I recently created a home office/library, so watching you redesign yours was extremely satisfying. We have different aesthetics, but I really love yours. It’s warm and inviting. My four kitties spend the bulk of their days helping me work remotely in my office. Love from Kentucky.💕
Thank you for showing the process of all the *doing* . So often, I just don’t know where to start. I just watched a UA-cam video of a French Mother of a toddler that does SO much everyday…without any arms. That was a big wake up call for me. I’ve had closets and a whole garage that hasn’t ever been unpacked since moving…two years ago. Loved the music and the end result. Thanks again for sharing!
Bruh this was so freaking satisfying to watch 😅🥺🤧 I wish it was longer 😫😂 Like seriously! Combinating two of my favorite things, books and interior design 🙈
Love it! I love how this room reflects so much of what you love, including your dad. It feels so symbolic, having him just sitting behind you, that comfort. The green chair is a jewel and I love the whole vibe of your room! You inspired me. Been feeling stuck in getting past the idea phase of all my projects 🙃
I love this kind of video and your final result! I appreciate the look of open shelves but whenever I think of getting some for myself, I can't help thinking "But the dust!" I'm terrible at keeping up with cleaning, though. And I'm also a box keeper. If you have the room, why not? Especially if you expect to move again someday, having the boxes that your electronics and whatnot came in can save time and effort when packing.
Ooooh I love the new chair and open ended shelves. It transformed the room completely. My dream home office/ library would have built in shelves. But I'm with you, this is not my forever home so that needs to wait a few years.
I finally just caved and did the same thing with my home office/library when my husband and I both found out we are working from home forever now. You actually inspired me to get that 5-tier bookshelf, because I had been looking for a while and couldn’t find something I liked. I hope you love your new space!
Looks great! I am actually prone to saving smaller boxes (shoe box or smaller) based on the equally irrational belief that I will some day find a use for them. It's a problem.
Love your make over. The chair was worth waiting for its fab. A tall 2' candle holder with a pillar candle would look great too to give a cosy vibe on a rainy/wintry day. 🕯📚❤🛋
oh I definitely save giant or useful-looking boxes 😂 loved this video! and that's wonderful that you're able to have your dad's office chair with you 💕 if I could somehow generate cozy rainy days, aka the perfect reading weather, that would be my dream library/reading space 😂 but on the more feasible side, I think I'd love to try one of those reading poufs that are shaped like bean bag chairs but they're softer? - I like to sprawl when I read and those have always looks So Comfy
Ooh it looks so nice! The sentimental stuff is great and the window looks so much more open ☺️ And yes, keep all large boxes. I pole dance as a hobby too and the boxes those shoes come in are so sturdy and big. I just have a closet lined with them, ready to go 😂
Just found your channel and binge watching your videos and they’re all so good :) I love when I find UA-camrs that can make me motivated to read and find reading fun to do after watching their videos because I struggled to find the joy in reading before. So thanks for your videos :)
Church of Murderbot, yes indeed. And we do keep nice boxes. Currently, all our Apple computer boxes have Christmas bows & ribbon in them. The "new" office looks great!!
That's lovely! Shelves look sturdy, yet open, which makes the room feel bigger. That shade of green is really pretty and the chair looks really comfy. You are definitely not the only one who keeps computer boxes. Am pretty paranoid about that myself! And how lovely that you have something from your dad in your office. Hope you're enjoying your new cosier space :)
I love it! I am thinking of getting the recliner in my bedroom out so I can put a small bookcase there because I still have 5 boxes (mainly paperbacks) to put away. I may just have to do another unhaul.
looks soooo cosy! we moved in to our flat last year, and I still haven't made a decision on bookshelves (really wanted shelves with a slidey library ladder, but as just as you say about not getting built in shelves, it's not a forever home so can't super justify it as it costs a small fortune) my books continue to all remain in boxes but now I'm determined to make some decisions and let them once more see the light!
@@bookslikewhoa I guess you know that Eric gave you a shout-out on his channel. What a sweet guy. You might enjoy viewing his bookshelf tour from a couple of years ago. Stunning library. And Joyce Carol Oates dedicated a book to him! How cool is that!
I love your new office/library! Your video gave me the push I need to try and organize my books better, right now they are piled high on any piece of furniture I can find. ' Both my kitty kat and I were thrilled to see your kitty's in your video! they are so cute!
Omgggg MARA I love this. I love your chair and the book rack and the new shelves. Everything is fab 😍😍😍😍. My dream is also built in shelves but until then I like my set up now but I’d like a bigger room so I could fit in a velvet couch. Also need to hang some stuff but I’m lazy 😂
Love those new shelves, they look sturdy. Hope you are doing well. I always wanted floor to ceiling books I'm a round room with a rolling ladder. Love your room.
