I think it would look really cool to panel a door to the bathroom and have it blend in with the wall so you don't notice there is a door there. A secret passage to the bathroom how awesome would that be!
The old office would make an amazing library with real wood bookcases floor to ceiling with just a couple of comfy chairs and a light to read in. An antique library table would be an added touch.
Or perhaps small cabinets or drawers on the window side. Don't forget Macenna if you give prior built ins away. Really like secret passage door to bathroom, maybe with shelves to office side that open to the bathroom
I lived in mid century house designed by Enrico Taglietti - with all the original built ins, including an entire office.I loved the long, low lines. Directly above the desk which spanned an entire wall, he designed a built in lightbox, with soft downlights illuminating your work. The top of the box served as a shelf for books. It was such a productive space!
That sounds amazing! Enrico was one of the great architects. I always have and always will love MCM. The way I imagine the space you described, I'd probably find it productive as well.
It looks beautiful, Drew! The next time you install tongue and groove wood products, use a little piece of off-cut to lock in to the piece you want to hammer, and hammer that instead so that you don't dent the wood edge or break the tongue! I think two shelves would look great over the desk, and I would consider some shallow drawers under that little shelf under the window!
I thought the same. I can see you consulting with your future clients as your business grows and grows. But I like the suggestions of making it a library as well…
Lol, I thought you were suggesting that he invite clients into this new office he just built. Like " Yes please step into my bedroom and then step into this tiny space just beside my bathroom. What? I'm not creepy at all" 😂😂😂 But you obviously meant the old office. Makes much more sense! 😂
Hot tip for you Drew- you can get high-end fine tooth “finish cut” blades for your jigsaw that leave a smooth finish without all the splintery rough edges. I avoided my jigsaw for years because I hated dealing with the roughness of the cut and all the sanding required… but now I use it all the time!
I love the idea of making the bathroom door blend in with the wood, and making it a secret door that leads to the bathroom! Even having small shelves to make it look like a bookcase. I love the idea of covering the ceiling with the oak, as well. It instantly would become a true nook, and so cozy, pulling you in to work on your laptop. You make design so much fun, and inspiring!
I’m loving this. On the window side where you are considering adding an extra shelf I think that you should consider making custom drawers to fit underneath the shelf. You mentioned that you don’t have any drawers in your room. The drawers would work for your socks and underwear as well as for office supplies.
@maureengreen617 good point, but do you think perhaps because the drawers would be low, it may actually give the space more depth and possibly even it up a little, could you see that at all?
Great job! To avoid damaging the tongue and groove boarding, you may want to consider using a rubber mallet. Alternatively, use a scrap piece of the tongue and groove (placed against the board you're attaching) and hit the scrap piece with the hammer or mallet instead.
It’s hard to remodel or decorate a home until you live in it for a while. What might work sometimes doesn’t. Making a house a home is a process. Sometimes it needs changing or refreshing
That's what everyone told him when he started the house videos but I think he preferred having more content to post instead of waiting to live in the space a bit more.
1st thought was 2 shelves. But then I thought maybe 1 shelf so it doesn’t close in that space too much. Put more shelves on the other side for storage. Leave just one for decor above the desk. Wow, it really looks great. Love the tongue and groove in that color. I also am in love with the thin planks. Such a nice change!
One shelf above the desk would be good, put more shelves on the other side and or cabinets on the bottom of the other side. It is looking good. You will need good lighting also.
It reminds me of an old fashioned man’s library. I’m loving the globe because that sets it off. Maybe some desk accessories in a soft leather, a beautiful anniversary clock on a shelf and LOVE the chair in green! This space is going to be fabulous!
The closet office is turning out beautifully well! Given the height of the ceiling, I would go with two shelves above the desk. For the door to the bathroom, what about a set of tiny french doors that open into the bathroom? Keeping it maybe a frosted glass to allow light to flow through the two areas. For the old office space, I think that room would look wonderful as a reading area. Think a little bit of a gentlemen's lounge mixed with some dark academia.
Someone mentioned a panel door that was actually secret and you couldn't see it! I thought that would be amazing too! I could see a windowed door would work to...how exciting, it will look incredible anyway! Definitely fun to chat about options here though 😊
First of all Drew…the shirt you had on in the intro looked stunning on you!! It really brought out your eyes…so handsome!! The office is looking great so far!! I would definitely add 2 shelves above your desk. You have so many stylish items you could add to them!! Putting another shelf under the built in on the opposite side is a great idea!! Can’t wait to see it finished!!🥰
@lonefox Drew!!! Please please take my advice, above the desk, install two of the 4” can lights, or smaller. Just two small lights. With a small space and all that warm wood, you will thank me! Plus it will light up your desk and the space beautifully without taking up any room. If you can swing it, I would do one more over the center of the built-in on the other wall.
Loving this idea of an Office nook. Sometimes the pressure of feeling you have to work in a dedicated office can be unappealing so I don’t blame you for making this change. Re shelving, I would put the shelf for books behind the chair below that built-in and then one shelf over the desk with a beautiful piece of artwork above it. And btw you really should be hammering those wood planks with a rubber mallet. I was cringing when you used a regular hammer for fear you’d damage the wood. Whatever decisions you make I’m sure this nook will look gorgeous! Have a great week! 😊
Yes regarding hammer!! We have a big orange rubber dead-blow mallet filled with sand so it doesn’t rebound AT ALL. It’s probably my favorite tool, I loooove my dead low mallet. Drew would be happy to add that to his arsenal!
My dad was a carpenter and I also cringed through the entire video as Drew hit the desk base on the side to drive it in and all of the wall wood. Definitely get yourself a great rubber mallet. Make sure it is a weight and heft that is comfortable for you to use over periods of time. I think shelves behind you for your reference material and shelves above you that hold items that inspire you.
