my EXTREME small closet makeover

[@jennalp515]

A funky print on the empty wall inside the closet would make it perfectttt

[@TonyYeungExe]

this is a good idea, but I also think the slide door matches the area. It looks like going to a short term solution.

[@RebeccaHunt-wv8bc]

@@TonyYeungExe I don't understand what you're saying. What do you mean 'it looks like going to a short term solution.'? And why can't you have a funky print inside and the slide door as well?

[@galli0]

I was thinking walpaper on the back of the new unit

[@TonyYeungExe]

Rewatch the video and pay attention the trimming. No time for you. Bye

[@sct4040]

A mirror.

[@LovesRock]

We need a runner to tie in the outside and inside parts of this beautiful closet!! Colour and texture would be a great bonus ❤

[@frederiqueblais3411]

came here to say the same thing !

[@keeleyhart4955]

my thoughts exactly!!

[@janessadavies1437]

Like this too :)

[@amalfatima358]

A full length mirror at the end of the closet would make dressing up very easy❤

[@kathleenkaleookalanismith8724]

I love this idea!!

[@bevfrench3496]

also I would put just one type of item in the Japanese closet.....jackets or pants or certain types of tops. You could look at all of them at once.

[@KyndalRucker]

I was hoping you would make and attach open shelving along the new teak cabinet to the ceiling, to create a divide/hallway! That would have been so cute! (Not that it’s not cute without it!)

[@aimsly86]

I was picturing this too, similar to what Kelsey did for her sister’s space!

[@ztoical]

was coming to say the exact same thing. I know they've done similar in another make over (think it was one of their sisters rooms or similar) and it worked really well

[@arinemiko]

Came here to say the same! Maybe in the future!

[@hoppingwren]

I agree, the cabinet still looks a bit awkward and this would better integrate it. Or at least put an large upright plant on cabinet to create a bit more of a seperate space, something to draw the eye up

[@chloesullivan.jpg777]

I was thinking the same! Like a hanging from the ceiling open shelving!

[@milagrosariella]

I love how you made it work with the awkward space you already had rather than tearing it down & building a new closet. This is a realistic DIY & shows how to get creative without doing a complete gut

[@ElisEdventures]

Exactly for us gals who can’t extend anything lol this is perfect. Ugh I have one of those closets you can’t walk in. One of my doors is hanging on for dear life at the corner top. It falls of time to time as well 😭 why haven’t I fixed it yet?

[@taylor3950]

Yes! There’s no way I’m building out a structure but I can take off a door and add a dresser

[@gracelands3851]

I saw a hack that I think would be very useful here - to use the shorter, kid sized clothes hangers for pants instead of the standard size. It helps a ton with tight spaces like this closet - the pants fit snugly on the smaller sized hanger giving you extra inches of space and looks nicer too. Lovely job on the makeover! It looks great!

[@gerrie0me]

came here to say the same thing! It's the easiest thing, and they fit most pants perfectly

[@LazloSon]

I’ll definitely have to try this!

[@lauravasquez169]

Great idea ❤

[@kaitlynlarocco6992]

I was so hoping you’d extend the closet into the space and move the bedroom door in, I feel like you could have got so much more storage that way and you wouldn’t have had to cover the opening in the wall. Looked like the stopper for the small door you made could have been placed inside the wall facing the clothes then you wouldn’t have had anything jutting out from the wall. Seems like you like it though so I’m happy for you! Making closet changes has always made clothes feel like new for me! :)

[@jackifrier2757]

Exactly- wasted space

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

same thought, I'd have extended it

[@christiewilliams3558]

Thats a great ideal!

[@annelegouil301]

Me too!! I really thought she would use this entire empty space, build new walls and make it a big walking closet…!!

[@kellilangvo]

…ditto….thought maybe there would be a little hallway into the bedroom…enclose that whole square space and incorporate the wall cubby into the closet…add a simple bifold door similar to the bathroom door…granted, a lot more work but the closet space would double - and be closed off….

