we heard you loud and clear. We\u2019re bringing comments back to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/house-tours?utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:House Tours;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">House Tours<\/a> soon, with thoughtful moderation to keep the vibe kind and constructive. Thanks for your patience while we put the finishing touches on this update!<\/p>\n<p>Further Reading<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/mood-board?utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro&amp;utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Create Your Own Interior Design Mood Board | Apartment Therapy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Create Your Own Interior Design Mood Board | Apartment Therapy<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/best-west-elm-pottery-barn-anthropologie-hanukkah-decor-37521511?utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:11 Beautiful Hanukkah Decor Finds to Make All 8 Nights Sparkle;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">11 Beautiful Hanukkah Decor Finds to Make All 8 Nights Sparkle<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/gifts-to-send-by-mail-37435388?utm_source=yahoosyndication&amp;utm_medium=referral-distro\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:The $30 Little Luxury That Shoppers Are Buying 2 of at a Time (It\u2019s the Perfect Gift!);elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">The $30 Little Luxury That Shoppers Are Buying 2 of at a Time (It\u2019s the Perfect Gift!)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"ABOUT THIS TOUR HOME TYPE: Studio Apartment LOCATION: Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York STYLE: Parisian, Traditional BEDROOMS: 0&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":79714,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[98,100,99,9103,9,24,63,8005,5564],"class_list":["post-79713","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-brooklyn","tag-brooklyn","tag-brooklyn-headlines","tag-brooklyn-news","tag-ikea","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc","tag-park-slope","tag-studio-apartment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79713","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=79713"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79713\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/79714"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=79713"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=79713"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=79713"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}