Interesting commentary } But Honestly "Drew You know Your quirks Better than Anyone else. " Thus I'd say follow your instincts, as they haven't stirred You Wrong Yet ! Now, as for the Old Office , Do Remember as Your Businesses are Growing and Life progresses in spurts, Having a Professional Office Space for Official Business Meetings, is Also a Great 👍 Look of A Successful Businessman and Maybe 🤔 that's Exactly 💯 % What that Area of the House Will Be Moving into "in the Near Future" ; As "You've Diffinately Been Creating Your "Dream Spaces"... although many opinions are workable & very feasible in their minds is it in Yours ?? You Honestly Don't want to take any business meetings in Your Bedroom 😮= Right ?😂 So Not Professional 😢 So moving forward, Please just update your Original Office until you find that color vibe You're grooving towards and that might mean a slight paint color change Knowing You 😂 (Now Deeper shades of the Dark Green Are colors that vibrate Money>>> Bringing Money 🤑 💰 is Still the Vibration Needed >Maybe it's the hue used or the energy of the placements of the Office Furniture that needs Revamping or maybe you Need a little feeling of wealth in That exact room or a luxer richer vibrational vibe in their....Relook, Reimagine ; than redo til it's Feeling Nothing but Successfulness whenever You See 🙈 into that Space but also think energy flow don't block the entrance into but make it feel that vibration of welcoming in success (maybe it's a wallpaper, or A luxe feeling powerful chair or a mural behind the desk but something is blocking your Flow rather than inviting it into that space ... .Since You've Not 🚫 yet Used it >> maybe it's again a color vibrational Thing< but since it's off your meet and greeting / entrance & entertainment area do reconsider>...As Magazine editors, & professional meetings still need professional spaces to Meet in...just be patient A Little Longer with Yourself and see yourself as the client ..Your instincts are Usually Great 👍 Ask Yourself> Please and Tell Her I Said "Hello" & Happy New Year OH ,by the way" Your bedroom is the Cutest but it's hilarious You've put your desk in that space next to the Bathroom 😮 Now You Should make that Door a Secret Bookcase Entrance to Your Secret Bathroom as You Don't want to be flushing Your Money Down the toilet 🚽🪠,so a Bookcase Door division would help prevent that Also it's like having a private secret bathroom moment or Narnia Moment 😮..😂
Maybe you could make a hidden door that gives the illusion of a solid wall adjoining the bathroom. Remove the molding, replace with a flat door that swings into the bathroom and runs flush with the wall when closed. Panel across both the wall and door, piecing the door front so it matches. Add a minimal, discrete knob.
I think two custom curtains to hide the door or pull apart and secure with some cast iron decorative pieces or beautiful ropes with big tassels would be warm and romantic for the bedroom but functional and professional when pulled apart when you are in the office mode.
Definitely shelves above the desk and also on the other side. You can never have enough storage space. The old office would make a great reading/library space. Make it cozy and warm, to snuggle up with a good book and have some coffee or tea. Although you said, you don't read much. Could also be a project/craft room.
Two shelves above the desk, over beneath the former built in vanity, a shelf, yes, but then go for a bisection cubby, with three total cubbies with roll out baskets holding office supplies, a waste bin, etc…
I think you should have both spaces. Mini office for you. But there may be other professional meetings/zoom calls/events that would warrant the 2nd office. Plus why not it is beautiful.
For your question about shelving, I think maybe do bookshelves under the shelf on the side opposite the desk. Then you’d only need one shelf above the desk for decor to keep a more open feel to your work area.
Two shelves, you have the space for them. There are spaces in our home where we can work instinctively and other places where it is impossible, probably a matter of good vibes. I am working in the middle of my living room, more exactly my living room became my office and I receive people in my office 😂 I have plenty of space to do my office anywhere else in my home but the living room is the only place where I feel good to work… So I totally get what you are saying.
I think you should put a shelf up on the opposite side of the desk for sure. That is a great idea. I don't know if you are able to make cabinet doors for that area. but I would like to see it enclosed. So it looks more like a built in cabinet piece. And Then I think one shelf above the desk up high enough so that you could hang a painting under it.
I like the ideas of the shelves above the desk, but i wouldn't make them stick out very much. Maybe just enough to put books on. I think it could start looking cluttered. Putting small drawers under the window area would help w the smaller items like ur stapler, tape, pens etc... It looks great.
On the window wall, agree with adding the lower shelf but would add doors. Granted, few will see the area but you may grow tired of seeing all the 'stuff' if the shelf becomes a catchall..and sometimes there are supplies that just need to be tucked away. More calming, emotionally, to reduce visual 'clutter.' As another posted, great idea for the 'hidden bathroom' door. There is hardware for secret openings which don't require a knob on the outside. Hang some artwork on the door to further give the illusion of a solid wall..
Apothecary! Please please please do an apothecary built in under the shallow wall drawers. You can hold all sorts of papers and doodads for current projects and inspiration. This way you can keep all potential clutter on that side of the closet area and keep your desk space clear to comfortably spread out what you are working on. Plus, you could have it be made of wood as well to continue the paneled wood stain color to match and blend in. Other adjustable shelves above that and above that desk is a good idea too, kind of like a mini library.
I totally agree about having a desk within a room other than an office. I don't know why, but I just wasn't motivated to go in there. With my sit stand desk and a lovely wicker screen with a tall bookcase on the living room side, there are no cords to be seen. Funny, because I had dreamed of an office for so many years. My cat never wanted to hang with me in there. He knew. 😂
Adding a couple of shelves over the desk, shelves to finish up under the window and a beautiful light is going to set it off nicely. It’s looking sooooo good.
Two shelves above the desk. Make the upper one be not as deep as the bottom one for more visual interest. You could even have three shelves with the top two not going all the way from wall to wall but half or 3/4 and stagger them.
Hi Drew and Justin! With so much wood, what about tin ceiling? Not silver but a bronze? Small French doors with maybe reeded glass to bathroom? Have a great day!
