Help with this study/library corner
Luke H
4 years ago
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Luke H
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Comments (3)The visual artist needs the window - so position easel? or other working items where the keyboards currently are . . . and start working from there. The blue sofa cushions - maybe hang them against the walls (they could function as pinboards?) - but I think you need something to deaden the sound - or your neighbours may hate you. Rugs on the floor and the thickest drapes you can afford (or improvise with blankets) for the window. Hmmm . . . maybe artist towards the right-handside (door-side) of the window - trestles in L shape along the long wall, and a bit of the window to make 2 desks - and musician's stuff occupying the wall adjacent to the door and into the centre of the room? Everyone gets a shelf each in the cupboard . . . and a dedicated space in the room?...See MoreStudy - polished concrete or carpet?
Comments (12)Thanks @philippawright. Our concrete will be full exposure of the aggregate, so lots of movement and interest. We would definitely use a rug in this room if we did not have carpet. No messy hobbies in here. The room will be used as a study for my husband and I and will double up as a small sitting room (library and TV) with two armchairs. We have four bedrooms in our house so don't anticipate using this room as a bedroom. But you never know. Our style is modern, not industrial, but a touch of luxe with hand blown glass feature pendants, and timber accents. It was always going to be carpet. But the levels have left me confused. If the concrete polishers can grind the concrete down so that is is recessed, and there will be minimal step up from hallway to carpet, then I'll probably stick with carpet. Do you think this is a good plan?...See MoreStudy nook help!
Comments (25)I appreciate that you have used furniture that you like/have, is comfortable and within budget - you have created 2 separate functional areas in such a small space. Well done. I would try not to be offended by other comments because, if your brave enough to post photos and ask advice - you should be brave enough to take those comments with a pinch of salt... nothing in it. My honest opinion is... working with what you already have I would be inclined to bring the armchair forward a smidgen and squeeze a really tall artificial or real plant behind it. (Whatever your lighting allows for) Move the desk hard up against the right wall and position the lamp in the right corner (not middle of desk). I like the photo wall however would be concerned that 'seeing the frames' on both sides would make the room look smaller so I wouldn't position mirror on left side. Mirrors are great for that feeling of more space but not if the reflection is too busy in such a small space? I agree that you need height and in particular on that end wall. I think accentuating the end wall would be more beneficial space creating wise, than a mirror? Maybe even consider painting the desk / chair wall in a warm or cool colour depending on your taste! I think a small round jute rug would fit nicely sitting just under the foot stool? Have fun with it ......See MoreHelp with arranging furnitures for lounge/office study
Comments (28)This room seems to have an identity crisis. I'm assuming you have another living room where you watch TV etc. I would style the room as purely a den/study not a family lounge room. The snuggle chair is a show stopper and I would have it opposite the front door as you walk in. I would declutter the bookshelf so there's nothing on top and it's more of a display case for the models. I'd place it next to the snuggle chair, as in your picture above. Then I'd put the desk in your preferred position (diagonally opposite the snuggle chair). It's important you're comfortable while you work. I'd place a smaller cube storage, maybe a 3x4 Kallax, in the corner behind the doorway. This should take the overflow from the bookshelf and work files etc. I would completely remove the lounge and ottoman, it's lovely, but I don't think it fits. If there's room you could place a smaller occasional chair in the corner near the , but I'm not sure you need it....See MoreLuke H
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