She can even add a picture to the Murphy desk “leg” so when it’s up it’s a cute cabinet with a picture on it. And when it’s open it’s cool artwork on the side of the desk.
@karos56434 жыл бұрын
i was thinking that like maybe her logo as artwork
@flowersafeheart4 жыл бұрын
Yes! That brings to mind the wonderful TV cabinets of that one Buy or DIY episode. Loved that episode.
@delliott31824 жыл бұрын
Yes! What if it was a gallery nook ? So when the desk is folded up it looks like it's just another frame so it almost just disappears when you want to switch off and not think about work. 💫
@tysonb35684 жыл бұрын
Totes!
@christineaufmann64144 жыл бұрын
Bianca’s design sense is also very good. Her condo was furnished really nicely. Very pretty and now she has another pretty space to work.
@lorhurt4 жыл бұрын
Christine Aufmann I thought the same! Also her aesthetic is right up Alexandra’s alley!! Lol
@mj56974 жыл бұрын
Can we take a moment to appreciate how dang cute Bianca’s space was before and after?! Sooooo cute!!
@KarlaDreyerDesign4 жыл бұрын
I agree -- it's adorable!!
@MaketheMusicFasion3 жыл бұрын
Her before is GORGEOUS
@BrendaJones4923 жыл бұрын
I know !!!!
@tatikto4 жыл бұрын
Let’s state the obvious. This lady knows how decorate she has a very pretty place.
@rimapatel8534 жыл бұрын
In love with the hack it made the space soo much airy and light. A pendent light would literally be the cherry on the cake
@mochi_and_me4 жыл бұрын
You are rocking that orange dress, girl.
@KarlaDreyerDesign4 жыл бұрын
I love it too!!
@jessicabreen8994 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing! Wonder where it's from :)
@kaitlynhuff19184 жыл бұрын
It would’ve been nicer to put the extra items in a storage ottoman instead of a basket. That way she has somewhere to put her feet up when she reads
@mapsman55134 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I was thinking! Much better than the basket, too, because it would be covered and usable as another horizontal surface when she is working at the desk.
@flowersafeheart4 жыл бұрын
Very clever!
@michelleguthrie72374 жыл бұрын
Who reads in a little uncomfortable dining chair? Not exactly curling up with a good book.
@laughingsheep4 жыл бұрын
I think it would be interesting to revisit the made over spaces to see what worked well in daily life and what naturally changed.
@jenl.40514 жыл бұрын
This was a good one. So practical, functional and beautifully designed, without being over the top.
@rishkareccani42334 жыл бұрын
Love the accent wall. You nailed her aesthetic and the velvet chair is gorgeous 💓
@OrganizeCreateDecorate4 жыл бұрын
As adorable as this is, and it really, really, really is adorable, I was expecting her sewing machine to be a part of her work space. Does this mean there will be a future video showing how you gave her an awesome sewing zone too? 😁
@observer6982 жыл бұрын
same here ... my eyes literally looked for the sewing machine since it is her main tool in her work...
@OrganizeCreateDecorate2 жыл бұрын
@@observer698 My sewing machines are very easy to find in my sewing/craft room. They may not be decorative, but they are beautiful to me because I enjoy sewing so much.
@NoeliaCardarelli4 жыл бұрын
Looks great but the one thing that is missing is lightning. For a craft like embroidery (not crochet like you called it) that so detailed you need really good lighting, specially in a corner like that, that's away from natural light.
@anisnissa4 жыл бұрын
Came here to say the same. I do handsewing and embroidery myself, and dealing with lighting is so difficult. And so important. And now this girl gets a nice looking nook without any light. And a nice table where she sits with her back to the room lights.
@diamondcentury214 жыл бұрын
Is it just me or this video is super bright? 😩
@AshleyAnnFrederick4 жыл бұрын
Zuza Mal Not just you, I got a mild headache and had to turn the brightness on my phone way down.
@zam_sauce43444 жыл бұрын
Zuza Mal ya it’s killing me
@katrik49434 жыл бұрын
Yeah me too!