The giant-paisley shirt in the intro is covetable! This looks great so far. I'm surprised by how much I like the wood surrounding a whole area. But I most love that you are tailoring it to your needs and taste.
Everything you’ve planned is great the only thing I would add is the pass though from the bedroom u can find a company that makes moldings that bend to make the transition more finished looking I know companies that make bendable molding that make staircases and such also u can get rubber but I wouldn’t suggest that
I'd vote for 2 shelves with under-shelf lighting, just to draw the eyes upward and eliminate shadows caused by the shelving. I'd also think back to the office you loved in your old apartment and incorporate the very same things that you used most/loved most about it because it'll help to make this new office just that much more successful for you!
Isn't it strange how we gravitate to such different things? Yet, it makes us all so unique. For myself I would need lots of natural light, a view and no paneling. I've had these conversations with fellow writers as we talk about our writing spaces. Some need to sit in cafes, have big glam offices, work in the bedroom, a laptop desk on the sofa, the kitchen etc. I can't handle paneling or lots of wood. I'm originally from Scotland but we moved to VT when I was a child. I'm over the cabin stuff 😂 Yet, whatever allows us to be productive is the perfect spot for us. This little space is what brings you to your sweet creative spot Drew and it's perfect for you. I love your vision and how you bring joy to all your designs. I have been back in Europe the past five years and upon returning to the states later this year I am going to miss the fantastic (much cheaper) prices for all my vintage and antique finds. I will need to decorate after my move and will definitely be incorporating some of your ideas. I look forward to your next video and all that you create in your new office.
I completely understand adding an office to your closet area, but I adore your original office design. It is my favorite in the house! (I especially want that lamp!)
ONE SHELF TWO SHELF RED SHELF BLUE SHELF… REGARDLESS!!! A pothos would LOVE a home on one!!!!! The lighting is great and he would love any and all humidity that may come from the bathroom! And I just love a good plant in my study space. They are always so lively and never failed to boost my mood.🤭
It’s coming together really well! A natural wooden bead curtain would lightly separate the bathroom from the nook, without making it feel claustrophobic, yet adding a bit of visual privacy to the bathroom. There are some fabulous Spanish ones available that would go well with the style and era.
Drew, I think the space across from your desk would look so good with a smaller version (you would probably need to make it) of a barristers cabinet. You know the cabinets where the front panels are glass framed in wood and the pull up and slide back into the cabinet. I hope that makes sense. The other idea I have is to buy or make custom file cabinets which you can also find in wood to match everything else. I am not a fan of putting the wood on your ceiling it would be far too heavy for such a small space. How about doing a painted mural there? As far as the doors go for privacy when you work consider French doors one small set on each door or just one door on either side. Just a few thoughts. BUT you do what makes you happy in your home! Love your channel ❤
it will so cosy your new office nook, i would change the old one into board/card game nook with a vintage transformable card and boardgame table for extend the livingrooom place, but whatever you will do there it will be beutifull😉💜
the office with the green walls would make a cozy library, with 2 leather chairs with stand lights, shelves along that back wall....lovely....I have so many books, and books yet to read...would love a space like that for my books.
Love this space! 2 shelves and something foe cubbies on other end. I have a little cubbie with a desk and small drawer just for desk stuff. I work in there more then when i had a entire room for a office. Not sure why. . Its cozier maybe. I love your work drew. I would love to have you come to my home. Someday maybe i will be able to afford a designer. .
I think an arched header would be stunning and allow you to capture a wider hallway as needed that could permit more flexibility to the depth of your closet office space.
Definitely two shelves above the desk & a shelf on the opposite wall in the dead space. I'm a book addict so i put bookshelves wherever i can fit them 😅
floating shelf with integrated LED lighting. Your suggestion with a shelf on the other side as well is a good ideas. I would also install a small wooden drawer to be able to keep the desk tidy and clean.
The office nook is a great idea. Yes, do put a shelf below the previously built in area and I'd go for two shelves on the desk wall. I'd also paint the ceiling rather than doing wood paneling avoiding a living in a box feel. My favorite part - seeing green grass and the trees. A nice change from snow.
What I enjoy most about you is how you embrace evolution! You find such creative ways of repairing, taking chances, creating really interesting transitions and transformations. Well done, sir!!!
I would do the 2 shelves and maybe make a door to the bathroom with the same wood. A shelf underneath on the opposite wall would be nice and give more space for stuff. It's coming along nice. Cant wait to see it finished.
I think two smaller shelves over the desk pulled to one side and beside the shelves on the blank wall space a pretty piece of art work. On the opposite side of the desk I’d use the same wood you used for the walls and make cabinet doors and enclose that area in. I really don’t care for open storage spaces. It looks cluttered and chaotic to me . The space in my mind should be plain and simple. Less is more. Im sure whatever you do will look wonderful PS about wood on the ceiling. I’d color match the wood walls. Wouldn’t go to the extreme of paneling the ceiling. Put your efforts into something that will be note worthy. Have fun , love watching your videos Karen from Florida 🌴💕
Hi Drew. My suggestion is for you to add a shallow shelf about 8” above your desk top to be addition work surface so you have a maximized area on your desk to use. the shelf can be where your large flat screen monitor sits on then your laptop or keyboard on your desk below. The shallow shelf can be a place for tape measure, a pen holder, a lamp…. and then you can add 2 more deeper shelves higher up for books and decor. I also think your chair needs to be armless so it can tuck in for aisle space.
Love the wood walls and desk. I did a closet into an office once and put shelves on the side walls and the back wall. It was great for books, fabric containers, and decor accessories. It did have that library office feel. I also put in underlighting on the shelves that helped with the shadowing you get with the window behind you. Just a suggestion.
I think a library in the old office would look beautiful. Like wall to all floor to ceiling bookcase and two dark red leather oversize chairs, with beautiful over bead light and a beautiful floor lamp.
