EXTREME MAKEOVER: Small Closet Turned OFFICE ✨ + DIY Wood Wall Paneling!

[@editheggly9783]

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!

[@briplusnate]

yeah!!

[@lonefox]

Ohhhh such a fun idea!!

[@SunshinesART]

I love that idea!

[@mariawelling4194]

That sounds amazing!😊

[@trishasosnowski548]

YES!!!!

[@LordGertz]

Two shelves and definitely add that extra shelve on the other side. It is looking so great.

[@thecaptainampersand]

I second this motion!

[@ritaevans7125]

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

[@kathleenmcneil9710]

I can’t wait to see it finished! You’re so talented!

[@AnnSarasvati]

Agree. Two shelves and a shelf on the other side or a shelf with doors so you can store your office stuff.

[@EchoamysDoghouse]

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.

[@beaumathis6539]

I was thinking the same thing!!!

[@anaisangot2476]

That is also what I would do if it were my house :)

[@anitagendler3812]

Ooh! Yes! I love the idea of a library/reading room! Great idea! ❤

[@rbk2855]

That is such a great idea! I hope Drew does that.

[@gemmasee1]

Love this idea!

[@lyndaandrian7204]

Yes add all the shelves. Someone suggested a paneled door into the bathroom. Great idea

[@joannamills145]

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!

[@sherilynl4038]

yeah, it was hard to watch him hammer directly on the boards. glad you mentioned this.

[@ptardieubaker]

OMG, Drew, is this an hommage to the murder room? 😂😂😂 It looks very cosy and 2 shelves would look great!

[@tmanning6829]

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!

[@catherinelooke1499]

Wonderful architect. I love his Canberra work👍🏻

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I love that!

[@moniquesmeadow]

That's a great idea! It would be good to have task lighting right above the desk that way ❤👍

[@sazennonumber]

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.

[@pfles1]

I was thinking the same regarding under shelf lighting.

[@jeaninebruce9175]

You may want a hole in countertop for cords. Love all the elements of the design.

[@SunshinesART]

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!

[@monkeysmom8679]

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.

[@lashill10326]

Exactly what I was thinking, and said out loud! "Drawers" they would be perfect there in that space!

[@maureengreen617]

But it would really narrow and close in the already tight office space, don’t you think?

[@rachellewis907]

@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?

[@jeanettekakareka]

Yeah I was thinking that's a great place to hide a printer and office "crap" 😅

[@luannadobson1779]

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!

[@DamieP1]

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.

[@lieslnew8247]

Pocket door that is panelled as per the other suggestions. 😙

[@YungNrestless]

🎉

[@lechatbotte.]

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

[@anna-mariadanielavincenti4457]

exactly what I thought

[@sweetbabygirl13]

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.

[@lechatbotte.]

@@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

[@LavenderDaisies]

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!

[@z9designs]

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.

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

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!

[@juliemiller9258]

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

[@gardensbyjudylevy8031]

Yes, definitely add shelves

[@grannylpz]

I bought two lights for candles. We love them so much thank you for showing us them

[@trishphillips-johnson2500]

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!

[@retroredo9850]

The fancy office is to have future guest clients when you design their entire homes!

[@heidigresh2743]

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…

[@factitiously]

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! 😂

[@katrinarefior700]

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.

[@Creyole]

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.

[@rachellewis907]

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 😊

[@KP-mb9jx]

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.

[@JL11775]

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! 😊

[@carlabarrick8538]

Thinking the same re the hammer. I hope he sees this recommendation about a rubber mallet for future projects re wood paneling.

[@luannadobson1779]

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!

[@glendashine9468]

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.

[@lonefox]

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!

[@sandieedward993]

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 😮..😂

[@clwm2dlw]

I would wallpaper the ceiling and def add shelves!

[@KewpieGirl]

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.

[@TRoxanne55]

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.

[@guitargirl4himify]

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!)

[@diamondstud322]

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.

[@cecea1552]

Two shelves on top and one underneath will be a good use of the space and storage.

[@lynnconroy8]

Doll it up with fabulous lighting!

[@daleyvargas9854]

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. .

[@anneaton921]

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!!🥰

[@seamlab8870]

I agree, love that shirt!

[@marycoffee7366]

The arch segment is so pleasing to watch 👏👏👏

[@veronicakimbrell6241]

I think 2 shelves above the Desk and definitely a shelf under the other side .. its looking Great

[@katibenelli9142]

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.

[@janelucas382]

Love it ! I have had a cloffice ( office/ closet) for years!

[@Future_Rebellion]

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!!

[@susancronin3443]

Yes to two shelves that would look awesome

[@andie9691]

The noises you make Drew when you are doing demo are absolutely the funniest 😂😂😂😂

[@olympiafoster7214]

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.

[@hippiekathy420]

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.

[@cmitchell7347]

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..

[@soulsister2410]

Years ago I turned a small hall closet into an office space. I had a power outlet installed and a phone jack. I kept the shelf that was already there and added a second shelf and desk.

[@annadamaso6095]

love the shelf idea

[@libbydavis2554]

I love the idea of two shelves above the desk. This space is already AMAZING!

[@patriciafuchs5970]

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!!!

[@urbncaligrl]

Definitely a shelf below and two above. I second that the prior office would be a great library

[@tiah1927]

@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.

[@stevie8337]

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.

[@lonelyrider606]

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.

[@_sosonikki]

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.

[@janetboette7013]

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!

[@marycoffee7366]

Yes to shelves! What are the plans for lighting?