@miaclee4 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if it was just my tv, I couldn’t see what she was doing at all when she was painting the wall
@Jakilyn4 жыл бұрын
And the sound is sooo low
@RachelReiss4 жыл бұрын
I love the Murphy desk, it makes perfect sense in that tight space! (But she needs a light for embroidery--her body will block the light from the ceiling fixture.)
@judy-angedv75904 жыл бұрын
my thoughts exactly.
@yandyzuo39104 жыл бұрын
This little nook is gorgeous! I’d be jealous if I didn’t have my own giant peg board 😉
@Andrea_Weird4 жыл бұрын
Yandy Zuo 😂😂😂❤️
@serenityblast73844 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah yours is very beautiful too I've watced it and love it ❤ she did an amazing job again
@shesfunnyLE4 жыл бұрын
This is my absolute favorite transformation you’ve ever done! The murphy desk is genius!
@chloehaywood33514 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree! It’s genius! And I love that pink!
@vanequa4 жыл бұрын
Her reaction is so sweet and sincere 💖
@anisnissa4 жыл бұрын
The nook looks nice. Now the owner needs just to resolve a lighting situation, which is the most important part for an embroidery space.
@sadacalli3 жыл бұрын
This is so far the most clever hack of you, Alexandra. Now i need that too!
@hsp184 жыл бұрын
Nice make over but my eyes hurt! Had to reduce the brightness on my device as this video is overexposed. For all the people commenting about the sewing machine it’s mentioned at 3.40 that bianca sold it
@katrik49434 жыл бұрын
red ah i was looking for this comment cause I was thinking it was only me!
@iamwindchakra4 жыл бұрын
I thought it said she sold the sewing machine desk?
@jemma504 жыл бұрын
@@iamwindchakra it looks like the sewing machine is part of the desk, like built in to it. Check the video at 1:20.
@joanaserrao73604 жыл бұрын
That accent wall, hm ... Totally not my style but this is actually one my favourite transformations! I has really not expecting that! 😲 The Murphy desk was GENIUS and a great way to separate the work space from the sleeping space when it's closed. Bravo, really well done 👏🏻👏🏻
@merlekarp12594 жыл бұрын
I think there could also be a light of some sort, as crafts and reading both need proper lighting and sitting towards the wall, you’re likely to cast your own shadow on your work. The desk and peg wall are amazing ideas!
@miaclee4 жыл бұрын
That little nonna portrait is adorable
@jellotinn4 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite episode of this series! I love everything about this little nook.
@mrsli31984 жыл бұрын
Yesterday I googled “bedroom - office makeover “ because I need inspiration to rearrange my living space. This makeover is so cute, functional and fun!
@allialli98894 жыл бұрын
This is such a gorgeous craft nook! Love the bedroom too
@Andrea_Weird4 жыл бұрын
I love seeing how happy everyone is with their “after” spaces. 💖 Bianca has such a beautiful sense of style.
@a_tots4 жыл бұрын
She loved it, yay!!! Looks great. But that velvet chair.. cuteness overload! I need it in my own room like asap!
@belindatozer60874 жыл бұрын
Love the pink velvet chair, it matches perfectly with her decor and looks comforatable. The foldaway desk is also a great solution. A cosy nook.
@rebeccaklages97834 жыл бұрын
This is such a good use of space. Thanks for showing that even a little space can be multifunctional.
@terricheney17244 жыл бұрын
That apricot color is glorious on you. Love the nook!
@FiaGarciaDIY4 жыл бұрын
You are seriously an interior design guru! 👏🏻 You were one of the channels that motivated me to start on KZbin in the first place so I can’t thank you enough! 🥰 Love your channel girl! This makeover came out SO good! 💛
@FiaGarciaDIY4 жыл бұрын
Make My Space Work absolutely love! 💛
@kebert2thumbsup4 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing glow up of her work nook, although Bianca already has a great sense of style!