Cantilever, staggered shelves over desk & floating shelves on the bottom of opposite wall. Yes to the paneled wall, aka door. So satisfying to observe your artistic endeavors~
Cann't wait. Yes two shelves on one wall and one shelf on that bottom and please tell me your bedroom walls are not white!!!!! You are so creative and relatable. Hugs and cheers
I think you should go with one shelf over the desk to start. You can always add a second. On the window side perhaps you could construct a shoe storage cabinet under the current built-in.
I love that you rework the spaces to fit what you actually use after time. The light is a lot better in the office nook vs the office too. It's just got nice natural light and feels airy even though it's small. The other room looks like a reading room or something like that.
Really love the office nook. Yes add a shelf in that dead space. You could stash design books and sample swatches within easy reach. Floating shelves above the desk is a great idea too as they will add a spot for office supplies and decor as well.
Love where you are going with wood. RE shelves over the desk: do you want 2 shelves above you? How about 1or 2 shelves on either 1 or both short wall? Just a thought. Tina.
2 shelves above the desk for all of your fun stuff. Maybe wallpaper on the ceiling (sooo many great choices)? Im afraid that more wood would feel too heavy.
Suggest that you make the bathroom door a frosted glass OR leaded glass & stained glass in diamond pattern. It would be gorgeous… mysterious, and cozy at the same time. It would look like a library cubby at Oxford or Cambridge. Also a door with a very thin Alabaster panel would glow if bathroom is lit which would look like the Law Library at U of M (ichigan).
That is coming together so well! For some reason, that space excites me. That window is very important and I think that it would be nice to have some closed storage there. And since you do have lots of vertical space above your future desk, at least two shelves would be great. Can't wait to see how it will all look and feel in the end and I hope that your new office will have a good vibe and be inspiring to you. Justin made me laugh.
I would do two shelves over your desk and a beautiful oil painting with an art light above the painting. On the other side I’d do some built in file cabinet drawers you could use in multiple ways even for clothes if needed.
❤❤ In my children's bedrooms I did the same thing. Each of the rooms had 2 closets. So one closet became their office (study section with shelves for books etc). Added wallpaper and scones for more light. Took doors out of this closet so it could be very accessible for them. Saved the doors. The other closet, I moved their dresser inside the closet so they can still use it. Above the dresser was their hanging cloths. So, everything to wear was in one closet. Kept the doors on this particular closet to be closed when not in use. The rooms were clear of clutter. Love all your ideas❤🙏
Someone else mentioned having the door to the batgroom also be borded so it blends in is an awesome idea, and, i think for space savjng, having the doir be sliding into tge wall, instead of traditional open close woul make yhe mist sencd for me. What an awesome video!!
I love the way your office nook is turning out. Shelves above the desk is going to look sooooo good. As far as the dead space a nice cabinet will be great. That way you can keep your office supplies and chargers out of sight when you want to take a rest from working.
2 shelves above the desk as you can change the dressing of them around as and when you want and one or two shelves on the opposite side underneath the drawers for black or decorated storage boxes underneath for cords, pc storage, paper/documents and other important information Then add plants trailing down off the desk shelves and cool frames on the wall and greenery and add your own shelves styling design sparkle as always x ❤ love your videos! X
Underneath that little shelf-thing opposite the desk, maybe install a cabinet instead of shelving. That way you could hide unsightly, occasional-use tech when you're not using it. On the other side, consider a large piece of framed art over the desk, and 2 small shelves on the wall beside the bathroom doorway, with an eye-catching arrangement that will lift your mood as you exit the bedroom. Paneling looks great, by the way!
I think it would look really cool to panel a door to the bathroom and have it blend in with the wall so you don't notice there is a door there. A secret passage to the bathroom how awesome would that be!
yeah!!
Ohhhh such a fun idea!!
I love that idea!
That sounds amazing!😊
YES!!!!
The old office would make an amazing library with real wood bookcases floor to ceiling with just a couple of comfy chairs and a light to read in. An antique library table would be an added touch.
I was thinking the same thing!!!
That is also what I would do if it were my house :)
Ooh! Yes! I love the idea of a library/reading room! Great idea! ❤
That is such a great idea! I hope Drew does that.
Love this idea!
Two shelves and definitely add that extra shelve on the other side. It is looking so great.
I second this motion!
Or perhaps small cabinets or drawers on the window side. Don't forget Macenna if you give prior built ins away. Really like secret passage door to bathroom, maybe with shelves to office side that open to the bathroom
I can’t wait to see it finished! You’re so talented!
Agree. Two shelves and a shelf on the other side or a shelf with doors so you can store your office stuff.
I lived in mid century house designed by Enrico Taglietti - with all the original built ins, including an entire office.I loved the long, low lines. Directly above the desk which spanned an entire wall, he designed a built in lightbox, with soft downlights illuminating your work. The top of the box served as a shelf for books. It was such a productive space!
Wonderful architect. I love his Canberra work👍🏻
I love that!
That's a great idea! It would be good to have task lighting right above the desk that way ❤👍
That sounds amazing! Enrico was one of the great architects. I always have and always will love MCM. The way I imagine the space you described, I'd probably find it productive as well.
I was thinking the same regarding under shelf lighting.
It looks beautiful, Drew! The next time you install tongue and groove wood products, use a little piece of off-cut to lock in to the piece you want to hammer, and hammer that instead so that you don't dent the wood edge or break the tongue! I think two shelves would look great over the desk, and I would consider some shallow drawers under that little shelf under the window!
yeah, it was hard to watch him hammer directly on the boards. glad you mentioned this.
OMG, Drew, is this an hommage to the murder room? 😂😂😂 It looks very cosy and 2 shelves would look great!
The fancy office is to have future guest clients when you design their entire homes!
