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Every home has it — an awkward, tricky spot that you avoid when decorating. However, even the most awkward corners have untapped potential. With a bit of creativity and custom woodworking, you can make the most of odd corners. Here are a few ideas you can get started on right away to free up your home’s odd spaces.

5 Ideas for Optimizing Awkward Spaces

1. Turn It Into a Workspace

Make use of an oft-ignored nook by converting it into a mini home office or workstation. Install a custom-built floating desk and add drawers for storing papers, work accessories, and other supplies. If space is limited, opt for a wall-mounted drop leaf table instead, since you can stow it with ease after every use. Consider adding open or floating shelving to maximize unused vertical space.

2. Use It As Extra Storage

custom-woodworkingConvert odd corners into accommodating storage spots. Install custom woodworking pieces like cabinets and cupboards for kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms. Sometimes wall-mounted open shelves and cubby holes are the best way to maximize storage for these tight spots. If you want more freedom for your shelving, a vertical pegboard will offer you unlimited organizing possibilities.   

3. Carve Out a Comfy Nook

Small or sloped areas can be challenging to decorate. However, you can easily add a comfy chair, a few throw pillows, and side table or pendulum lights to make for a cozy reading nook. For window corners, use a bit of custom woodworking to install a seat with built-in storage, or repurpose an old sofa into a chaise lounge where you can curl up with a book.

4. Add a Custom-Built End Table

Often, it takes a beautiful custom woodworking piece to transform an oddity fully. Have an end table, cabinet, or desk custom built to snugly nestle into any tricky corner of your home — you’ll never go wrong with it. Go with a wall-mounted piece to make the space appear larger than it is.

5. Spruce It Up

Odd corners, slanted ceilings, and tiny spaces can be great spots to display wall art and knickknacks. Spruce them up with mirrors to bounce light around, or place floor lamps and lighting fixtures for added aesthetics and functionality. If you love plants, why not fill those empty spots with succulents and herbs from your home garden?

 

 

Make the most out of every nook and cranny in your home; turn them into amazing areas with a few creative ideas and custom woodworking from Marlon Architectural Woodworking. As the premier wood furniture maker throughout Fairfield County, CT, owner Marlon Morales has crafted custom cabinets, tables, and desks for over 25 years. Call (203) 650-2245 or check out his gallery of completed works online.

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