However, at that time, Hendrix did not think about the expensive living in New York, ranked 3rd in the 10 cities with the highest spending and housing prices in the world, according to research by consulting firm ECA International . While many friends move to more remote boroughs like Brooklyn or Queens to save money, Hendrix insists on living alone in midtown Manhattan. However, with a small amount of money provided by her parents, this 21-year-old girl can only live in a micro apartment. In New York, micro houses are only about 4.5-9 m2 wide and are usually suitable for single people. Hendrix found a 7 square meter apartment in the West Village for $1,345 a month. “The building is in the heart of the city, has fire exits and is the perfect space for a recent college graduate like me.” Liv Hendrix’s 7 square meter room. Micro-houses appeared in the US since 1987. However, after the Covid-19 pandemic broke out, these few m2 apartments became a trend. The majority of tenants are low-income groups or young single people. In New York, since 2015, the city government has been testing the My Micro NY micro-apartment model at 27th Street, Brooklyn Navy Yard in the Manhattan district. 22 out of 55 micro apartments are for low-income people. The remaining apartments are subject to commercial rents of over 3,000 USD/month. Make the most of every space In the small room, Hendrix’s bed took up most of the space. So during the day, she often doubles the bed, stacking extra mattresses and pillows around to turn it into a couch. This way helps Hendrix have more living and working space and correct the habit of sleeping in every morning. She had thought about using the attic as a place to sleep. “However, this option is not feasible because I am afraid that the attic will not support the weight or I may roll down at any time.” The kitchen area right next to the bed is where Hendrix does everything from brushing his teeth and washing his face to cooking, making coffee and washing dishes. “Although it’s a bit inconvenient, I still can’t get rid of the habit of drinking coffee every morning. I have to stand on top of the refrigerator to get coffee, water heater and make drinks right under the sink because there is no space at the counter.” . Without a closet, Liv Hendrix hangs clothes on a drying rack, hangs bags and shoes on the wall. After breakfast, Hendrix also cooked food for the day and cleaned the sink to use for other things. The 7 m2 room has no room for a wardrobe. Hendrix had to buy 2 drying racks to hang clothes for work. And her pajamas, underwear, accessories… were stored in a big box by her. All shoes and bags are hung on the wall by Hendrix. “Doing that gives both room and decoration.” The toilet and bathroom areas are also extremely cramped. Hendrix said she couldn’t put on makeup in the bathroom because there wasn’t enough light and storage. “One thing that annoys me is that the bathroom floor is always wet. I use the shower to shower in the morning but by the afternoon the floor is still not dry.” Do not receive guests at home Hendrix estimates his apartment can accommodate up to three guests, but with the condition, they can only sit still on the bed. Because of this inconvenience, she hardly ever invites guests to her house. “I have two friends who live downstairs, but we mostly meet in their more spacious room. If it feels too crowded, we can go down the street or to the park near our house.” Hendrix says the apartment’s central location is both a plus and a downside. The most obvious benefit is ease of movement. The Hendrix residence is full of everything from convenience stores, restaurants to parks, cinemas, and entertainment areas. View of New York City from Liv Hendrix’s apartment. “When the weather is nice, I like to sit for hours at Washington Square park. It’s so close to my apartment that it feels like a backyard. I also love living near the famous restaurants.” However, noise is one of the biggest minus points of the apartment. The space is not soundproof, making the noises from the traffic and the street seem to be amplified at night. “I have to play loud music to drown out the noise, but on terrible nights I have to use earplugs.” Hendrix says that micro apartments are definitely not the perfect choice. One day, she will also dream of houses with large living rooms, full refrigerators, wardrobes… However, small spaces also have their own advantages. “I have learned to keep only the items that are really necessary, limit shopping. In addition, I also find decoration very important because it can turn the apartment into my real home. “.