[@lz738]

It is definitely an improvement, but here's what I would have done differently: I would have taken the whole space down to the studs and extended the closet out into the bedroom (including the area where you have the dresser and the weird wall hole). In that way, there would be a short hallway into your bedroom (that is the back of the new longer closet). The walls in the short hallway could have been gallery walls or covered in a cool wallpaper. With the new, much longer walk-in closet, I would have installed a pocket door that matches the door on your ensuite bathroom. Unfortunately, I think the faux shoji door that you made looks a bit DIY when seen in the same frame as the bathroom door, which is similar. I also would have paneled the new walk-in closet with cedar panels so that it always smells fresh, and it protects any woolens you might have. Into the weird square hole in the wall, I would have created built-in wooden shelving, but just make them not so deep. They would have been great to hold hats or purses on display.

[@rebeccalucy1]

Agreed. The space does nothing and could easily have been incorporated into making a much larger wardrobe

[@VaLonFrandsen]

Close to my thoughts. Only I would have opened the wall to the funny space and put a hanger like she has. But it would be so much easier to get to not this odd hidden closet space you have to dig things out of.

[@CaliMel1111]

This. That whole cubbyhole thing is so weird and it's still a ton of wasted space that does not flow at all with anything. and that dresser cuts off a walkway and interupts the flow too.

[@lornawood3260]

It seems like Becky stated that there’s a stairway behind the long wall in the closet, limiting what she could do with the cubby. She didn’t show how far down the cubby went, so could have another obstruction there, as well.

[@bebo0026]

Exactly wat I had in mind!!!!

[@caitlynderkson8989]

The wood panelling and track lights are so cool! I think a midcentury room divider above that cabinet would be a cool way to define the space even more. Amazing makeover as always!

[@quinlanjoy4926]

My family/parents lived in Japan for 8 years and bought most of our furniture there. Any furniture pieces with a paper element has always been Washi paper rather than rice paper and we’ve replaced it over the years as it got ripped. It’s made of fibers, is more transparent, and normally has some more texture to it than rice paper but is still very strong! Sometimes it can be inlaid with leaves or flowers etc but we have always used a plain creamy roll. Not sure where it is sold in Canada but I think that is probably more what you were going for with the panel!

[@leahf1260]

Yes it can be found in Canada!! The Japanese Paper Place and the retail store (The Paper Place) in downtown Toronto carry a HUGE variety of Washi papers and Chiyogami papers as well Nepalese papers. I used to work there and it was magical. I think you can order some things online as well.

[@glennmccabe4501]

I would trade out the sliding door with a sliding piece of art!!!

[@camilamhf]

And I foresee a knee injury on that little wooden stopper on the wall!

[@racheldexheimer6757]

I was thinking itd be so handy to have a mirror there and then put it on hinges so it could swing open! Art would be sick too.

[@kathleenkaleookalanismith8724]

Good idea!!!!

[@TheBeautifulTruthh]

the dresser as a partition feels so boutique hotel! the whole makeover is gorgeous

[@carolinerowland2]

I just wish it was centered on the wall lol, idk why that bugs me so much

[@TheBeautifulTruthh]

@@carolinerowland2 i thought that too!

[@Jennifer-on8ln]

I think an art print instead of the rice paper window would be even cooler! But love the makeover 👏 stellar job, as always

[@TheSorryGirls]

ouu! thats a great idea too :) thank you for watching!!

[@LovesRock]

Agreed! A little extra colour too 🥰

[@elliotsaulter9355]

Or a mirror! Either way, it's groovy ✌️

[@FayRnd-k6l]

That’s exactly what I was thinking! Adding a piece of art would blend beautifully with the space instead of a window next to another door. It distracts me. Everything else I love including the window but for a different project

[@laurengerads6724]

I was just about to comment that. I agree!!