I thought the same. I can see you consulting with your future clients as your business grows and grows. But I like the suggestions of making it a library as well…
Lol, I thought you were suggesting that he invite clients into this new office he just built. Like " Yes please step into my bedroom and then step into this tiny space just beside my bathroom. What? I'm not creepy at all" 😂😂😂 But you obviously meant the old office. Makes much more sense! 😂
Yes add all the shelves. Someone suggested a paneled door into the bathroom. Great idea
Hot tip for you Drew- you can get high-end fine tooth “finish cut” blades for your jigsaw that leave a smooth finish without all the splintery rough edges. I avoided my jigsaw for years because I hated dealing with the roughness of the cut and all the sanding required… but now I use it all the time!
I love the idea of making the bathroom door blend in with the wood, and making it a secret door that leads to the bathroom! Even having small shelves to make it look like a bookcase. I love the idea of covering the ceiling with the oak, as well. It instantly would become a true nook, and so cozy, pulling you in to work on your laptop. You make design so much fun, and inspiring!
You may want a hole in countertop for cords. Love all the elements of the design.
I’m loving this. On the window side where you are considering adding an extra shelf I think that you should consider making custom drawers to fit underneath the shelf. You mentioned that you don’t have any drawers in your room. The drawers would work for your socks and underwear as well as for office supplies.
Exactly what I was thinking, and said out loud! "Drawers" they would be perfect there in that space!
But it would really narrow and close in the already tight office space, don’t you think?
@maureengreen617 good point, but do you think perhaps because the drawers would be low, it may actually give the space more depth and possibly even it up a little, could you see that at all?
Yeah I was thinking that's a great place to hide a printer and office "crap" 😅
Open up the doorway to the bathroom and add a pocket door, if possible. That way it doesn't disrupt the office space but gives privacy if needed.
Pocket door that is panelled as per the other suggestions. 😙
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The door to the bathroom would be a great place for a pocket door. Installation is a project but would be well worth it for the space.
i do remember the times when your only power tool was a hot glue gun...now this this office and your house overall are just incredible!
I was thinking the same thing. I am thinking every kid of our needs a laser line level, but they probably already have them. lol
Great job!
To avoid damaging the tongue and groove boarding, you may want to consider using a rubber mallet. Alternatively, use a scrap piece of the tongue and groove (placed against the board you're attaching) and hit the scrap piece with the hammer or mallet instead.
It’s hard to remodel or decorate a home until you live in it for a while. What might work sometimes doesn’t. Making a house a home is a process. Sometimes it needs changing or refreshing
exactly what I thought
That's what everyone told him when he started the house videos but I think he preferred having more content to post instead of waiting to live in the space a bit more.
@@sweetbabygirl13 maybe. He could be like a lot of us with so many ideas you just can’t wait. He’s got the great creative mind
1st thought was 2 shelves. But then I thought maybe 1 shelf so it doesn’t close in that space too much. Put more shelves on the other side for storage. Leave just one for decor above the desk. Wow, it really looks great. Love the tongue and groove in that color. I also am in love with the thin planks. Such a nice change!
One shelf above the desk would be good, put more shelves on the other side and or cabinets on the bottom of the other side. It is looking good. You will need good lighting also.
It reminds me of an old fashioned man’s library. I’m loving the globe because that sets it off. Maybe some desk accessories in a soft leather, a beautiful anniversary clock on a shelf and LOVE the chair in green! This space is going to be fabulous!
The closet office is turning out beautifully well! Given the height of the ceiling, I would go with two shelves above the desk. For the door to the bathroom, what about a set of tiny french doors that open into the bathroom? Keeping it maybe a frosted glass to allow light to flow through the two areas.
For the old office space, I think that room would look wonderful as a reading area. Think a little bit of a gentlemen's lounge mixed with some dark academia.
I love the idea of French doors! It would still let in light and since it’s in his bedroom, privacy is not an issue.
Someone mentioned a panel door that was actually secret and you couldn't see it! I thought that would be amazing too! I could see a windowed door would work to...how exciting, it will look incredible anyway! Definitely fun to chat about options here though 😊
First of all Drew…the shirt you had on in the intro looked stunning on you!! It really brought out your eyes…so handsome!! The office is looking great so far!! I would definitely add 2 shelves above your desk. You have so many stylish items you could add to them!! Putting another shelf under the built in on the opposite side is a great idea!! Can’t wait to see it finished!!🥰
I agree, love that shirt!
@lonefox Drew!!! Please please take my advice, above the desk, install two of the 4” can lights, or smaller. Just two small lights. With a small space and all that warm wood, you will thank me! Plus it will light up your desk and the space beautifully without taking up any room.
If you can swing it, I would do one more over the center of the built-in on the other wall.
Loving this idea of an Office nook. Sometimes the pressure of feeling you have to work in a dedicated office can be unappealing so I don’t blame you for making this change. Re shelving, I would put the shelf for books behind the chair below that built-in and then one shelf over the desk with a beautiful piece of artwork above it. And btw you really should be hammering those wood planks with a rubber mallet. I was cringing when you used a regular hammer for fear you’d damage the wood. Whatever decisions you make I’m sure this nook will look gorgeous! Have a great week! 😊
Thinking the same re the hammer. I hope he sees this recommendation about a rubber mallet for future projects re wood paneling.
Yes regarding hammer!! We have a big orange rubber dead-blow mallet filled with sand so it doesn’t rebound AT ALL. It’s probably my favorite tool, I loooove my dead low mallet. Drew would be happy to add that to his arsenal!
My dad was a carpenter and I also cringed through the entire video as Drew hit the desk base on the side to drive it in and all of the wall wood. Definitely get yourself a great rubber mallet. Make sure it is a weight and heft that is comfortable for you to use over periods of time. I think shelves behind you for your reference material and shelves above you that hold items that inspire you.
Ohh I’ll need to get one of those haha!! I only damaged one piece of wood which I know I can do a little touch up on!
