*EXTREME* 183 Sq Ft Studio Apartment Makeover | Retro Mid-Century Modern Style

Alexandra Gater July 12, 2025
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I'm Alexandra Gater, a DIY home designer on a mission to help you create spaces you love – no matter your budget. Here, you'll find everything from budget-friendly home makeovers, small space hacks, and affordable decor tips! Whether you're tackling a room overhaul or looking for simple, creative ideas, my goal is to make interior design easy, fun, and accessible for everyone. Brand partnerships & other inquiries: [email protected]

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Shop Virtual Makeover Consultations: https://alexandragater.com/collections/pomd/products/call-with-alexandra-virtual-makeover-package Watch Graham’s DIY video here: https://youtu.be/V2GGuOi6Gc8 Shop Pom’d Marketplace: https://alexandragater.com/collections/pomd Join my membership for members-only access to bonus content, like live streams, BTS videos and photos, and more! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrh9tOpAY2-Ev5pRssXq2Wg/join Shop my top picks from this makeover here: Shop all my outfits from this video here: Shop my Amazon Storefront (CDN): https://bit.ly/3V9Oe7T Shop my Amazon Storefront (USA): https://bit.ly/3RfHcNU Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. Be sure to follow me on Instagram for our monthly video schedule! Today I’m back with another episode of Studio Fix! I turn this tiny apartment into a retro, mid-century modern style vibe! Credit for inspo images: Left: via @ramizvadar on instagram https://bit.ly/44Doi9k Left Center: via @500m_design on instagram https://bit.ly/3IhdTbS Center: via @mrcigar on instagram https://bit.ly/4lfDPmN Right Center: via @j.brian on instagram https://bit.ly/44kdONj Right: via @cozy.lvn on instagram https://bit.ly/4nENCnY Products mentioned in this video: Alexandra and Team AG receive a commission from any purchases made from some of the links listed below. Products marked with * means they were gifted to Alexandra from brands, but was not paid to feature them in this video. Alexandra’s Outfits: Yellow Gingham Dress: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20853648 Gold Earrings: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852561 Gold Ring: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852084 Gold Baguette Ring: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852102 Heart Necklace: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852511 “A” Necklace: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852511 Blue and Pink Striped Shirt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852982 Blue and Pink Striped Shorts: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852885 White Sneakers: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20853018 Pink Overalls: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20853075 White T-Shirt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20853106 White Sandals: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20853125 Patchwork Dress: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20852064 Woven Pointed Sandal: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20915112 Blue Button Down Shirt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20913646 Skirt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20913556 Leather Sandal: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20915240 Links: IKEA Closet Doors: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848839 * Headboard: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849201 * Bed Frame: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849177 * Zebra rug: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849091 * Pendant Shade (similar): https://go.shopmy.us/p-20850391 Pendant Light Cord: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849902 Armchair: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849216 * Coffee Table: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849112 * Green Pouf: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849127 * Black Counter Stools (similar): https://go.shopmy.us/p-20850525 Cable Clips: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20850662 Skate Board Rack: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849690 Guitar Mount: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849632 Shelving Unit: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848017 * Linen Sheets: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848190 * Linen Duvet Set: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848205 * Ceiling Mount Curtain Rod Brackets: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20850766 Curtains (similar): https://go.shopmy.us/p-20915389 Checker Art Print: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848399 Pool Ball Art Print: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848452 Globe Light: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848878 * Star Art: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848312 Picture Frames: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20915573 * Squiggle Bed Cushions: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848469 * Striped Bed Cushion: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848547 * Checker Armchair Pillow: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848684 * Checker Entryway Mat: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20848164 * use code ALEXANDRAGATER10 for 10% off Warm Light Bulbs: https://go.shopmy.us/p-20849784 Styling: https://bit.ly/hom3s3n53 * Let's be friends: TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@alexandragaterofficial Instagram: https://instagram.com/alexandragater Pinterest: https://pinterest.ca/alexandragater Sign up to my newsletter to get decor tips and products in your inbox every week: https://alexandragater.com Retro label maker I use: https://amzn.to/2j7Ukk8 * GET IN TOUCH: Alexandra Gater P.O. Box 68555 Walmer Toronto, ON M5S 3C9 Thank you so much to each and every one of you for your continued support. I get to make these videos for a living, and I couldn’t be more thrilled about it. All music sourced by licensing. All opinions are my own. It's important to hire licensed professionals for certain projects; if you're unsure or unqualified, please don't attempt any projects seen in my videos yourself.

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