Quickly Convert a Closet to a Home Office Nook
When I got my first computer and launched a consulting career more than a few years ago, I was desperate to create some type of office space in my tiny apartment. I couldn’t imagine where I was going to find that necessary nook until I found some inspiration in Martha Stewart and set about converting a closet into a functional and space saving home office nook - what a terrific concept!
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Is there a new baby on the way and not much time (or money) to convert that spare room into a nursery that your little one will love? Don’t fret-with imagination and a little advance planning, you can do a great conversion job in the space of a weekend and with a budget of $200 or less. Figure $50 to $75 for paint and wallpaper, $25 to $40 for curtains and the balance for a rocking chair and a few pretty pictures found at your local flea market or thrift store. When it comes to budget decorating, treasure hunting can be half the fun! More on Weekend DIY Series: Convert a Spare Room to a Baby Nursery in 2 Days for $200
Try using indoor outdoor carpet over regular carpet for it’s durability and water resistance – it’s ideal for your porch. Turn that space into a more practical area with a comfortable and warm carpet under foot. Make your porch comfortable and it will be like having a new room in the home.
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Modern minimalist decorating is dramatic and impressive when properly approached. Despite popular opinion, modern minimalist decorating is not bare bones but rather everything in the room has a specific function. People seeking an organized oasis away from the cluttered chaos of the world will appreciate modern minimalist decorating.
To be sure we get it right, let’s first consider what each of the terms modern and minimalist mean to avoid confusion. More on Modern Minimalist Decorating: When it Works and When it Doesn’t