Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!

E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!

Discover

minimalist must-haves for your first studio apartment

40 items

alyson

this is our first real adult apartment — no roommates, no dorm rooms — and we wanted to fully invest in pieces that felt intentional, elevated, and cozy. while keeping everything minimalist and aesthetic, of course.

despite the hate it’s gotten lately, i’m unapologetically a fan of the millennial beige aesthetic. growing up in a house full of character, color, and knick knacks, i realized i personally thrive in simple, calming environments — spaces that are visu...

this list is my curated collection of furniture, storage, and cozy essentials that are minimal in color but still maximum in character. 🤍 if you’re like me — someone who craves soft, grounding spaces but struggles to find pieces that actually fit th...

Sections

🧥 entryway

🛁 bathroom

bedroom

living room

office

kitchen

🧥 entryway

small space, big impact. our entryway sets the tone for the whole studio, so i focused on keeping it clean, functional, and peaceful. everything here helps minimize clutter, maximize storage, and make coming home feel like a soft exhale 🤍

this is not our exact model but as close as i can find! such a game changer for making the entryway pleasantly organized 🤍

shoe cabinet

i love having this next to the shoe cabinet for putting on shoes and getting ready to head out the door! can also be used with a vanity too 🤍

entryway stool

i also got my mirror on fb marketplace, and the amazon listing is not currently available, so linking most similar in size and shape! all my friends love taking selfies in this when they come over, and it's great for outfit checks before walking out ...

full length mirror

we got this to have somewhere to store mail, keys, giftcards, stamps, change, hand sanitizer, etc.! it's right next to our front door with everything we need on our way out, and space to drop off things on our way in. 🤍

end table with drawers

i was SO excited when i saw this listed on facebook marketplace at an apartment nearby. such a staple in our entryway as a coffee, bar, & mocktail cart! super high quality, durable & easy to clean! 🤍

the BEST bar cart

perfect for the entryway with some flowers! my favorite part of coming home/taking off shoes is having a nice little welcoming area. 💐🤍

ceramic nordic style vase

these are the perfect pairing for the ceramic vase in the entryway! so many guests have asked us if they are real. have lasted multiple years and will continue to! 🤍

silk flowers

this was such a nice addition to the bar cart to add some vertical space while maintaining the acrylic aesthetic! works well for wine bottles, spirits, or even cocktail and mocktail cans! love this 🤍

lattice wine bottle holder

🛁 bathroom

this space is all about maximizing storage so the counter can stay clear, clean, and calming. i wanted getting ready to feel fully relaxing and organized — no visual clutter, no digging through drawers. everything has a place, and everything makes my...

this was such a game changer for overflow storage! easy grab medicine, q-tips, cotton balls, bandaids, shaving supplies, travel-sized toiletries, and more! I am so glad we got this. 🤍

wood bathroom cabinet

by far the BEST investment for bathroom storage! made everything so much more neat and organized. this has our toothbrushes, toothpaste, flossers, mouthwash, q-tips, hair oils/sprays, anything we need for a quick get ready in the morning or wind down...

over the toilet cabinet

this thing was a game changer for toilet-side storage! toilet paper, cleaning products, soap, magazines, hair brushes/scrunchies, etc. 🤍

narrow floor organizer

these are great for sooo many rooms honestly! we just bought the pack with no plan for them, and ended up spreading them out amongst entryway, bathroom, living room, and kitchen! whether it's gift cards, batteries, q-tips, glasses, pens, etc. – can n...

non-slip organizers

nice way to make the bathroom space look clean/chic 🤍

tissue box cover

these are a game changer for under the kitchen sink! i use to store makeup, hair styling products, aromatherapy, sunscreen, skincare, and more 🤍

slide out organizers

bedroom

i fully believe in the science that your bed should be just for sleep — so this space is designed with comfort and calm in mind. luckily, our bedroom does have its own walls, so it’s truly just the bed, our books, sleep essentials, and humidifiers. n...

i knew this was the one from the moment i saw it - the coziest cloud bed 🤍

softframes ultra set

these have always been a staple in my bedroom since living at home! such an easy, sleek design and an affordable price!

sounds like these are getting discontinued – but can definitely be found on your local marketplace. i see them being sold all the time! 🤍

ikea malm dressers

works perfectly with the softframes bedframe! has supported our mattress perfectly since we got our bedframe. highly recommend 🤍

metal box spring

this hamper has been perfect in our closet! easily divided up by person or by lights vs. darks. inner bag comes out for easy carrying to the laundry room! 🤍

double laundry hamper

the size of our bedroom left us with VERY specific measurements for side tables and these fit perfectly! we have the light wood color. fits my storage basket with all my nighttime essentials, along with journals, chargers, and of course some side lam...