@nicoleogbuagu51844 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you did a painted wall mural. I was contemplating buying a wallpaper like that but the price was outrageous. Great alternative!
@TikiDawl4 жыл бұрын
You did such a good job and Bianca seems happy!!! I love pink and this is a great way to do it without overkill. The pegboard storage is a fantastic idea and it looks so neat. Thanks for sharing your talent with us, @Alexandra Gater!
@niab.36004 жыл бұрын
Omg I loveeeeee that desk!!!💕💕💕 I need that! Bianca has such a lovely home. Great job Alexandra! Another successful makeover!🤘💃💯
@heatherdixon51984 жыл бұрын
So smart! I loved her reaction, too. I don’t know if you know her personally, but you always have such a great rapport with your clients.
@jillianwybenga72404 жыл бұрын
Alexandra, your videos are such a breath of fresh air during quarantine! Love this space!
@joanavasconcelos77694 жыл бұрын
This one was one of the best episodes so far !! Always so cute and inspiring 😍
@alexianedidrick2514 жыл бұрын
@@beth5633 why are you so rude to her? She loved it, who are you to say she shouldn't?
@katrik49434 жыл бұрын
I know I’m stating an obvious but I hope you can see this as your fan wanting to give polite advice :) So here goes - try to adjust the brightness/light in the future because this was so bright it didn’t even help when I turned my phone brightness down to the lowest setting. I couldn’t make out the colors of anything because they were so washed out from the overexposure.
@alexbaer45724 жыл бұрын
This is such a great idea. Wow. And off topic, that outfit looks good on you😊.
@youmakeitworthit9164 жыл бұрын
It's so beautiful, but where did they put her sewing machine??
@vannili27424 жыл бұрын
She sold it, because she wasn't using it
@KizmetRose4 жыл бұрын
I love how organized everything was without feeling cluttered. Gives me some ideas for my own work/art/living space!
@mauriciobucardo40544 жыл бұрын
her reaction is so cute!!! so genuine
@virtualjoke4 жыл бұрын
Loved her reaction. The murphy desk is really cool. 👏
@mariannemcdiarmid38024 жыл бұрын
I don't have a Murphy Desk/Wall Bed but I think they are great. Adding a piece of artwork in this situation would really elevate the space, especially as a reading space. In other areas you could add a mirror.
@ModernGreenGoddess4 жыл бұрын
omg you nailed this! so freaking cute. love the wall
@TheHanification4 жыл бұрын
This is so good, you nailed it! Everytime you use those peg boards I think 'where can I put that in my flat?' They're just so nice and such a great way of using vertical space!
@Angela-up6jp4 жыл бұрын
that chair in her living room is life
@amyvanilli4 жыл бұрын
I love Chico's vibe. He will be great for a quick 5-10min max no nonsense series.
@melissasparkles52094 жыл бұрын
Her reaction was so wholesome 😭💜
@monisharmuk4 жыл бұрын
Bianca’s cat is the boss!! 😻😻😻😻
@Jax-jx5uu4 жыл бұрын
bianca is the cutest! and so is her new work space!
@lyndseyfoster10804 жыл бұрын
A dream space and so functional at the same time. You did a beautiful job Alexandra!! 🙂
@brendacartledge22224 жыл бұрын
The table will not hold much weight. I understand using the peg board, if one of the containers gets knocked off, she will be cleaning up small things. I would have liked to see using under the bed for organized storage. Yarn takes up a lot of space.
@user-vp5og8dr4y Жыл бұрын
I love my Murphy bed! I live in 375 square feet. During the day I have a nice size living area. So happy!
@annieb10124 жыл бұрын
Inspired! Efficient! Beautiful! Perfectly suited to the client! Question: Did I miss the part about where the lighting is? Because you are always so attentive to that aspect of any space you work on.
@kcanded4 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I was wondering. You have it as a reading Nook, and you have it as a little work space. Where is the overhead light that will assist in all this?
