Tuesday, January 29, 2013

little nook

When we bought our 1933 Craftsman-style bungalow home {at least that's how it was described on the listing} we loved so many things about it...the character and charm that is only found in older homes, the mouldings, the old windows {minus the drafts}, the basement — that is, the fact that it had one, the eat-in kitchen, a front porch, the backyard,  just to name a few.
 
We also loved the space up the curved stairs. A wide open room with a small {tiny} nook that we could only imagine the possibilities for. The nook doubled in size after we renovated the upstairs to become a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and storage areas. Over the years it has been a place for the ironing board, a reading area, a second nursery, and now a home office space. I recently rearranged the furniture and brought out an old bookcase that I found in the attic and, aside from finding the perfect little rug, I love it!

 
The desk was given to us — it's Pottery Barn. It has a matching chalkboard. I found the chair in my Mom's garage and added a Pier One cushion. The bookcase is Home Goods.



Family photos. A card from sissy. Some of my favorite books. A chick — with a pink flower in her hair.
 
I am loving the new space. It's well lit and cozy. Looking forward to adding a few more little touches and the space is complete.
 
Have you created any new spaces in your home? Brought out any old furniture? Found a piece in your Mom's garage?
 
Have fun!

3 comments:

Kathleen said...

woah - love it! Such a perfect spot for some of your favorite things.

The Domesticated Wolf said...

love your blog and so nice to meet you at the young house love book signing!

Danielle said...

Paige, I love your little reading / blogging nook. It is so important to have these creative spaces. x