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But Honestly "Drew You know Your quirks Better than Anyone else. " Thus I'd say follow your instincts, as they haven't stirred You Wrong Yet ! Now, as for the Old Office , Do Remember as Your Businesses are Growing and Life progresses in spurts, Having a Professional Office Space for Official Business Meetings, is Also a Great 👍 Look of A Successful Businessman and Maybe 🤔 that's Exactly 💯 % What that Area of the House Will Be Moving into "in the Near Future" ; As "You've Diffinately Been Creating Your "Dream Spaces"... although many opinions are workable & very feasible in their minds is it in Yours ?? You Honestly Don't want to take any business meetings in Your Bedroom 😮= Right ?😂 So Not Professional 😢
So moving forward, Please just update your Original Office until you find that color vibe You're grooving towards and that might mean a slight paint color change Knowing You 😂 (Now Deeper shades of the Dark Green Are colors that vibrate Money>>> Bringing Money 🤑 💰 is Still the Vibration Needed >Maybe it's the hue used or the energy of the placements of the Office Furniture that needs Revamping or maybe you Need a little feeling of wealth in That exact room or a luxer richer vibrational vibe in their....Relook, Reimagine ; than redo til it's Feeling Nothing but Successfulness whenever You See 🙈 into that Space but also think energy flow don't block the entrance into but make it feel that vibration of welcoming in success (maybe it's a wallpaper, or A luxe feeling powerful chair or a mural behind the desk but something is blocking your Flow rather than inviting it into that space ... .Since You've Not 🚫 yet Used it >> maybe it's again a color vibrational Thing< but since it's off your meet and greeting / entrance & entertainment area do reconsider>...As Magazine editors, & professional meetings still need professional spaces to Meet in...just be patient A Little Longer with Yourself and see yourself as the client ..Your instincts are Usually Great 👍 Ask Yourself>
Please and Tell Her I Said "Hello" & Happy New Year OH ,by the way" Your bedroom is the Cutest but it's hilarious You've put your desk in that space next to the Bathroom 😮 Now You Should make that Door a Secret Bookcase Entrance to Your Secret Bathroom as You Don't want to be flushing Your Money Down the toilet 🚽🪠,so a Bookcase Door division would help prevent that Also it's like having a private secret bathroom moment or Narnia Moment 😮..😂
The noises you make Drew when you are doing demo are absolutely the funniest 😂😂😂😂
Maybe you could make a hidden door that gives the illusion of a solid wall adjoining the bathroom. Remove the molding, replace with a flat door that swings into the bathroom and runs flush with the wall when closed. Panel across both the wall and door, piecing the door front so it matches. Add a minimal, discrete knob.
LOVE THIS IDEA ! Someone else suggested creating a "hidden bathroom" This is how to do it.👍👍
I think two custom curtains to hide the door or pull apart and secure with some cast iron decorative pieces or beautiful ropes with big tassels would be warm and romantic for the bedroom but functional and professional when pulled apart when you are in the office mode.
Definitely shelves above the desk and also on the other side. You can never have enough storage space. The old office would make a great reading/library space. Make it cozy and warm, to snuggle up with a good book and have some coffee or tea. Although you said, you don't read much. Could also be a project/craft room.
Two shelves above the desk, over beneath the former built in vanity, a shelf, yes, but then go for a bisection cubby, with three total cubbies with roll out baskets holding office supplies, a waste bin, etc…
I think you should have both spaces. Mini office for you. But there may be other professional meetings/zoom calls/events that would warrant the 2nd office. Plus why not it is beautiful.
For your question about shelving, I think maybe do bookshelves under the shelf on the side opposite the desk. Then you’d only need one shelf above the desk for decor to keep a more open feel to your work area.
Two shelves, you have the space for them.
There are spaces in our home where we can work instinctively and other places where it is impossible, probably a matter of good vibes. I am working in the middle of my living room, more exactly my living room became my office and I receive people in my office 😂 I have plenty of space to do my office anywhere else in my home but the living room is the only place where I feel good to work… So I totally get what you are saying.
I think you should put a shelf up on the opposite side of the desk for sure. That is a great idea. I don't know if you are able to make cabinet doors for that area. but I would like to see it enclosed. So it looks more like a built in cabinet piece. And Then I think one shelf above the desk up high enough so that you could hang a painting under it.
I like the ideas of the shelves above the desk, but i wouldn't make them stick out very much. Maybe just enough to put books on. I think it could start looking cluttered.
Putting small drawers under the window area would help w the smaller items like ur stapler, tape, pens etc...
It looks great.
On the window wall, agree with adding the lower shelf but would add doors. Granted, few will see the area but you may grow tired of seeing all the 'stuff' if the shelf becomes a catchall..and sometimes there are supplies that just need to be tucked away. More calming, emotionally, to reduce visual 'clutter.'
As another posted, great idea for the 'hidden bathroom' door. There is hardware for secret openings which don't require a knob on the outside. Hang some artwork on the door to further give the illusion of a solid wall..
one shelf above the desk and above the shelf a large format art piece...going to be great
Apothecary! Please please please do an apothecary built in under the shallow wall drawers. You can hold all sorts of papers and doodads for current projects and inspiration. This way you can keep all potential clutter on that side of the closet area and keep your desk space clear to comfortably spread out what you are working on. Plus, you could have it be made of wood as well to continue the paneled wood stain color to match and blend in. Other adjustable shelves above that and above that desk is a good idea too, kind of like a mini library.
Always, use the rule of three in design. Either 1 or 3 shelfs for balance, and you do have the height.
I totally agree about having a desk within a room other than an office. I don't know why, but I just wasn't motivated to go in there. With my sit stand desk and a lovely wicker screen with a tall bookcase on the living room side, there are no cords to be seen. Funny, because I had dreamed of an office for so many years. My cat never wanted to hang with me in there. He knew. 😂
Adding a couple of shelves over the desk, shelves to finish up under the window and a beautiful light is going to set it off nicely. It’s looking sooooo good.
