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So you’ve got some extra room but aren’t sure what to do with it. While bonus rooms are a valuable asset, many Houston homeowners struggle to make the most of them. If this describes your current situation, there are a variety of ways to transform your unused space into a space you’ll never want to leave
The first step is to assess your constraints and priorities. Then, the options are limitless. Since most of us are spending more time at home these days, you may be yearning to convert your bonus room into more useful space, or even the space of your dreams.
Get More Work Done in a Better Home Office
Now that working from home is a common occurrence for many people, setting up a separate home office is the ideal option for all of your privacy and productivity requirements. Home offices can provide the needed peace and quiet to help you concentrate and get things done.
Bright, clean, sleek, and modern improvements are among the most recent design trends. Adding bookshelves and office chairs, throw pillows, plants, and rugs to your workspace can add depth and character, as well as a dash of color and texture. Of course, you’ll want to personalize it by adding personal images and little trinkets that inspire you.
Draw Creative Inspiration From a New Craft Room
An arts and crafts room can be a haven for the creative in you, serving as a source of inspiration and creativity. Every artist understands that the foundation of a good art space is good organization. Begin by installing built-in shelving and filling it with various-sized storage baskets to accommodate a variety of art supplies.
A mounted pegboard is a great way to keep tools like scissors, shears, and other crafting tools within easy reach on bare walls. If you enjoy painting or making ceramics, set aside a spot with plenty of natural light to work on your easel or wheel. Installing a sink will assist you in washing away any leftover paint strokes or clay that may have been left behind while you clean up your mess. Finally, a statement wall may bring the area together by showcasing the work you’re most proud of.
Create the Ultimate Reading Nook: A Home Library
A home library is a great place to go if you want to lose yourself in a novel. No matter how small or large your spare space is, there are many ways to establish a reading refuge. Built-in shelves can let you exhibit all of your favorite books by adding depth and storage. Multimedia shelves built to store DVD and Blu-rays can readily accommodate both hardbound and paperback books if you’re seeking for a cost-effective alternative. If you don’t have a lot of books, start by supporting your local bookstore and buying 1-3 of your favorites each month to start creating a collection.
After you’ve organized all of your books, a reading chair or loveseat will help you relax and enjoy your reading time. Any library should have adequate lighting. Nobody wants to struggle with reading. This difficulty can be solved by choosing a room with a large window or by adding excellent task lighting. Bring in some plants to keep you company for some green details and extra oxygen.
Create a Relaxing Zen Space
Yoga and meditation can help you refocus your mind and stay on track with your goals. Not to mention, it’s not a difficult addition to make to your home. Soft colors and pastels can help you concentrate by calming the mind. Adding Himalayan salt lamps, air humidifiers, natural wood flooring, plants, mirrors, rugs, and cushions can also help you relax and enjoy the sights and scents. A small indoor water feature can provide white noise as you meditate the day away if you want to go all out.
Have MORE Fun At Home With a Game Room
Every gamer’s ambition is to have their own dedicated gaming space. Creating a game room is a relatively simple decorating job that can be tailored to your specific needs. Purchase shuffleboard, table tennis, or billiards to host a competitive game night. Pinball equipment and classic arcade games like Pacman can give your space a nostalgic atmosphere if you appreciate the original arcade experience.
Setting aside a space for a couch and TV is the ideal use of additional space for the modern gamer to connect to their favorite video gaming console. Finally, who doesn’t enjoy a night of board games? Make sure you have a space set aside for games like chess, Monopoly, or Catan. Adding neon lights, video game posters, or even license plates to the typical game room experience can really dress it up.
Plan a Playroom
Instead of going to the amusement park, make a playroom for your kids to let their imaginations run wild. Children’s playrooms are a flexible alternative in which you can design an environment that suits their preferences. Have a kid who loves to be outside? Build an indoor treehouse with a swing and slide, so they can pretend to be in the jungle.
If your child is interested in space, decorating the room with stars, rockets, and astronauts can truly transport them to the moon. Small tables, in addition, are a terrific addition for toys like building blocks, automobiles, coloring books, and crafts. Add a cubby bench with boxed storage to hide all unneeded objects when it’s time to tidy up. Consider using bright colors, amusing wallpapers like animal or plant designs, or even a painting to draw attention to your walls.
Brainstorm a Terrific Teen Hangout
As children grow older, they seek out a place where they can have some privacy while still being able to socialize with their peers. Creating a teen hangout area is an excellent method to address this issue. When viewing a favorite show or streaming a new movie, having a TV and couch can be really useful. If your kid is constantly hungry, consider setting up a snack station with their favorite healthy (and unhealthy) goodies to satiate their late-night munchies.
Need help with any Houston home decorating project? Our decorating team would love to help – and we can tackle any needed decluttering and organizing needed to make the project work, too. Book an appointment here and let’s get started!
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