open wooden side table

i am obsessed with these for storage! i use them next to my bed to store chargers, crystals, mouth tape, room sprays, and any other bedtime essentials to keep things looking organized/calm/minimal. i also use them to store face cloths and reusable ma...

natural woven basket

living room

the heart of the studio — where we hang out, host, and wind down. these items help define the space while keeping it open and airy. it’s cozy without being cluttered, and each piece has to work hard and look good. 🤍

i am in love with this couch - we liked that it was longer than a typical couch, so we can curl up or cuddle on it! we watch tv on it every single night and sit on it throughout the day when WFH and it's still in great condition. highly recommend 🤍

feathers sofa

this was a great way to expand our couch space without having to get an L couch that wouldn't always be great for space. we will push this into the corner or into the couch to make our own L couch! 🤍

feathers one seater

i seriously love all the images of this being used for breakfast in bed. I bought this when i was working a lot from home on the couch and wanted a surface to work on. it can be used as a c shape side table, or just a regular coffee table! we have a ...

acrylic side table

i can't imagine ever having a cozy room or living room without these, i love them so much. even brought them with me to a hotel for a little getaway once! super easy to keep charged with rechargeable batteries, can set them up so they turn on/off at ...

flamelss pillar candles

once again, in a studio you don't always have the luxury of the long, wide furniture - like those beautiful tv console organizers with multiple shelves and drawers. this is a great substitute! neutral color to fit the aesthetic, while still having mu...

tv console organizer

i love these so much! another thing we will buy by the few and just figure out uses when we get home. we use these for cord storage, desk organization, produce storage in the kitchen, skincare organization, etc.! super versatile and can be adjusted t...

open storage box

another staple for tech and desk storage! 🤍

storage box with lid

i used to fold our couch blankets every single night and put them on the couches. i was looking for a blanket storage bin for awhile, and even ordered one, but the amazon ones were not cutting it! this has been such a staple for the living room now s...

round cotten rope blanket basket

office

our office is tucked right into the living room, so it had to be clean, compact, and easy to visually “close down” when the day ends. these are the minimalist productivity picks that help me focus without taking over the vibe of our shared space. 🤍

love this! worked great for many months at my desk at work - held up my monitor while leaving space underneath for keyboard and other knick knacks. 🤍

acrylic monitor stand

i sadly experienced a couple years of very serious upper neck and shoulder issues while working my desk job. one of the biggest fixes i needed to make was aligning my body posture with my screen and desk so that my neck was not being strained up or d...

small adjustable standing desk

this stool was a great addition to the standing/mobile desk setup to keep my neck and shoulders in alignment! super comfy and worth the splurge. i did months of research on other amazon stools, and the reviews always proved that material and quality ...

ergostool

another purchase i spent MONTHS deliberating and finally went for it – and it was SO worth it. super easy to store and transport because of the foldable design. tucked on the side of our couch for months, or can fit under couches that have a taller u...

foldable walking pad

kitchen

tiny, but mighty! i cook at home a lot, and this section includes the tools and organizers that make it easy to keep things tidy, aesthetic, and functional. minimal clutter, maximum flavor 🤍

this was a more recent edition as we gathered more kitchen appliances, but it has been so essential in opening up more storage space in the kitchen! we love it so far 🤍

kitchen island

i put off buying these for SO LONG but i wish i bought them sooner! we don't like drilling holes to hang things if we don't have to, and the sticky holders these came with have been incredible! have held tons of lemons, potatoes, kiwis, tomatoes, avo...

hanging fruit baskets

these are the BEST for cabinet organization! I bought a bunch of different sizes from target and re-did our whole kitchen. makes such a huge difference. 🤍

brightroom storage bins

soooo worth it for a clean and organized kitchen drawer! and the bamboo has been so durable and nice. has lasted us 3 years and will continue to be a great investment! 🤍

bamboo drawer organizer

cute, simple, and has lasted for years now! 🤍

black wine opener

has also lasted us years. machine washable, simple & effective! 🤍

oven mitt & potholders

simple black dish drying mat for when you're first settling in and don't have many dishes! or if you have a tiny counter like us and only have limited measurements between kitchen and stovetop for drying dishes 🥲🤍

dish drying mat

sadly our mdesign organizer is discontinued it seems, but this one seems comparable! a game changer for an organized spice drawer - i love it so much! 🤍

expandable spice drawer organizer