Two shelves above the desk. Make the upper one be not as deep as the bottom one for more visual interest. You could even have three shelves with the top two not going all the way from wall to wall but half or 3/4 and stagger them.
Hi Drew and Justin! With so much wood, what about tin ceiling? Not silver but a bronze? Small French doors with maybe reeded glass to bathroom? Have a great day!
The giant-paisley shirt in the intro is covetable! This looks great so far. I'm surprised by how much I like the wood surrounding a whole area. But I most love that you are tailoring it to your needs and taste.
Everything you’ve planned is great the only thing I would add is the pass though from the bedroom u can find a company that makes moldings that bend to make the transition more finished looking I know companies that make bendable molding that make staircases and such also u can get rubber but I wouldn’t suggest that
Yes, definitely add shelves
I would wallpaper the ceiling and def add shelves!
I think 2 shelves above the Desk and definitely a shelf under the other side .. its looking Great
I'd vote for 2 shelves with under-shelf lighting, just to draw the eyes upward and eliminate shadows caused by the shelving. I'd also think back to the office you loved in your old apartment and incorporate the very same things that you used most/loved most about it because it'll help to make this new office just that much more successful for you!
Isn't it strange how we gravitate to such different things? Yet, it makes us all so unique. For myself I would need lots of natural light, a view and no paneling. I've had these conversations with fellow writers as we talk about our writing spaces. Some need to sit in cafes, have big glam offices, work in the bedroom, a laptop desk on the sofa, the kitchen etc. I can't handle paneling or lots of wood. I'm originally from Scotland but we moved to VT when I was a child. I'm over the cabin stuff 😂 Yet, whatever allows us to be productive is the perfect spot for us. This little space is what brings you to your sweet creative spot Drew and it's perfect for you. I love your vision and how you bring joy to all your designs. I have been back in Europe the past five years and upon returning to the states later this year I am going to miss the fantastic (much cheaper) prices for all my vintage and antique finds. I will need to decorate after my move and will definitely be incorporating some of your ideas. I look forward to your next video and all that you create in your new office.
I completely understand adding an office to your closet area, but I adore your original office design. It is my favorite in the house! (I especially want that lamp!)
Ooooh this is gonna look too good! I say 2 shelves! I little chandelier or some other light would be nice.
I love that new space office, if I live there I would use as vanity makeup room. would like to see lamp or ceiling lamp in the office.
ONE SHELF TWO SHELF RED SHELF BLUE SHELF… REGARDLESS!!! A pothos would LOVE a home on one!!!!! The lighting is great and he would love any and all humidity that may come from the bathroom! And I just love a good plant in my study space. They are always so lively and never failed to boost my mood.🤭
Yes to two shelves that would look awesome
I'd probably do two shelves... 🤔
Definitely also add a lower shelf on the other side, and I like the suggestion about adding a panelled door
It’s coming together really well! A natural wooden bead curtain would lightly separate the bathroom from the nook, without making it feel claustrophobic, yet adding a bit of visual privacy to the bathroom. There are some fabulous Spanish ones available that would go well with the style and era.
Two shelves on top and one underneath will be a good use of the space and storage.
Drew, I think the space across from your desk would look so good with a smaller version (you would probably need to make it) of a barristers cabinet. You know the cabinets where the front panels are glass framed in wood and the pull up and slide back into the cabinet. I hope that makes sense. The other idea I have is to buy or make custom file cabinets which you can also find in wood to match everything else. I am not a fan of putting the wood on your ceiling it would be far too heavy for such a small space. How about doing a painted mural there? As far as the doors go for privacy when you work consider French doors one small set on each door or just one door on either side. Just a few thoughts. BUT you do what makes you happy in your home! Love your channel ❤
it will so cosy your new office nook, i would change the old one into board/card game nook with a vintage transformable card and boardgame table for extend the livingrooom place, but whatever you will do there it will be beutifull😉💜
the office with the green walls would make a cozy library, with 2 leather chairs with stand lights, shelves along that back wall....lovely....I have so many books, and books yet to read...would love a space like that for my books.
Whenever you say you haven't done something before, Drew, I know it's going to turn out perfectly. It always does!
Love this space! 2 shelves and something foe cubbies on other end. I have a little cubbie with a desk and small drawer just for desk stuff. I work in there more then when i had a entire room for a office. Not sure why. . Its cozier maybe. I love your work drew. I would love to have you come to my home. Someday maybe i will be able to afford a designer.
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I think an arched header would be stunning and allow you to capture a wider hallway as needed that could permit more flexibility to the depth of your closet office space.
It's looking great!! I think 2 shelves above your desk would look better than just one. You have plenty of vertical space to use👍
Definitely two shelves above the desk & a shelf on the opposite wall in the dead space. I'm a book addict so i put bookshelves wherever i can fit them 😅
floating shelf with integrated LED lighting. Your suggestion with a shelf on the other side as well is a good ideas. I would also install a small wooden drawer to be able to keep the desk tidy and clean.
The office nook is a great idea. Yes, do put a shelf below the previously built in area and I'd go for two shelves on the desk wall. I'd also paint the ceiling rather than doing wood paneling avoiding a living in a box feel. My favorite part - seeing green grass and the trees. A nice change from snow.
What I enjoy most about you is how you embrace evolution! You find such creative ways of repairing, taking chances, creating really interesting transitions and transformations. Well done, sir!!!
I would do the 2 shelves and maybe make a door to the bathroom with the same wood. A shelf underneath on the opposite wall would be nice and give more space for stuff. It's coming along nice. Cant wait to see it finished.
I think two smaller shelves over the desk pulled to one side and beside the shelves on the blank wall space a pretty piece of art work. On the opposite side of the desk I’d use the same wood you used for the walls and make cabinet doors and enclose that area in. I really don’t care for open storage spaces. It looks cluttered and chaotic to me . The space in my mind should be plain and simple. Less is more. Im sure whatever you do will look wonderful
PS about wood on the ceiling. I’d color match the wood walls. Wouldn’t go to the extreme of paneling the ceiling. Put your efforts into something that will be note worthy.
