kitchen, dining
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DINING / ART SPACE Store wisely. Clutter does not benefit studying or creativity, so set up proper and organized storage. “Keep frequently used tools and materials in open containers for easy access, and keep anything extra or items used only occasionally to dedicated shelves and marked boxes,” says interior designer Jenna Denson.
Dining Room / Art Space. Create distinct workspaces. “As tempting as it is to combine study and craft surfaces, resist it,” says designer Martha O’Hara. “For a room to have true dual functionality, you’ve got to create specific and different spaces for multiple activities.” If you're worried about the space seeming cramped, remember that a desk doesn’t need to be large. Simply allow for enough room to work with typical study essentials, like a book, notebook and laptop.
HOMEWORK ZONE Color and style make organization more attractive to children. Really. Cubbies, files and a place for their stashes make homework time and locating papers that need signing less of a burden. A simple bookcase in a corner of the kitchen or in your back hall could easily be converted to help school-goers stay organized.
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To save space in this small kitchen, Justrich built the refrigerator into what was originally a second doorway into the kitchen. Justrich wanted most of the things in his kitchen to be eco-friendly and low-maintenance, so he chose several European appliances as they tend to save space and energy.
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