Currently prepping for a move so I've been really thinking about my next library. I'm planning on paining my bookcases green, with fake candles on top, and those floating invisible shelves. It's also my guest room so I want it to be very cozy and I'm gonna keep a cup of bookmarks on the bedside table
I love it. There’s a bit of a mid century vibe, which is an era I love, but was pleasantly surprised that it was your taste as well. Also, the room is very cozy looking 🙂
Hello! I love how your reading nook turned out. I also noticed The Haunting of Maddy Clare on your book display since that is a book I've had on my shelves for yeaars but havn't picked up yet lol. It sounds like it would be spooky and perfect for Fall though.
I recently moved into a house and was so psyched to design my own office. I love everything except the cute reading chair is sooo uncomfy 😫 the joys of online shopping lol
Love that your supervisors 🐱 approved the new office/library. At least that's what I think the sniffing and licking meant -but with cats it's hard to tell. It could just mean they think it's a good place to nap or plot world domination. 😂
Why does watching someone else clean, organize and decorate feel so comforting? Is this a feminine thing or an everybody thing? Dudes and non-binaries in chat do you feel the same? ❤️
My office and library are separate. I literally only go into my office to work and would rather read in my library. I kinda want to turn my library into a gym and move my library to the kitchen
@Ashleybivins Omg the grease will go on your beautiful books. Just check on top of your kitchen cabinets and feel the gunk that accumulates up there. Keep your nice library.
For those asking, I've got as many links as I could round up in the description box if you are interested in anything I used :)
The cats inspecting everything is a classic hahahha
LOL thank god it all lived up to their standards!
Why is watching people build furniture so satisfying!
I recently created a home office/library, so watching you redesign yours was extremely satisfying. We have different aesthetics, but I really love yours. It’s warm and inviting. My four kitties spend the bulk of their days helping me work remotely in my office. Love from Kentucky.💕
hello to the kitties! :)
You can flatten the boxes to save space and just tape them when you need to use them again.
Yes! Literally do this for 90% of my boxes and it’s a game changer
This is the energy I need to sustain myself with at the moment.
I feel so much better seeing someone else that keeps their boxes. I did it in case I was moving
Thank you for showing the process of all the *doing* . So often, I just don’t know where to start. I just watched a UA-cam video of a French Mother of a toddler that does SO much everyday…without any arms. That was a big wake up call for me. I’ve had closets and a whole garage that hasn’t ever been unpacked since moving…two years ago. Loved the music and the end result. Thanks again for sharing!
Oooh those shelves! That chair! That hang-book-thing 😍😂 I love how you did everything!
Your redecorated office looks amazing and so much spacier with the open ended shelves. Thanks for sharing the process.
Thanks so much! 😊
THAT VIEW WHEN YOU FIRST ENTER IS PERFECTION 🤩😍🤯
I love your chair choice, and those new bookcases lighten the room up so much. An A+ makeover 👌🏼
Thank you!!
gorgeous old wooden desk chair! a treasure.
Bruh this was so freaking satisfying to watch 😅🥺🤧 I wish it was longer 😫😂 Like seriously! Combinating two of my favorite things, books and interior design 🙈
Same, I don't know why it's so relaxing to watch people organize/decorate/build stuff
Freshening up a room is great for my mental health, love it!
Love it! I love how this room reflects so much of what you love, including your dad. It feels so symbolic, having him just sitting behind you, that comfort. The green chair is a jewel and I love the whole vibe of your room! You inspired me. Been feeling stuck in getting past the idea phase of all my projects 🙃
I love this kind of video and your final result! I appreciate the look of open shelves but whenever I think of getting some for myself, I can't help thinking "But the dust!" I'm terrible at keeping up with cleaning, though. And I'm also a box keeper. If you have the room, why not? Especially if you expect to move again someday, having the boxes that your electronics and whatnot came in can save time and effort when packing.
Agreed!
Ooooh I love the new chair and open ended shelves. It transformed the room completely. My dream home office/ library would have built in shelves. But I'm with you, this is not my forever home so that needs to wait a few years.
Fantastic.I think it is so important to have a space that is beautiful and functional. This turned out really nice.
I'm jealous, I have to wait for kids to move out so I can take over their bedrooms and create my own lair. Thank you for making this video :)
Congrats! It all looks so cozy and lovely, and with the kitties' approval.
Thank you! 😊
I finally just caved and did the same thing with my home office/library when my husband and I both found out we are working from home forever now. You actually inspired me to get that 5-tier bookshelf, because I had been looking for a while and couldn’t find something I liked. I hope you love your new space!