Have fun , love watching your videos
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I recommend adding draws to your desk because it'll be nice to have a draws to store things to use in your office
Hi Drew. My suggestion is for you to add a shallow shelf about 8” above your desk top to be addition work surface so you have a maximized area on your desk to use. the shelf can be where your large flat screen monitor sits on then your laptop or keyboard on your desk below. The shallow shelf can be a place for tape measure, a pen holder, a lamp…. and then you can add 2 more deeper shelves higher up for books and decor. I also think your chair needs to be armless so it can tuck in for aisle space.
Love the wood walls and desk. I did a closet into an office once and put shelves on the side walls and the back wall. It was great for books, fabric containers, and decor accessories. It did have that library office feel. I also put in underlighting on the shelves that helped with the shadowing you get with the window behind you. Just a suggestion.
I bought two lights for candles. We love them so much thank you for showing us them
more shelves are better than less Storage and decor are a good thing
I think a library in the old office would look beautiful. Like wall to all floor to ceiling bookcase and two dark red leather oversize chairs, with beautiful over bead light and a beautiful floor lamp.
Would definitely add the shelves! 2 above the desk and 1 across the room.😊
Cantilever, staggered shelves over desk & floating shelves on the bottom of opposite wall. Yes to the paneled wall, aka door. So satisfying to observe your artistic endeavors~
I love the idea of two shelves above the desk. This space is already AMAZING!
You can make a bookshell door in to the bathroom.
In that way you get more storage space and a nice looking view from the bedroom.
Cann't wait. Yes two shelves on one wall and one shelf on that bottom and please tell me your bedroom walls are not white!!!!! You are so creative and relatable. Hugs and cheers
I think you should go with one shelf over the desk to start. You can always add a second. On the window side perhaps you could construct a shoe storage cabinet under the current built-in.
I like the idea of a secret door or bookshelf/secret door. Or a fake piece of furniture that looks like an armoire wardrobe but opens to the bathroom
Make a door for the bathroom,make a library for the old office space with a few chairs that are comfortable to seat in.
Definitely a shelf below and two above. I second that the prior office would be a great library
I love that you rework the spaces to fit what you actually use after time. The light is a lot better in the office nook vs the office too. It's just got nice natural light and feels airy even though it's small. The other room looks like a reading room or something like that.
Really love the office nook. Yes add a shelf in that dead space. You could stash design books and sample swatches within easy reach. Floating shelves above the desk is a great idea too as they will add a spot for office supplies and decor as well.
Love where you are going with wood. RE shelves over the desk: do you want 2 shelves above you? How about 1or 2 shelves on either 1 or both short wall? Just a thought. Tina.
2 shelves above the desk for all of your fun stuff. Maybe wallpaper on the ceiling (sooo many great choices)? Im afraid that more wood would feel too heavy.
I love that you work barefoot, but my renovator/ contractor husband is losing his mind over it LOL. Thank you for another great video.
Suggest that you make the bathroom door a frosted glass OR leaded glass & stained glass in diamond pattern. It would be gorgeous… mysterious, and cozy at the same time. It would look like a library cubby at Oxford or Cambridge. Also a door with a very thin Alabaster panel would glow if bathroom is lit which would look like the Law Library at U of M (ichigan).
Consider painting the ceiling green -- similar color to your office chair.
That is coming together so well! For some reason, that space excites me. That window is very important and I think that it would be nice to have some closed storage there. And since you do have lots of vertical space above your future desk, at least two shelves would be great. Can't wait to see how it will all look and feel in the end and I hope that your new office will have a good vibe and be inspiring to you. Justin made me laugh.
I would do two shelves over your desk and a beautiful oil painting with an art light above the painting. On the other side I’d do some built in file cabinet drawers you could use in multiple ways even for clothes if needed.
❤❤ In my children's bedrooms I did the same thing.
Each of the rooms had 2 closets.
So one closet became their office (study section with shelves for books etc).
Added wallpaper and scones for more light.
Took doors out of this closet so it could be very accessible for them. Saved the doors.
The other closet, I moved their dresser inside the closet so they can still use it.
Above the dresser was their hanging cloths. So, everything to wear was in one closet. Kept the doors on this particular closet to be closed when not in use.
The rooms were clear of clutter.
Love all your ideas❤🙏
Someone else mentioned having the door to the batgroom also be borded so it blends in is an awesome idea, and, i think for space savjng, having the doir be sliding into tge wall, instead of traditional open close woul make yhe mist sencd for me. What an awesome video!!
You want a cozy spot to work. Makes sense. You have to feel it.
I love the way your office nook is turning out. Shelves above the desk is going to look sooooo good. As far as the dead space a nice cabinet will be great. That way you can keep your office supplies and chargers out of sight when you want to take a rest from working.
I would add 2 shelves over the desk and definitely one on the other side or a cabinet for closed storage.😊
2 shelves above the desk as you can change the dressing of them around as and when you want and one or two shelves on the opposite side underneath the drawers for black or decorated storage boxes underneath for cords, pc storage, paper/documents and other important information
Then add plants trailing down off the desk shelves and cool frames on the wall and greenery and add your own shelves styling design sparkle as always x ❤ love your videos! X
Underneath that little shelf-thing opposite the desk, maybe install a cabinet instead of shelving. That way you could hide unsightly, occasional-use tech when you're not using it. On the other side, consider a large piece of framed art over the desk, and 2 small shelves on the wall beside the bathroom doorway, with an eye-catching arrangement that will lift your mood as you exit the bedroom. Paneling looks great, by the way!
Maybe leave it a office for Marie as she’s a major force behind Lone Fox?
Her choice of color palate that compliments the rest of the house I think.
The arch segment is so pleasing to watch 👏👏👏