How do i incorporate the space with built in bookcases & window seat?
I have bookcases and special toys all around the room. To better ultiize the space and to make it more inviting, I want built in bookcases and shelving, plus a window seat. I welcome your ideas.
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I have a window seat that has a piano hinge. If I had it to do over it wouldn’t open on top. I would either have drawers or openings with baskets/bins.
Call a trim carpenter if you really want a nice finished look. Bigger job than you think. Sounds like a great solution for your space.
Ikea
Yes I have seen several people who did ikea and added trim so that it looked custom and built in. Of course I can’t the project right now. 🤦🏽‍♀️
If you can access any of the eve space on the side they make great hide-e-holes for hidden storage.
Yes, Full width shelving both sides of the window with Ottoman Storage seat in between. Left open or built in would both look great! Storage seating would also be good along the other walls.