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Blogger Autryville, NC on Jul 24, 2012

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Tiny attic apartment

We recently converted our over the garage bonus room into a little apartment for our daughter and granddaughter.

You can read more details at my blog http://creativelittledaisy.typepad.com/creat...

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Flanking the bed are two inexpensive closet maid cabinets dressed up with some beadboard wall paper and trim. The top is made from stair treads...
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The room lacked any architectural interest, so I added some by attaching tongue and groove pine paneling that had been stained to look old and weat...
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The other side of the room has a small "kitchen" area. The cabinets were purchased from the Habitat for Humanity ReStore and the refrigerator was free. The...
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The wall art was a pinterest inspired project using leftover wood from the back wall.
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Open shelving
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The space is 22 feet long by 11 feet wide. We tried to make the most of every inch by incorporating storage into every piece possible. The IKEA bed h...

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MaryAnn D Ocala, FL

Very nice

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Deanna North Richland Hills, TX

I love this, y'all did a fantastic job. I need this for my son!!!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 0
Kate N La Porte City, IA

This looks wonderful. You did an amazing job.

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Julie H Lititz, PA

Autumn, you did a beautiful job in making a little home for your daughter and her little girl. God bless you and them.

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Jayme T Mc Kean, PA

This is great! We have a loft over our garage. I've told my son he needs to make it into an apartment. Nice work!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
VictoriaLynn B

I would love to know the dimensions of this (square feet of floor space)? I love it!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Cyndy B Bivins, TX

Fantastic job by all of you...great use of the space and still CUTE! And what a wonderful way to help your daughter and yet she can keep her independence. Kudos on both fronts!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Barbara Isom Hurricane, UT

What a great idea. I love the coziness of the apartment.

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Bella B Tucker, GA

Gonna check out the beadboard wallpaper.

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Susan Lefors, TX

Wonderful job! Love the wood on the wall!

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Linda M Clinton Township, MI

I love it. I'd live there in a minute. So cozy!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Eclectically Vintage - Ke... New York, NY

Love that you used the old wood floor for the cabinet tops and that tongue in groove wall is fabulous!

on Jul 25, 2012 · Like 1
Becky H Tampa, FL

Your careful consideration to every inch of this apt. shows. Beautifully done. The colors compliment one another, while the room remains light in spite of limited windows. Love your built in's, using materials on hand. All seems double duty, and that takes planning. Kudos!!

on Jul 26, 2012 · Like 1
The Space Between Key West, FL

What a beautiful and resourceful idea!!

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Autum H Autryville, NC

Thanks everyone!
The room's dimensions are 11' by 22'.

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Jeanette Country Design S... Payson, AZ

Beautiful job. So light and airy. You made an awesome place for your daughter and grand~daughter.

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Connie Nikiforoff Designs Mandan, ND

Really really nice! I'm sure your daughter and granddaughter appreciate all the work you've put into this beautiful space.

on Jul 26, 2012 · Like 1
Jaye L Brighton, CO

That really turned out great! Is that a tongue and groove wall or a pallet wall? I love how it turned out!

on Jul 26, 2012 · Like 1
Autum H Autryville, NC

It is tongue and groove pine paneling Jaye L. I think the brand was Ever Tru from lowes.

on Jul 26, 2012 · Like 0
Lois B

that is really cute, It is so cozy looking, I am sure your daughter and granddaughter love it, I know I would.

on Jul 29, 2012 · Like 0
Susan Kulka Ballwin, MO

I need this kind of space for our daughter and granddaughter

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Brittany aka Pretty Handy... Raleigh, NC

Autum, your apartment is beautiful! I like your wood wall and the cabinets!

on Oct 28, 2012 · Like 0
Autum H Autryville, NC

Thanks Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl .

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Kate N La Porte City, IA

Your daughter and granddaughter are SO lucky to have such wonderful and creative parents.

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WsSbee Rolla, MO

Great Job and soooo cute!

on Feb 05, 2013 · Like 0