@lisagavin34024 жыл бұрын
It's gorgeous! Alexandra, can you do a tutorial on painting a wall ( prep, supplies, technique, clean-up) and how to hang the floating shelves you use?
@CrankyGrandma4 жыл бұрын
I’m always amazed at how you can see how all this will work. I have no ability to visualize and find organizational solutions
@chiquibautista17024 жыл бұрын
I dont know if this video is too bright white, but its hurting my eyes! I love the peg boards!
@CCZTrading14 жыл бұрын
I have an office nook in my bedroom. Will definitely transfer it in a nook in the living room. But in the meantime, I was deliberating whether to buy a swivel office chair or a statement chair but comfortable. You just convinced me! Going for a double purpose chair that I can use as extra chair in the living or dining room. Thank you!
@chanelross16574 жыл бұрын
Another beautiful design! 🤩 For those who don’t like it, you have to learn to appreciate different decor styles because Alexandra nails this style every time.
@jessicajewell94114 жыл бұрын
I couldn't stop smiling! This was so cute :")
@caitlynderkson89894 жыл бұрын
I love it! That desk is so clever, and I need to try out that painting technique! It looks almost like a lime wash! Thanks for showing us the technique!
@toffahahloua67814 жыл бұрын
It would be cute to add a lamp hanging on top of the desk ,just my point of view otherwise it is perfect!good job
@seanmorgan23564 жыл бұрын
Yes! A cute hanging lamp would be the finishing touch!
@srijana0094 жыл бұрын
I totally love the workspace you created for Bianca and the Murphy desk rocks!
@mlop19974 жыл бұрын
I was so excited to see the sewing table in the pin! I wanted to see how Alexandra was gonna make it work 😭 😢
@reneeflory54213 жыл бұрын
I like how she can use the space better now. I would love to see the black oval frame still bring the corner together. It has so much character and really seems like her.
@thebeautyoflife3274 жыл бұрын
More Xico please! 😊
@a_tots4 жыл бұрын
He’s so cute! Also *doesn’t care about the pink* but he is hooked by now, knows his shades of pink by heart
@olbird18224 жыл бұрын
Xico should definitely receive more credit as he seems to do the donkey work and come up with a lot of good ideas in previous vids 👍
@jacquig19394 жыл бұрын
I LOVE that desk. I want to get one and put a picture or paint something on it for when it's not in use.
@ephillips64654 жыл бұрын
The space looked so good!!! Also, that orange dress looks amazing on you!
@aparajitaxyz4 жыл бұрын
I recently styled a room for a friend and got a customized dining table made out just like the Murphy desk here. Her mom stores up her pickles and marmalades on the shelves. Saves up do much space in smaller living cum dining rooms.
@LaylaLane4 жыл бұрын
This dress and nail combo, guuuuurl!
@AnaBeaverhausen4 жыл бұрын
Your videos are such a pandemic perk up. Seriously, you’re so sweet and the people you work with seem sweet and delightful as well. On top of that, you have such cute, approachable design solutions. Thanks for sharing your talent and videos during a time that needs a bit of levity. 💗
@aimeescanlon48494 жыл бұрын
I’m in stitches..as Alexandra said about finding a space for iron, yarn etc I thought ‘a basket’ & voila! Gorgeous nook! Happy crafting. Oh and that dress yellow is stunning on you Alexandra
@malenestng4 жыл бұрын
I love interior design and really enjoy watching your videos
@angelad49494 жыл бұрын
The luxury and beauty of the velvet chair! Perfection!
@barbaralorenzana56664 жыл бұрын
Loved this small space organization i need something like this for my bedroom
@LucGPTnki4 жыл бұрын
Suggestions: The cute storage bag where the iron and other random items were tossed, that could be a waste bin. If she decides to use the bag as it is, install a hook on the wall to get it up off the floor. Easy clean up. The other items tossed in the bag... yarn and sewing material box.. go vertical: a corner wall mount shelf above the peg board is a great place to store these items. Place the yarn in a white plastic basket/bin. Store both the sewing box and yarn bin on the shelf. The iron could actually go up there too. OR the iron could be placed on a hook/storage with the ironing board and mounted behind the door.
