This elegant wooden shelf is more than meets the eye; Surprisingly, it started life as an unused pine table. The tabletop was cut down to create a low rustic ledge and the remaining wooden boards and legs were reshaped to create doors for the nearby media cabinet. Repurposing a piece of furniture that would normally have been thrown away is an eco-friendly solution that is cost-effective and a great way to add a unique touch to any space.
Who says a dining table has to be centered in the room? This table is leaning against the wall, but is kept visually balanced by the wine racks on either side.
Do you have a room in your house that you cannot quite understand? Something as simple as rearranging furniture can be the ticket to turning an awkward room into a stylish space. The upstairs dining room has an oversized table centered in the space; making the room feel small and completely blocking the flow of traffic. Moving the table against the wall makes the room feel much larger, allows for plenty of seating, and creates a better flow.
Using a screen to define a space is a handy design trick for interior and exterior spaces.
Divide and conquer! Portable screens are a simple solution for creating temporary walls or blocking a less than ideal view. This particular screen was created by attaching bamboo mats for a colorful backdrop to this outdoor living space.
Strategically divide large open spaces to create multi-purpose rooms.
The room above shows how dividing the space with a series of thick vertical supports turns an oversized room into two cozy spaces:a living room and a dining room. A country-style buffet built into a wall niche provides storage for both spaces and the two areas have been unified with warm hygienic brown paint on the walls and ceiling and a continuous slate tile floor.
This built-in buffet offers stylish storage and ample counter space to serve guests.
Storage can be stylish. This built-in buffet features sleek glass tile, floating glass shelves, and a modern concrete countertop. The lower cabinet provides ample storage space for glassware and party supplies, while hiding clutter. Small recessed lights at the top of the buffet illuminate the glassware and make this buffet a bright and sophisticated focal point in the room.