Feng shui expert Phung Phuong shares the great cavalry in the bedroom area that can attract vitality in your home. The bedroom is too long and narrow If the bedroom is too narrow, it will cause inconvenience and limitation in daily activities. If people sleep in a long and narrow space, they will feel lonely and cold. Mentally sensitive people often think miscellaneously, which gives rise to many hallucinations The bedrooms of 6m2-10m2 will cause suffocation, thereby leading to fatigue and stress in study and life. The bedroom area is too big People often think that the larger the bedroom area, the better because it will feel spacious. But in fact, in feng shui, a bedroom that is too large is also a crime First of all, we see that the “human energy” mentioned in feng shui is the energy field of the human body that radiates energy out, like an air conditioner. The larger the bedroom area, the more energy is wasted, thereby reducing immunity, mental fatigue, reduced working capacity, even leading to illness. So the area of ​​the bedroom is stable and most suitable according to feng shui is from 10 -20 m2.

Many families do not regret investing large amounts of money to design a sky well with automatic watering systems, waterfalls, tree planting … creating fancy landscapes. However, many families encounter the situation that the roots of the trees are growing too well, causing the tubing tiles to crack, the walls around the garden are damp, insects … According to experts, it is necessary to consider the types of plants and how to grow plants appropriately. Instead of gardening, choose to plant plants in small pots to increase flexibility, and can easily change the habitat for the plant. One of the mistakes of many families is not making the roof of the skylight portable (can be closed – opened flexibly according to use needs). The fixed roof has the advantage of being quite cheap, but in the long run, homeowners will find it very inconvenient. For example, when it is too sunny, the wells cannot be shielded at will, causing the indoor temperature to rise. Meanwhile, mobile cover is the solution that can handle these inconveniences. The biggest advantage of the skylight well is ventilation and light absorption. Therefore, many homeowners take advantage of the space under the skylight to design the dining table, the area of ​​chairs to relax … but do not consider the element of interior materials. It is possible to mention the use of non-durable plastic chairs. When exposed to the sun for a long time, it will become brittle, likely to cause injury to the user. Not designing negative sound for skylight walls is also a mistake of many homeowners. Because, the sound transmitted in the sky well space also creates a resonant effect and is clearer than other areas of the house. The homeowner can add “sound absorption” to the skylight space, by designing rough walls, wall tiles with card bricks, ceiling tiles, natural stone walls … Photo source: Internet Video: House 25m2- the opportunity to have a house for many people? Source: VTV24

There are many reasons why your glasses slide down the bridge of your nose, such as wide or heavy frames, too oily skin, narrow bridge of the nose … Many people feel uncomfortable because the glasses always slide down their nose. Photo: Weheartit. Nerdwax Nerdwax is an anti-slip glass holder that works by creating a layer of friction between the glass and your skin. The product has a tilted tip design that makes it easy to apply the wax layer on the glasses. Before applying, you should clean the surface of the glass so that the wax lasts longer. It is best to test the wax on a small area of ​​skin first to make sure the skin is not allergic to the product. Leave the wax on your skin for 30 minutes and watch for reaction. If you notice any irritation, immediately wash the area with mild soap and water. Nerdwax can fix the glass position from an hour to an entire day depending on the degree you apply. Photo: Nerdwax, oCompras. The product has the advantage of being made from 100% natural ingredients and used on all styles of eyewear. A tube as shown in the picture can be used for 6-8 months. If your skin is oily, you will need to reapply them regularly. Silicone nose pads You can add silicone nose pads to eyeglasses by gluing onto the eyeglasses. This design both helps the glass fit and is anti-slip. You need to clean the glasses with mild soap or rubbing alcohol before applying silicone nose pads to ensure they are firmly attached to the glasses. Silicone is a better choice than wax for people with sensitive skin. Photo: Amazon. This product can be used on even children’s glasses. In addition, the shape of the pad helps users prevent dents and dark spots on the bridge of the nose. Besides the advantages, this method still has certain limitations. In hot weather, the pads will not be able to hold the grip on the nose for too long. Therefore, you need to prepare lots of patches to replace them. Silicone ear hook Silicone ear hook is a favorite and easy-to-use solution for many people. The product is made from high quality silicone material, does not cause irritation even to the most sensitive skin. They are manufactured to fit most glass frames, and can last for months or years with proper care. You can choose the colors of the ear hooks to suit your preferences. Photo: eBay.