Yay, hope you enjoy it!!
Your office is looking lovely! I adore the chair! Give me all the velvet! Great job with the makeover! 🖤
Wow! You got a lot done. Looks great.
Love the vibe! Note to self...get a bookshelf like Mara's!!!
Well this was comforting to watch ❤️
Looks great! I am actually prone to saving smaller boxes (shoe box or smaller) based on the equally irrational belief that I will some day find a use for them. It's a problem.
Love your make over. The chair was worth waiting for its fab. A tall 2' candle holder with a pillar candle would look great too to give a cosy vibe on a rainy/wintry day. 🕯📚❤🛋
Congratulations on the outcome of your project. It looks fantastic! I wonder if your kittens will enjoy the chair as much as you do :)
They are already claiming it as their own :)
Great library
This was so inspiring to watch 💚
So cozy!! I absolutely love that chair. What a lovely project ✨
Thanks so much! 😊
Excellent Home Library!
Love your office/library! really like the bookshelfs too.
oh I definitely save giant or useful-looking boxes 😂
loved this video! and that's wonderful that you're able to have your dad's office chair with you 💕
if I could somehow generate cozy rainy days, aka the perfect reading weather, that would be my dream library/reading space 😂 but on the more feasible side, I think I'd love to try one of those reading poufs that are shaped like bean bag chairs but they're softer? - I like to sprawl when I read and those have always looks So Comfy
LOL yes, if only we could have a weather making machine to support our *VIBES* in our libraries :D
Ooh it looks so nice! The sentimental stuff is great and the window looks so much more open ☺️
And yes, keep all large boxes. I pole dance as a hobby too and the boxes those shoes come in are so sturdy and big. I just have a closet lined with them, ready to go 😂
Ah, jealous! That seems like such a fun hobby!
Very nice!
I love your new space! It looks great, and I love the chair especially💚
Just found your channel and binge watching your videos and they’re all so good :) I love when I find UA-camrs that can make me motivated to read and find reading fun to do after watching their videos because I struggled to find the joy in reading before. So thanks for your videos :)
Church of Murderbot, yes indeed. And we do keep nice boxes. Currently, all our Apple computer boxes have Christmas bows & ribbon in them. The "new" office looks great!!
Yes! Thank you, absolutely LOVE when you vlog
How exciting!!!!!!!!!
Room looks fabulous, Mara! 📚
Love the new shelves!!!
The bookshelves look amazing. I thought I had a lot of books.LOL office look 👍
So fun to watch! And congrats on the final result. Space looks so much brighter, and warmer. Love the chair! Great decor inspiration.
Thank you!!
That's lovely! Shelves look sturdy, yet open, which makes the room feel bigger. That shade of green is really pretty and the chair looks really comfy. You are definitely not the only one who keeps computer boxes. Am pretty paranoid about that myself! And how lovely that you have something from your dad in your office. Hope you're enjoying your new cosier space :)
Thank you!!
I think it looks absolutely lovely!!
Super cute ☺️ and inspiring.
Thank you! 😊
I love it! I am thinking of getting the recliner in my bedroom out so I can put a small bookcase there because I still have 5 boxes (mainly paperbacks) to put away. I may just have to do another unhaul.
A top shelf of a closet holds boxes of things I hang onto boxes for. Drives hubby crazy but I don't see the big deal they're our of sight.
Exactly!!
looks soooo cosy! we moved in to our flat last year, and I still haven't made a decision on bookshelves (really wanted shelves with a slidey library ladder, but as just as you say about not getting built in shelves, it's not a forever home so can't super justify it as it costs a small fortune) my books continue to all remain in boxes but now I'm determined to make some decisions and let them once more see the light!
Really lovely watching this transformation and it looks great. I only wish I also had a chai latte to drink while watching it! 😄📚
Thanks so much 😊
@@bookslikewhoa I guess you know that Eric gave you a shout-out on his channel. What a sweet guy. You might enjoy viewing his bookshelf tour from a couple of years ago. Stunning library. And Joyce Carol Oates dedicated a book to him! How cool is that!
I love your new office/library! Your video gave me the push I need to try and organize my books better, right now they are piled high on any piece of furniture I can find. '
Both my kitty kat and I were thrilled to see your kitty's in your video! they are so cute!
They both say hello :)
I love your chair, it looks so comfy.
It looks amazing and so cozy! I love this!
Thank you!! 😊
It's so amazing. Inspired me to work more on my home office space.
