One of the challenges with studio apartments is there often isn't a lot of storage space. It can be an adjustment, especially for people who are used to having more space.

The good news is there are lots of creative ways to maximize your studio apartment space and have a place for all your important belongings.

Here are 4 space-saving tips for your studio apartment:

Use corners/divots in your walls to create a cozy workspace in your studio apartment

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a huge shift in work cultures across all sectors and industries. The biggest one is the ability for employees to work from home.

This posed a challenge for a lot of people renting studio apartments. You can only work on the couch, bed or tiny bistro table for so long before your productivity takes a hit. A smaller space can also make it harder to separate "work" and "home."

An easy solution for this is to use a corner/divot in your apartment to place a small desk or table. This will become your dedicated work-from-home space.

By having a dedicated space, you will be free from distractions, while also keeping a healthy separation between when it's "work" and when it's time to relax.

Use under your bed for additional storage

What other use does this space have anyway besides collecting dust bunnies? Get some appropriately-sized storage containers and leverage the space to store clothing, bedding and anything else! To maximize the space, even more, use vacuum-seal bags to fit even more under the bed.

Place a dresser in the main living area

Dressers are often considered a piece for the bedroom, but in a studio apartment, those barriers literally no longer exist!

Placing a dresser with lots of drawers in your living area will not only give you more space but also make a beautiful accent piece! You can use the top to place your TV, or anything else important you'd like to display! The dresser can be bought new, or you can find one in a second-hand or vintage store. Also, check local marketplace listings for bargains.

Use shelves to reduce clutter in your studio apartment

Avoid surface clutter by using shelves to display your favourite mementos and photographs.  You can also find cool decorative boxes to store smaller items in and place them on the shelves. It's a decorating and storage win-win!

Looking for your perfect studio apartment? Give us a call at (613)-225-8118 to find out how you can get two months of rent-free at Westboro Connection.

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Let's take a closer look at the top five reasons residents say that Westboro Connection is such a wonderful place to live.

Modern, brand-new apartments in Westboro

Westboro Connection properties are located at 1960 Scott Street and 315 McRae Avenue.

Westboro Connection’s high-rise building offers a variety of sizes of brand-new and well-appointed apartments. Each unit is equipped with everything residents need to make their lives complete: stainless steel appliances, in-suite laundry, custom blinds, and air conditioning.

The bright, spacious living room is a perfect spot for residents to hang out with friends or unwind after a long day at work. There’s no need to walk to Westboro Beach to experience the sunset – beautiful views are right are right outside your window. Just one of the many reasons to fall in love with Westboro Connection!

Amazing building amenities

Westboro Connection was thoughtfully planned to meet the needs and wants of today's urban dwellers by Ottawa’s award-winning Hobin Architecture. This brand-new complex features spacious shared spaces for work and relaxation, a party room, a well-equipped fitness centre, bike storage, bike maintenance facilities, and ground-floor retail.

Access to fantastic amenities such as a fitness centre and lounge room is what our residents love the most about the building. The Westboro Connection fitness centre is equipped with state-of-the-art machines suitable for a complete workout. Working from home has also become more convenient due to the availability of common work and relaxation areas throughout the building.

Farm Boy and our Discover Local partner, Bridgehead Coffee, can be found on the ground floor, ensure that our residents have access to fresh produce and are well-caffeinated.

We should also mention that furry friends are welcome. We're proud to be a pet-friendly building!

Top building features include

• Lobby Lounge
• Bicycle Storage Area
• Pet Wash Facility
• Furnished guest suites
• Private Courtyard
• Fitness Centre
• Party Room
• Co-Working Lounge
• Flex Lounge
• Terrace with BBQs
• Secure Parcel Delivery System
• Onsite Management
• Onsite Car Sharing
• Waste Valet

Our building is designed to support biodiversity in urban environments

We partnered up with Alveole, a Canadian beekeeping company, to install a rooftop beehive to help restore declining bee populations (which are critical to the ecosystem's health) and reconnect residents with nature. The beehive was successfully installed in June of 2020, and the hive is now home to more than 37,500 bees.

Our Queen bee, Buzzlightyear, and her colony are working hard to produce honey for the Fall harvest!

Wondering how the Westboro Connection bees are doing right now? Visit MyHive at Scott Street and McRae Avenue to see what the bees are up to.

The best restaurants in Ottawa are steps away!

Westboro offers a diverse range of culinary experiences, from international cuisine to local favourites and Canadian classics. Westboro Village is where you'll find all the best culinary hotspots – whatever you're craving. Read about a few of our favourite restaurants with patio dining.

To help residents explore Westboro’s fine eateries, we offer our exclusive Discover Local program. Residents receive coupons from more than 25+ Discover Local partners when they move in! There's a whole neighbourhood waiting to be discovered!

All of the “must do” activities are within walking distance

Westboro Connection is located in the heart of Ottawa, close to a wide range of activities. Westboro Connection is just minutes away from unique boutiques, parks and is just steps away from the Ottawa River path.

We love Westboro because it has the perfect mix of urban excitement and small-town charm. Shopping for some of Ottawa's best local products at Parkdale Night Market or visiting Orange Art Gallery to see the work of contemporary local artists are just a few ways to brighten up your weekday or weekend evenings.

Are you new to the neighbourhood? Read our recent blog post for the top 5 places to visit in Westboro this summer.

There are so many reasons why Westboro is a fantastic place to live, and we've only touched on a few today! (Insert shameless self-promotion here) Speak to one of our agents to learn more about the neighbourhood and the Westboro Connection lifestyle.

Current residents can contact the Tenant Services team to learn more about our referral program!

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