My name is Pham Thi Hai, living on Bui Dinh Tuy street, Binh Thanh district (HCMC). My family currently has 5 people, living in a house with only 4 m2 wide. All activities of the members are not pleasant because the space is too narrow. In front of my house is Bui Dinh Tuy street. For about a year now, the house has become small because of the area cut many times for the widening of the road. I’ve lived here for 12 years, when the road was as small as an alley. The area of ​​my original house here is more than 30 m2, now only 4 m2. My family has 4 adults and one small child. The ground floor is a place for us to sit and talk or eat together. The sudden change in the home space makes it difficult for everyone to live. In fact, we always want a new and more spacious place, but we have not had the conditions to relocate. We have increased the height of the house to expand the living space. This is the second floor. Because there is no area, the sleeping area is used as a study corner for children. The house was cramped so it was also filled with heat. My grandchildren often feel tired, especially at noon. In those times, we often take the children to school, park, or stay at the house of acquaintances and recent relatives. Walls are “deformed” in a way that makes the most of the space. This is the toilet area on the second floor, the area is just enough for one person to enter. The essential items in the family have no place to store them neatly. All of it was crammed into a corner like this by me and the kids. Many things are hung or supported high against the wall. The family has young children, so I always worry about them playing around and causing these things to fall, causing danger. Many objects are lined up at the place of family worship. When burning incense or offering the full moon, I have to move everything else to have room. This takes time and is quite annoying. Sometimes when I watch my grandchildren play around, I find this house very special. It looks like a super narrow hexagonal tube. The children only need to climb the stairs to reach the surrounding walls. Although the house became narrow, the road ahead was opened wide, traffic increased and it was convenient to sell banh mi and soft drinks. Thanks to that, this is the main source of income for the family. My family’s banh beo restaurant is also “unique” here. It was just large enough to accommodate a small table (if not over the curb). Occasionally there are customers who come to eat on the spot, most of them are acquaintances, finding the restaurant is tight, so they only buy and carry. Of course, if I was given a relocation arrangement, I would approve it. However, the family still has to calculate where to find a place to live for business and business to earn income. Having been at home for about a year now, me and my children and grandchildren are also trying to get used to the lifestyle and the way of life. However, I don’t think this is a good solution in the long run. Especially when my grandchildren get older, this house will not have enough space to live. At that time, we were forced to find another place to live.

White is a color that is appropriate for all kitchens. If the counters, cabinets and walls are all using white, your kitchen will look harmonious. Especially, because this is a bright color, it will help the kitchen space look more spacious and airy. Reduces color difference in the kitchen interior Don’t create too many themes or colors in the same space, especially the kitchen area. This will not be suitable for a space that is limited in area. It is best to decorate the same theme, this will make the kitchen more spacious and airy. The kitchen must be exposed to light Do not take natural light lightly, this is also the reason why architects always design a light-filled kitchen space because light will help the area look wider, creating ventilation. Of course, light will also create abundant positive energy for homeowners. Choose furniture that looks well ventilated Interior is airy, the kitchen also looks brighter and more spacious. Therefore, the selection and decoration of the interior of the kitchen area should be carefully considered. Because this is an important factor determining the width and tightness of the kitchen space. Use shelves instead of sturdy cabinets Another way to make the kitchen look wider is to use an open storage shelf instead of a sturdy cabinet. With open, borderless storage shelves without cover, it will reduce the area while making the kitchen more ventilated and cooler./.

The aisle between the 3m2 rooms is very narrow, dark and humid.

Costs 1 million VND per month, just go to the room to shower and sleep

Currently, the “super small” area of ​​only about 3m2 is the choice of many young people because of low cost, regardless of the inconvenience of living space and living.

In Hanoi, this type of accommodation has just appeared in the past few years, tends to flourish in the districts of Cau Giay, Dong Da, Hai Ba Trung, … where many universities (University ), colleges (colleges), large students and low-income workers.

