The layout is designed to provide optimum utilization of the space given. The apartment can be used as a fully functional home for 2-3 persons. The kitchen can contain all the appliances and a full sized cooking range along with a washing machine and a dishwasher. The hallway doubles up as a dress area with space for shoes storage and a vanity. The 'porch or balcony' area is utilized as a study. The bedroom/ living room can be either segregated or integrated together to form a single space.
The color scheme is kept to neutrals and whites to appeal to the majority since it is to be rented out. A hint of dusty blue adds a little bit of extra color. A theme or vertical alignment of materials is maintained to make the space seem larger, given the low ceiling height.