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Space Saving Series Part 2: The Bathroom

Continuing with our SPACE SAVING SERIES,

We bring you ... the BATHROOM.

Many bathroom spaces can easily become cramped, but there are plenty of times that they "seem" cramped solely because of the materials used.

See below TIPS we've decided are the best!

1. Wall Mounted Toilets and Faucets :

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This saves countertop space and provides for a seamless look!

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2. A Toilet/Sink Combo:

This one just cracks us up. I mean, how do you use this sink? Do you stand to the side, or straddle the toilet? Let us know in the comment section what YOU think!

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3. The Floating Vanity:

Lifting the vanity off the floor doesn't "save" much real space but visually gives off a more open and airy feel which makes the rooms seem more spacious

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4. Clear Glass Shower Surround:

Similar to the floating vanity, a clear glass surround helps the room not to feel closed in or cut off.

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Thursday, August 25, 2016 Comments: 0

Space Savers Part 1: For Small Bedrooms

One thing we always seem to need more of is storage.

Why do we all have so much "stuff", we shall never know. But finding ways to creatively disguise the mess and turn it into beauty is our job!

The bedroom is one of the places that always seems to attract clutter, but one of the places that you least WANT clutter.

Here are a few tips we've found that come in handy when clearing the clutter from your bedroom.

1. Wall Sconces as Nightstand Lamps

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2. A Chest as a Nightstand

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3. Platform Beds with Drawers

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4. Murphy Bed

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5. Wall Decor Doubles as Storage Space

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Stay tuned later in the week for a space saving BATHROOMS edition!

Tuesday, August 23, 2016 Comments: 0

Best Space Saving Tricks

The biggest question everyone always has ... how can I make more space in my home?

What tips and tricks do we have, you ask??

Well we have a few tricks up our sleeves that utilize our creative brains ;)

1. Utilize multifunctional furniture: There are so many options on the market today. From integrated wine storage, to retractable desks and dining tables, using one piece of furniture for multiple purposes will always help to save space in the end.

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2. Put your items on display: Like we designed in this french style kitchen, this open shelving concept encourages you to keep things tidy and organized, which in the end helps to not accumulate clutter.

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3. Construct storage wherever you can: Do you have a blank wall or open space that is unused? Add built in bookcases or chests for storage and shelving.

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4. Change spaces you normally overlook: Turn your world upside down and look at places in a different manner. You might see an opportunity for a strange shaped cabinet or a new design that helps save you space in the long run.

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5. Add a loft: This requires a bit more planning and money, but if you are really looking to add space to your home, adding a loft can be a unique, and purposeful.

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Good luck as you begin your space saving venture!!

Thursday, April 23, 2015 Comments: 0

Space Saving Furniture Tips: Sofa Table Wrap

We are on fire in search of unique solutions for you-

Introducing....

The Table Wrap:

Sounds like a sandwich doesn't it!?

Well, don't be fooled. It's a unique space saving piece of furniture that is turning heads.

We recently came across this adorable "furniture piece" and couldn't help but to share it with you!

When you don't have the space for an end table, but still need a place to set your drink,

what do you do?? Now you'll know you need a sofa table wrap ;)

You can have it customized to the exact size of YOUR sofa arm so that it will

fit perfectly over where you need it to!

Even if you have a curved sofa arm, or a rolled arm... you're still in luck! This table also comes in a slanted version for that specific purpose!

You can choose from several different reclaimed wood finishes to customize it just for your taste.

Check out the ottoman wrap table!! It's perfect.

Let us know if YOU have a space saving place you might need a "wrap table" for!!!

Thursday, May 23, 2013 Comments: 0

Useable Spaces out of Unusual Places

For anyone that has ever had that "awkward" area, or "dead-space" corner... THIS post is for you!

We LOVE to create unique, functional spaces out of the "difficult" spaces in your house.

Let us help you turn your unusual places into useable spaces!

Check out these tricky spaces and solutions!

1. Snug spaces - Banquettes are great for using space wisely, just hope you like everyone you get to sit next to in the cozy area ;)

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2. Have an unused closet? Create a work space that you can close off from view when you need to hide it!

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3. Under-stair areas are always difficult. Yet again, by the use of the banquette sofa, you create lots of new seating while not taking any walk space away from your line of travel.

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4. A new approach to window seats...beautiful way to bring a cozy seating group inside.

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5. Add a "sofa" seating to the bay window through a window seat.

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6. Bunk Beds -- the world's best space saver. When done correctly, these systems are gorgeous!

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7. Window Bed - Free up the rest of your room by letting your bed be the "window" seat.

8. This was done at the top of a staircase landing....by adding a curtain rod and drapery panels, you now have a separate room with a built in sofa and bookshelf.