As noted by PV, a 6-storey house with an area of ​​45 square meters on Mai Dich Street (Cau Giay) initially had only 8 bedrooms but was redesigned to have a “super” number of rooms for rent – nearly 80 rooms private. The first floor of the house is a shared kitchen and parking space, starting from the second floor onwards is a private room, including two large rooms with an area of ​​about 18-20m2.

What makes viewers surprised when coming here is the design and arrangement of the rooms that do not seem much different from the “honeycomb”. Inside the large room is divided into 8 independent small cells by laminate boards. Each room is 3-5m2 wide, just enough for one person to live in; most are very tight, without windows. In the room, the owner has installed clothes rack, storage bar, electric socket, light bulb and ventilation system. Corridors less than 1m wide are common paths for the whole room. Outside is the shared toilet. These houses are also equipped with a number of other basic amenities for tenants such as wifi, shared air conditioning.

The room is too small, just enough to hang a few clothes and some personal belongings.

LHA (23 years old, a student at Hanoi Electromechanical College) – the tenant here said: “I’ve been here for nearly half a year, the room has 2 people, the rent is 1.3 million dong / month, more living expenses, each person only costs about 1 million. For students, this price is also quite reasonable ”.

However, according to LHA, living in such “honeycomb” apartments is also quite inconvenient.With the number of people on each floor is relatively large, the living space is narrow, noisy, a large room. There is only one door, not to mention the sharing of the kitchen, toilets, laundry drying area that have to wait a long time for each other’s turn.

“Most of the tenants here are students and employees because the rental is low. Because the room is tight, tight and stuffy, people often eat out and only come here in the evening to shower and rest, ”added LHA.

Most of the tenants here choose to eat out, as the whole building has only one shared kitchen.

There is supply there must be demand, but there are potential risks

Currently, the demand for low-cost single-room rentals of students and low-income workers in Hanoi is increasing.

Ms. Nguyen Tra My, owner of a motel in Xuan La Street (Tay Ho) said: “The entire 6-storey house is single room for rent with prices ranging from 1.3 to 1.6 million VND / month. . Most of my tenants have simple needs, they go all day and at night to rest, so rooms like this are easy to rent, not often empty.

According to real estate expert Phan The Phuong, many rental housing companies have quickly grasped the market, designing super-small apartments with relatively full utilities, both to meet the needs of guests, and at the same time. increase revenue for the company.

With a normal bedroom, when divided into 6-7 small bedrooms, the profit will increase by 60-70% of the input rent in the case of a full room lease. However, according to Mr. Phuong, with the profit, the level of risk of this form is quite high.

“This model violates the human safety zone. When living in such a dense environment, they will not be able to feel safe and comfortable. In addition, the facilities in the living space are very few, only temporary, so the tenants will not stay for a long time, so the room vacancy rate is also very high. This business model is not sustainable ”, Mr. Phuong added.

A room is only about 3m2, when no one is in, it still feels urgent.

Are “honeycomb” apartments really economical?

According to LHA, when he first lived here, he often got sick due to living in a secret space, lack of light and air. The noises from the adjacent rooms also made him lose sleep because of the plastic or laminate partitions between mini apartments containing dozens of people who could not be soundproofed.

These 3m2 honeycomb apartments not only cause inconvenience for users but also can affect the house they are in. The rooms, which are inherently only for 2-3 people, are suddenly “transformed” into countless independent rooms, with the number of people many times over, and the space is seriously “overloaded”.

Talking with PV, architect Nguyen Trung Kien said: “The honeycomb model is quite popular in countries such as Japan, Korea, because the climate of those countries is dry all year round, not humid or hot or humid. like our country’s climate. Therefore, we do not support the widespread development of this model in Vietnam ”.

According to Mr. Kien, when renovating the original room into “honeycomb” rooms, to be safe and not affect the scope of construction, companies and design units should use lightweight materials such as : Plaster, plank wood, composite “… Besides, it is necessary to have a reasonable calculation and division of the number of rooms to avoid overloading, limiting the impact on the house structure.