The shopping center itself is made up of three levels, with the first floor being given over to retail shops and the second and third floors boasting tiny apartments. Owner Evan Granoff was keen to convert the unused space into something both liveable and affordable, and so produced a series of micro-sized spaces in which people can exist.
Each apartment comes with built-in furniture including a bed with drawers, cushioned bench/seating, refrigerator, and shelves. They have all the comforts one might need, whilst being extremely efficient when it comes to use of floorspace.
In fact, Granoff’s initiative has proven so popular that there’s actually a waiting list to move into The Arcade.
What’s more, the homes are actually pretty cheap when it’s considered that tenants are being offered downtown living. Micro lofts also exist in places like Portland and New York, but while they might be valued at up to $1,000 a month, The Arcade’s edition comes in at a pretty feasible $750.
See more on the micro apartments in the video below:
Definitely a practical idea that I’m going to consider moving forward!
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