@kellyrosenblatt20174 жыл бұрын
This brought a big smile to my face! Love this makeover!
@hannahjaneheathson4 жыл бұрын
I loved this one - only thing I would add if it was my space would be extra lighting (for fiddly/close up work), and maybe some extra boxes or baskets where I could throw / hide all that random stuff that somehow always needs a home but wouldn’t fit in the neat little Murphy desk. I am not a massive fan of the paint texture effect but that’s just me!
@tinekejoldersma4 жыл бұрын
Love it, it's feminine and cosy. Shall I start about the crochet XD
@Cookiebites104 жыл бұрын
Loved the painting technique. Can you possibly make another video explaining it a bit further? Glaze paint, regular paint? What kind of cloth? I was a bit confused with your explanation. Loved the result!
@ohjessika4 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh! You killed it!! I feel like you gave her exactly what she needed but also got her style perfectly!
@7sevendaysara4 жыл бұрын
Uuuuh the make over you showed. On the vlog! I was so happy for her excitement. The morphy desk was a win, and the peg board as well
@nancypettitt12114 жыл бұрын
love the paint color, the chair, and the murphy desk!
@discoQueen1274 жыл бұрын
So cute! It fits perfectly with what she does!
@AdvocateMoksh4 жыл бұрын
Bianca's space is cute even before and even more beautiful after. 😍😍😍
@gallopingbeansfoster4 жыл бұрын
This is one of my all time faves! I think it's the pink. 🧐🤨😉😊
@gt85099 ай бұрын
i would do an elegant gold rail for the ribbons, actually use the shelves inside to store some of the sequence and other stuff in those acrylic containers, put a basket and plant on top of the murphy storage and one or two floating shelves on the wall with more baskets and completely axe the peg board. I personally think it makes a small space look cluttered and is a bit college-y, but that's just me, not everyone's taste is the same. sewing also takes up a lot of space so I'd just add a longer piece of plank that I could put on the desk to extend it, and put it away with the sewing machine when not using it. With all of that said the decor still looks good though
@mkkrafts92614 жыл бұрын
I love everything about this!! I especially love these crafter space videos because that's what I have: a work/craft room that gets too cluttered. I love to see how you organize it all. I would like to see more of this and how you would deal with more yarn and fabric inventory than seen in this video. Truly lovely! I'm going to paint my wall exactly that way. Thank you, Alexandra!
@susanhull10984 жыл бұрын
Aaawww. You made her so happy. That was sweet. ❤️
@Kandiwindham4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t even finished the video yet but needed to comment that your dress is sooooo cute.
@carlyh69134 жыл бұрын
I love that Murphy desk! Such a cute nook
@AysKuz4 жыл бұрын
Very nice transformation but my tailor heart is bleeding seeing that sewing machine gone.
@Malia5504 жыл бұрын
another technique is crumpling plastic bags, dipping them in paint & dabbing them on the wall! it looks a little different but another easy, fast accent wall!!
@Womanfromearth4 жыл бұрын
Truly transformed that nook!
@camuizuuki4 жыл бұрын
I think it turned out cute, although I'm not the biggest fan of the painting technique or the peg boards 😅
@prodbysoprano3 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful apartment and I love the new office space.
@flowersafeheart4 жыл бұрын
Murphy desk has interested me cause I like that relaxing concept of hiding away work or projects at times plus saving space. But I'm really into avoiding the bad Feng Shui and feel (in my opinion) of sitting facing a wall so figured Murphy desk isn't for me. Watching this though it finally occurred to me that the chair could be positioned where the chair IS in the Feng Shui power position of having back to wall (corner) and facing the room, doors, window views! Woo-hoo! Other thoughts: Chair doubling as a reading nook instead is brilliant and that's a great-looking chair! This video is yet another example of how much the decorating and organizing fields go hand in hand! Chico seems so handy, would love to hear about ways he helps.