Inside an Interior Designer’s 700 Sq Ft NYC Apartment Filled with Holiday Decor | Apartment Therapy

Name: Adnan Adwar
IG: https://www.instagram.com/adnananwardesign
Website: https://www.adnananwardesign.com/contact-1
Location: New York City
Size: 700 Square Feet
Type of Home: Apartment
Years Lived In:

Step inside a festive, bold, and personal 700 square foot NYC apartment in this house tour with interior designer Adnan Anwar.
Adnan rearranged, layered, and styled his space with clever holiday decor ideas that prove small apartments can feel maximal and magical during the season

“I didn’t have a Christmas tree growing up, and it was something I really wanted, but I was raised Muslim and my grandparents were very strict about that,” begins interior designer Adnan Anwar, who didn’t get his first Christmas tree until college.

“But because of that, I feel that I developed my Christmas style on my own terms, and it’s an extension of my personal style and a lot of it is learning by doing because I don’t know how to set up a tree perfectly. I don’t have as many of those sentimental ornaments in the ‘baby’s first Christmas’ sort of way.”

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CHAPTERS
00:36 – Living Room Overview & Holiday Atmosphere
First look at the main space and overall holiday styling approach

01:45 – Decorating a Small Space for the Holidays
How Adnan thinks about scale, balance, and restraint in 700 sq ft

03:05 – Furniture Layout & Everyday Function
Design decisions that support daily living, not just seasonal decor

04:25 – Layering Color, Texture, and Personal Style
Art, textiles, and collected pieces that define the apartment’s character

05:50 – Dining Area & Entertaining at Home
Making space for hosting in a compact NYC apartment

07:05 – Kitchen Tour & Storage Solutions
Smart storage, visual calm, and practical design choices

08:10 – Bedroom Tour & Subtle Holiday Touches
Creating a cozy, restful space with minimal seasonal decor

09:20 – Final Thoughts & Holiday Decorating Advice
Adnan shares takeaways on decorating small apartments for the holidays

ABOUT ADNAN:
Adnan Anwar Design is an interior design firm that has helped clients across the United States express their individuality at home. While Adnan’s interiors are steeped in tradition, they are always livable and airy. He artfully layers items from different periods and cultures with personal touches to make each room unique. His work is enhanced by his extensive knowledge of art and antiques, as well as his robust network of tradespeople. Adnan also has experience from Schumacher, where he honed his expertise in textiles and wallpaper, and from Boston Consulting Group, where he refined his skills in project management and client service. He holds a BA in History and Economics cum laude from Northwestern University, an MBA from New York University, and is a native of Winnetka, Illinois.


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