Name: Jessica Cook & Ryan Taylor and their cat, Olive
Location: North Shore — Ipswich, Massachusetts
Size: 700 square feet
Years lived in: 6 years; Rented
Jessica and Ryan are no strangers to the challenge of fitting a busy life into a small space. The two creatives have managed to live and work out of a 700-square-foot apartment for the last six years. Jess deals in vintage housewares and furniture, splitting her time between running her Etsy shop and working at a Danish Modern furniture shop, while Ryan works for online research databases by day and runs a record label by night. Their penchant for plants and vintage finds could easily leave their home feeling cramped, but with an edited aesthetic, they have found the right balance between functionality and coziness—creating a welcoming space perfect for both work and relaxation.
