analysis: How To Create a Multipurpose Room

Make your wish list

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• How is your home failing you right now? Do you need more privacy or an area to gather more comfortably with your family? Have you had to give up on hobbies because there’s no room to work on them?

• Some popular multipurpose rooms include:

  • media room or home theater
  • meditation space
  • craft room
  • playroom
  • another home office
  • guest room
  • study room
  • home gym

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Look for room potential

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• The best place to start is the room you use the least. A guest room doesn’t make sense if it’s vacant 51 weeks out of the year. And there are no rules; a living room isn’t useful if it’s just for entertaining, so claim it for something else.

• Possible spots for improvement include:

  • basement
  • attic
  • garage
  • laundry room
  • guest room
  • dining room
  • living room
  • closets

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Divide into zoned areas

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• Room dividers may not afford full privacy, but it’s less likely someone will interrupt you if it’s hidden from view. Cordon areas off with a curtain or a set of bookshelves that add storage at the same time.
• You can also find woven sliding panels at the home improvement store or come up with your own chic solution.

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Choose double-duty furniture

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• The secret to a room that works for you is furniture that has more than one use or that you can fold away out of sight.

  • Surfaces:

    Need a desk? Choose a smaller computer desk or a corner piece. Wall desks can fold up and down for homework.
    

    Your dining room table can be used for anything if it’s the right size, and many options come with expanding leaves. Consider a protective covering for it or get a rustic table that won’t show wear. 

  • Leisure:

    Add a sleeper sofa for guests, or embrace the new generation of Murphy beds that fold down from attractive cabinetry.
    

    Oversized chairs are perfect for napping or quiet hobbies like reading. Add large cushions so you can be comfortable if a project calls for spreading things out on the floor.

  • Storage:

    Any room can benefit from vertical storage units like bookshelves or cabinets. Utilize the full height of the room for best results or build in shelves that can even increase the value of your home.
    

    Additionally, invest in closet organizers so all the space is used efficiently.

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    • Short filing cabinets can be used as end tables or nightstands
    • Ottomans are great for tucking away objects
    • Benches can double as seating and storage

• FINAL REMARKS

  These strategies on how to create a multipurpose room can apply to any space. Your home isn’t as limited as you think it is, so don’t let it limit how you live your life.

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