[@XIANPR]

I love it! I definitely put 2 or even 3 of different sizes in a “random “ pattern could be nice

[@vehenny.]

I’m really exited to see how this turns out. I renting out an old house with wood panel walls in every room. I never can find inspiration videos/pictures on how to decorate the space.

[@fifthgradefam8892]

Drew!!! Even I want to come work there!! So close to your room, but designated for work 💆🏼‍♀️

[@katrinahigh-ez3ko]

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

[@lynettamurdoch5443]

Brilliant idea! We are having to move to a more expensive area where we won’t be able to afford a home the same size as the one we have. I’ve been worried about how I can squeeze a personal office into a 3 bedroom, since my husband will get dibs on the 3rd bedroom/office space. Now I will have a better idea of what kind of spaces to look for when we house hunt.

[@a_2502]

Ooooh this is gonna look too good! I say 2 shelves! I little chandelier or some other light would be nice.

[@MLCruz13]

You are fearless. I love how you just get in there and tackle a project. So inspiring.

[@londastreeter7269]

I love how it’s turning out. The wood really makes it a room, warm and cozy, a great small office.

[@valerimacdonald5146]

Please show us how you trim out the doorway with the cut edge of flooring showing. I stressing out about this a little. LOVE the wood on the walls. It is inspiring me to design a similar effect in my new house we'll be building this fall.

[@barbarareed3661]

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.

[@Scarlet-qg1xi]

You are the master of DIY! So creative!

[@DownTheLaneWithDaisy]

Love the idea of additional shelves. It’s a small space and perfect for books, decor, etc. I love your blog.

[@wandrousvindella716]

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~

[@wickedcitywoman]

Cloffice! ✨✨✨ Love it

[@shannonsullivan1968]

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.

[@colleenmasse9368]

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.

[@chrisjackson-smith5236]

Looking good Drew! 😊

[@deantinak6310]

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.

[@karenhurd9792]

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👍

[@frida1898]

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.

[@BelindaM44]

You’re the best, Drew, and you two always crack me up. Love the music choices!

[@NicoleLandwehr]

Shelves would be great and shelf on the other side definitely.

[@DamonNef]

I love it so far As to the shelves I would do a short c and then a medium c and then a c that would go from door wall door fully at the top. I have seen this done before an older European homes

[@lieslnew8247]

What a great use of what would otherwise really be dead space. I think two shelves above the desk. 😊

[@michaelamaestas4950]

this all came out some amazing, great job !!

[@leeannoneal4847]

I love how it’s looking so far!

[@willaborge4824]

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.

[@nicoleandrews1136]

Can u please link the exact floor planks that you used from Lowe’s? This was a great idea and I can’t wait to see the finished office.

[@OceanLover1188]

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.

[@jennyvillarreal5490]

OK, my earlier comment about an antique door was before I had watched the whole video. I like your plan for wood paneling. It’s warm and is turning out beautiful. I know you will add some lighting and it will look great. Two shelves above the desk sounds like a good idea. I think keeping the vanity behind you may make the space feel a little crowded. I know you will come up with a good idea for that doorway to the bathroom. It’s a bit late now, but I think it would have been pretty to make that an arched doorway to match the one into your bedroom.

[@oaklandcookie]

I once had a "cloffice" with vintage built ins. I loved it!

[@melkatte]

OMG Drew. I totally relate. I’m always falling or losing my balance when I do my diy projects. It’s all fun and part of the hard work. ❤

[@isapalmer]

Drew, you and your videos always put me in a great mood! Instant feel-good effect.

[@debbieallard3376]

This is a great idea, it’s super cozy to be able to get to work in your jammies right out of bed.

[@fbmbassist]

I have an office too, and I still use my living room. I totally get it!

[@Sofi_Latte93]

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😉💜

[@supernova19805]

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.

[@rebeccaeblin3413]

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 ❤

[@barbaranapravnik6364]

Looks awesome!!

[@sydneykasmar]

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.

[@lynnetrue4103]

Looking great! I don't know the dimensions but maybe you could hack a couple of those Ikea shoe units with the drop down storage for the narrow side of the space and have closed storage for your socks and underwear etc. I like the idea of shelves above the desk area. I think I would prefer a larger opening to the bathroom (maybe a matching arch?) if possible and no door there at all

[@arinemiko]

Oh my goodness, it’s so gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the finished product!

[@2sweetcaroline]

I love that you are lightening up all that dark dreary paint. The transformation is fabulous!

[@adriannehamilton2866]

Genius. It looks good already.

[@ratedrachel3670]

P.s don't sleep on clinque dramatically different gel moisturize. It's the yellow ish one. For the combo/oily girlies!

[@sazennonumber]

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.

[@agl5132]

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.

[@coleyoley76]

it looks so good! i love the cozy vibes. personally i think i would leave the ceiling white for contrast and to open up the space a little but i could see it also being beautiful with the ceiling done. i love the shelf idea as well i think personally i would do 1 shelf as to not over crowd the space. can't wait to see the finished product!

[@greenphoenix687]

I love that you are panelling the ceiling as it will look incredible. Because of that tho... Im not sure about 2 shelves.... maybe try out 1 first as I think it could look 'busy' with the two once your books are displayed on them. Definitely agree with the lower shelf on the other side tho. Cant wait to see what light fittings you use and the styling.... I just know it is going to look amazing.

[@SpaceyStacy74]

Question: what made you choose to use wood flooring on the walls?