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Student apartment space saving ideas that leave room for more

College life often means hours spent at your desk. Let’s make those marathon study sessions a bit more fun and a lot more organized. A creative and affordable desk setup offers storage options for your school essentials and gives you the possibility to work on your passions as well. It helps turning your first apartment into a proper home and literally leaves room for dreaming without making your space feel cramped. After all, college isn’t just about hitting the books: we understand you need to make space for life too.

An ALEX desk and two drawer units on castors in black-blue, with a cork memo board above and a conference chair in front.

Organize your desk, clear your mind

This ALEX setup along with its two coordinated drawers makes the perfect study corner for anyone who likes to keep school items organized and perhaps even out of sight. A colorful yet sophisticated setup that comes with lots of storage options: drawers for essentials, noticeboards for when inspiration hits and shelves to reveal your keepsakes. Even what you see on the desk itself is all about organization. Split into two, one side is for study, the other for personal items and hobbies. And don’t forget the importance of lighting by having a desk light for late-night studying and a table lamp to get cozy when it’s time for a relaxing movie.

A black-blue ALEX desk in a student room, with on each side a drawer unit. Under the desk sits a smaller drawer unit as too.
An opened drawer of the ALEX desk in black-blue, filled with study supplies divided in beige NOJIG organizers.

A cabinet that suits your room and fits your pantry essentials

Use the space next to your desk to set up a small pantry corner – so you won’t have to tiptoe to the kitchen in your pajamas for a late-night snack or something to drink. Attach IVAR cabinet to the wall to store all kinds of foods. This longtime favorite in pinewood can hold plenty so there’s room for plates and cups too. Add a utility cart underneath for bowls, silverware and a thermos to keep your drink warm. A simple way to save space and keep refreshments close at hand.

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An IVAR cabinet in pine attached to the wall with a white NISSAFORS trolley underneath filled with steel mesh baskets.
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Away from keyboard

A student room needs more than just a desk. Smart storage helps keep things organized – and makes the space feel more decorated. BILLY bookcase is perfect for everything from important documents to board games and art supplies, with shelves up top for books and magazines. For all those little bits and pieces that tend to get lost? There’s MOPPE. Choosing clever, affordable storage is one of those student space saving ideas you’ll never regret. And while you’re at it, why not level up that game corner? BRÄNNBOLL display cabinet lets you store your console and game collection while still putting them on show.

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A white BILLY bookcase and a small blue cabinet hanging next to it, with a white floor lamp standing in the front.
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Make every square foot count

A laptop stand that does not only help you get homework done but can also be used to you watch your favorite show, a nightstand on wheels that offers storage and can easily be moved to wherever you like. Drawers underneath the bed for storing big textiles like blankets and bed linen, and hooks above your bed for stuff that would otherwise be lying around. Get the gist? This setup is all about balance and efficiency – giving you room to study and unwind without having to rearrange furniture. Living small shouldn’t demand sacrifices.

An armchair with a BJÖRKÅSEN laptop stand in blue in front of it, with a cup of juice in the holder.

A white MALM bed frame with two storage boxes, one opened with textiles. On top is a SLÅNHÖSTMAL duvet cover.
JORDMÅNEN hook attached to a white wall in dark gray-green, with two caps and a jack hanging on the hooks.

A first home where focus, comfort and space meet

This organized student apartment, with its coordinated desk, natural materials, and lots of storage, helps you feel at home from the start – while saving space.

  • Efficient layout: Go for multifunctional areas in your studio to make room for both study and relaxation.
  • A study hub perfected: A spacious ALEX desk with storage keeps your focus area well-organized, so you can hit the books and still have place for hobbies.
  • Stay organized: Keep essentials close by and store away everything else making use of BILLY bookcase and IVAR cabinet to make the most of your square meters.
  • Make room for life: set up a cozy yet efficient ‘living room’ area to unwind, socialize and recharge.

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An overview of a small student apartment with the ALEX desk and drawer units in the center, with a swivel chair in the front.
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