Have your kids recently flown the coop, or are you just finding that you have extra space on your hands that always seems to be cluttered and unorganized? Most homes have a flex or bonus room that can often be a problematic configuration, awkward to get to, or just not large enough to make into anything official. These can be lofts, spaces over top of the garage, or extra room that has been built into your main floor.
If you're anything like us, this room has likely found itself in a multitude of roles throughout the years. Perhaps it was the kids play room when they were young turned study area when they got older. Maybe this is where all your storage ends up, or perhaps it doubles as an extra TV/gaming room that hardly anyone uses due to the clutter. Sound familiar?
These rooms may be hard to design, but with the right custom solution, you can transform the space, taking advantage of the extra square footage without making any dramatic changes to your home. We encourage you to create a room that is simple, functional, and fresh, so that it can become a place you no longer avoid, but instead want to spend your time in. Here are some ideas!
Home Office
One of the most significant burdens of these spaces is the shape and how to access them. It might be a nightmare trying to get a desk up above the garage due to hallways and staircases, or the space might be too narrow to accommodate a standard size piece of furniture. Creating a custom desk that nestles into the corner or tucks under an overhang can make all the difference. Add some custom shelving and a few art pieces, and this can be your new workspace that inspires you to hammer out deadlines and come up with new innovative ideas.
Craft Room
The key to a functional craft room is storage. We can work with you to create custom storage solutions that fit within the space and will organize all your supplies. From cubbyholes to drawers to paper organizers for all those scrapbookers out there, a few additional pieces can make a world of a difference. Transform your space into one that holds all of your passion projects and sparks your creativity regularly.
Media Room
A media room can mean many things, so it's up to your family how you interpret it. Perhaps it's a place you put a games table that also doubles as your board game storage area, or it's where you've set up the kid's gaming devices so that they can get out of your living room and keep the noise in a concentrated area. Having a separate place to hang out will make the entire house feel larger and not so crowded.
Smart Storage Room
If it's already a storage room, but you can't access 90% of the items in storage, it might be time to minimize and reorganize. Adding custom shelving to fit the space, various wall organizers, and even some cabinets to hide those messy looking items can make a real difference. This will allow you to go through your items and determine what you're using and what you no longer need, while creating a system is fresh and easy to access at all times.
Home Library
You know those Pinterest worthy libraries that you pin all the time and imagine having some day? We can help you create one in the space you have already. Dust off your books and let us help you install floor to ceiling shelving that will act as a display case and give you the room of your dreams. Add a comfy reading chair and corner desk if space permits, and let your imagination run wild in this newly designed space in your home.
Do you have any suggestions on how to recreate that extra space in your home? Let us know in the comments below!
If you're looking to transition your bonus room into a fresh new space and could use a little help with the configuration, let us know. We can help you by first assessing your space and then working with you to come up with a solution that is modern, timeless, and affordable.
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