I like the new bookshelf. Definitely opens up the space more. The only thing that's missing is some fake plants 🪴
Agreed, I need to make a run to Target to grab some :)
I’m still working on mine. Yours looks sooo nice comfy and cozy
Everything looks amazing~ definitely inspiring me to spruce up my shelves/reading space
Omgggg MARA I love this. I love your chair and the book rack and the new shelves. Everything is fab 😍😍😍😍. My dream is also built in shelves but until then I like my set up now but I’d like a bigger room so I could fit in a velvet couch. Also need to hang some stuff but I’m lazy 😂
This looks so cozy and perfect! I need that hanging bookshelf! I’m looking around for the best place to hang it already 😂
13:16 I'm so happy you fixed the word "Goodreads" 😂💞
I see that Blood Heir by Ilona Andrews on the lovely book rack, so beautiful and fitting.
I would like to have shelves even like your old shelves. But I do love your new shelves.
Would love to have an office. Or remodel my bedroom.
This looks like such a cozy space 😄 looks like it's pased feline inspection too 🐈
I volunteer to come and live in your library! It looks like such a great spot. Glad you have this lovely place to read.
Thank you!!
Love those new shelves, they look sturdy. Hope you are doing well. I always wanted floor to ceiling books I'm a round room with a rolling ladder. Love your room.
Yessss, the rolling ladder! Goals!
Looks great!
It looks great! Enjoy it.
It looks great! I love the new bookcases.
Love this, Mara!
Looks great
It looks great! My house is just covered with books, post-its and paper with mirrors written on for big picture plotting :-/
omg the space looks amazing!!
Loved your Murderbot sign. Just read the most recent book - too short.
Canadian subscriber here -- love your shirt😃🍁
Happy 2 weeks early Canada Day! :D
It looks amazing!
I loved this video! Great taste with those bookshelves and great tast not doing anything)
looks amazing! 😊
The vibe is so loving!
Currently prepping for a move so I've been really thinking about my next library. I'm planning on paining my bookcases green, with fake candles on top, and those floating invisible shelves. It's also my guest room so I want it to be very cozy and I'm gonna keep a cup of bookmarks on the bedside table
Ooo, that sounds lovely!!
This is so lovely! :)
This is beautiful! You have amazing taste in your decor..
Aw, thank you!
12:51 The Rug, mam! It really ties the room together.
Thank you! I have the same one in my dining area :)
@@bookslikewhoa 😀 Though I mean what I said but that line about the rug is a classic dialogue from The Big Lebowski movie.
@@prabhdeepsingh5642 Haha omg, you can tell how long it's been since I've seen that! :D:D
I love it. There’s a bit of a mid century vibe, which is an era I love, but was pleasantly surprised that it was your taste as well. Also, the room is very cozy looking 🙂
Hello! I love how your reading nook turned out. I also noticed The Haunting of Maddy Clare on your book display since that is a book I've had on my shelves for yeaars but havn't picked up yet lol. It sounds like it would be spooky and perfect for Fall though.
So cute. ♥️🌵
I have a closet full of boxes because what if I need them? I never do
I really wish I could stick gifs in youtube comments because I need one to express how much I'm vibing to the background music 😅
Love the bookshelves and the chair. I've been to get a chair like that. Is it comfortable? I haven't bought it because I'm afraid it won't be.
I recently moved into a house and was so psyched to design my own office. I love everything except the cute reading chair is sooo uncomfy 😫 the joys of online shopping lol
Love that your supervisors 🐱 approved the new office/library. At least that's what I think the sniffing and licking meant -but with cats it's hard to tell. It could just mean they think it's a good place to nap or plot world domination. 😂
Where are your bookshelves from? The transformation looks wonderful :)
Thank you!! I've got as many links as I could find in the description box... those shelves are from Amazon :)
I kept looking for your Penguin Classic collection but do not see it. Did you get rid of them?
They are in a different room of my house :)
@@bookslikewhoa Great! I am just starting to collect them, how do I order them or can I from Penguin?
Why does watching someone else clean, organize and decorate feel so comforting? Is this a feminine thing or an everybody thing?
Dudes and non-binaries in chat do you feel the same? ❤️
My office and library are separate. I literally only go into my office to work and would rather read in my library. I kinda want to turn my library into a gym and move my library to the kitchen
Not mixing business with pleasure 👌😂
@Ashleybivins Omg the grease will go on your beautiful books. Just check on top of your kitchen cabinets and feel the gunk that accumulates up there. Keep your nice library.
So bookishly lavishly, yummy brain food 📕📕📕📕📕📕👌🏾🧕🏿🏳️🌈💕
Mara, ‘Chai Tea Latte’ sounds redundant. It’s simply ‘Chai’.
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Looks great!!
Thank you!!