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I don't know the exact number for our apartment, but I'd estimate we're living in about 700 sq ft right now. It's enough room for the pair of us (and is actually fairly similar to Baraka_Guru's apartment in terms of space, although the layout is different; granted there are about three people here who that will mean something to, but all the same).
Like others have said, layout is the key issue. We don't have a huge space, but it's very open and we're very happy with it. I wouldn't mind having a kitchen that's a bit bigger, but I also have a studio that I didn't expect to, so I'm okay with having a slightly cramped cooking space. It's also much much bigger than my previous space (~400 sq ft, maybe a bit less), so that's a plus.
I don't think having a lot of space is really as big a deal as some people think it is. As long as it's enough for your needs, I don't really see the point in having more. A second bedroom for us would be pretty much wasted, for example. We don't have enough overnight guests to need a guest bedroom (and have the futon besides), and the living room works comfortably for our computer, television/entertainment centre and bookshelves. We have a room to sleep in, and it means that we can keep somewhat different hours without disturbing each other.
Which reminds me that I need to pick up another bookshelf; Magpie was shocked at how many books I have when we were unpacking, apparently.
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I wake up in the morning more tired than before I slept
I get through cryin' and I'm sadder than before I wept
I get through thinkin' now, and the thoughts have left my head
I get through speakin' and I can't remember, not a word that I said
- Ben Harper, Show Me A Little Shame
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