Makeover Reveal: From Small Unused Space To Cozy Office Nook

 

You may remember a few years ago, I shared with you how we claimed some unused space in our upstairs hallway to create a mini office area. My husband constructed a DIY built-in desk inside a small space provided by one of our dormer windows at the top of our staircase. 

 

 

Here is a look at what it looked like before...

 

 

 

(Dormer Area Before)

 

 

 

If you missed the original post on this project, you can catch the steps he took to build the desk here. 

We named this project the "Office Nook". 

 

 

 

(Dormer Area During The Building Process)

 

 

When he was finished constructing the desk, I gave it a coat of white paint, added a glass top to protect the wooden surface and introduced a new family computer. At that point, I called the Office Nook project complete. Since then, each member of our family of five has used this area every day. It's turned into one of the most hardworking spaces in our home. Even though it's one of the most used areas, it's definitely been one of the most neglected from a style standpoint. 

 

One quick trip to HomeGoods last week, and that is no longer the case. 

Take a look at our Office Nook now... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This little space has gone up a few notches not only in style, but also in comfort and function thanks to some unique finds at HomeGoods. I was able to turn our Office Nook into a "homey" office area that makes excellent use of a small space, works as a hardworking family work station and looks beautiful to boot without breaking the bank. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My goal was not only to give this area style, but also to make it feel like a small sanctuary where we enjoy spending time. Since the space is so small, there isn't a lot of room for unnecessary decor. In order for me to give our Office Nook personality without crowding the workspace, it had to be done with carefully selected necessities. 

 

Like this gorgeous rug...

 

 

 

 

 

And this amazing office chair covered in a gorgeous striped upholstery fabric. To help protect the light fabric from little ones with orange Doritos hands, I selected a beautiful light weight throw to place over the chair. 

 

 

 

 

 

Nothing says home like a cute pillow that says home. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Having a computer screen right in front of a window is both a blessing and a curse.  It's nice to have the view outside while working on the computer, however certain times of day the sun can cause this area to become hot. I added a pair of vintage shutters to the window that can be closed as needed. They added a little bit of time worn personality to the space as well, which was nice complement to all the new merchandise.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

One of the reasons I love shopping at HomeGoods is that I can find just about anything. When I went shopping for this styling project I reflected on how my family uses this space daily. When it comes to my time spent at the family computer, it usually involves a cup of coffee. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When my husband and the kids are using the Office Nook, it is usually in the evening. This meant a lamp would help to make the area more user-friendly for them. HomeGoods is one of my favorite places to shop for unique lighting at great prices. I found an amazing floor lamp with black and gold details. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check out this adorable notepad, it's so much cuter that the yellow sticky notepad we've had next to the computer for the last few years. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who said office accessories can't be pretty? Another reason I love to shop at HomeGoods is that you can find designer merchandise for just about anything needed in your home, even for areas like an office that may require things that typically wouldn't be considered attractive. 

Not only are the prices great and the style top notch, but you get the quality of designer merchandise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Office Nook has a more inviting look now, but more importantly has become a more comfortable  and functional space. The new office chair was by far my favorite find. It has an adjustable base that allows all of our family members the ability to raise and lower it depending on our personal preferences (and heights).  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Even though our Office Nook is a small area, it packs a big design punch in the upstairs hallway. Previously, it was wasted space, now it's a hardworking, functional, unique, custom design feature in our home.

 

 

 

 

 

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Get inspired and check out this video with HomeGoods and Sutton Foster teaming up to make her dressing room feel like home!

 

 

 

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