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As someone who just moved into her first studio two days ago - forget the futon. Get a real bed - a big one. Put your TV across from it (wall mounted, if you can).

Skip the sofa. How much seating do you need? You can watch TV on the bed and you'll appreciate the space.

Things I learned the hard way:
1) The place is smaller than you think it is once you move everything in.

2) unless you're planning on entertaining, you don't need everything you would for a 1 br.

3) Have a place to sit (chair, etc) other than your bed. Not a sofa - no room - but it gets old eating all your meals, working, etc all in bed.

4) USE YOUR WALLS. Store up up up! Load up on hooks, shelves etc.

If you have to divide the room, consider a small bookshelf/cabinet unit like ikea' s Expedit - it provides storage and keeps the room feeling big.