[@Rednails555]

I love how you can see the space go back in time when they show the before and after. The new look literally takes you BACK😍😍😍

[@TheSorryGirls]

🥰 thank you for watching!!

[@TeenyLogic]

I think there are ways to make this space more effective - but I LOVE how you decided to makeover the space. It's much more unique and has so much character and intrigue. You're so creative and I love your style, but mostly I have a deep admiration for how you commit to the vibes and use your ingenuity to bring your vision to life. You are seriously one of my favorite artists out there - and that's what you are! You make beautiful art ❤️

[@TheSorryGirls]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

The paneling looks so great in the main closet that you might want to glam up the little one, too. If you ever want to make the closet bigger, you could just extend the whole thing out into your room. It would look great.

[@llamasugar5478]

When Becky began staining: “Oh, no! It’ll be so dark!” When she finished staining: “ Oh, wow! It looks so warm!” Well done! I was there for the 70s; this feels so _real._ A lot of childhood feels rushing back right now. . .

[@INDIGO_diamond]

Becky you must be a magician. I'm always blown away with how you transform the environment and not just the place you work on. I LOVE how it looks every time, there has never been a meh

[@shreyabarsaiyan4823]

Becky is an absolute mood in this video. I found this video more entertaining than informative or inspiring 😂 You look happy,chatty and positive Becky. Lots of love ❤

[@CUDDYLOVER]

Definitely getting 70 sexy stash vibes. Really

[@lilianclaire4434]

Right! So ❤️ beautiful! 💗

[@sabrinawhite1854]

I couldn't help but to marvel at Becky's glow! I need her skin care routine lol

[@EloLeChan]

I underestimated the dresser at first but it honestly make a huge difference in making the space feel bigger and more open. Fantastic work

[@kylietokar1344]

This is INCREDIBLE. I feel like people don't think to make changes to their closets, but it is a space you access every day, so you might as well make it functional and stylish. In your case, you also enhanced the whole vibe of your room!! Love it!!

[@TheSorryGirls]

So true! Thank you for watching!!

[@belbethmendez1762]

That hole in the wall is usually a laundry shoot. My uncle family has one in their home and you can leave a laundry hamper right under the hole. Although their home does extend over their garage where their washing machines are hopefully it's the same situation with your basement.

[@ambernicholson6307]

I try not to let video drops control my schedule, but when Becky posts a home update it’s time to drop everything and be delighted by the abundance of creativity.

[@raisachoudhury4071]

The closet makeover is so cute! It is a creative way to make a small closet larger and more functional without spending thousands on breaking down walls. I would recommend utilizing the other side of the closet a little more. It's a lot of space you can use to hang hats, belts, jewelry, etc. In addition, it was a really cool idea to use xuan paper to make a shoji sliding door. I noticed the paper was a little warped though that I believe that's because of not having the right amount of tension when placing the paper. I recommend cutting individual rectangles for each rectangle in the door. This will cause less warping on the paper and make it look more clean.

[@thefruityghost]

Becky don't tell anyone else but ur my fav, you're transformations are always so vintage but stylish and refreshingly modern

[@TamarLitvot]

Becky and Rochelle 😉

[@debra2415db]

When ever I'd buy or thirft furniture; my Hubby would always replace the back cardboard piece with a nice plywood. Up-grading it to a more study and function piece.

[@darlouthia5153]

You are so clever ! How you find the right solutions to some quirky problems is truly inspiring ❤

[@TheSorryGirls]

😊 thank you

[@hiwelcometochillis2579]

​@@TheSorryGirls you're so clever ❤ I was finding a solution for a sliding panel for boats windows But as a stopper I was thinking about an Etsy or vintage simple or sculptural shaped mid century knob or a door knob (instead of a piece of wood)

[@CF77777]

VERY FUN TO WATCH YOU MAKE NEW SPACES, REORGANIZE AND BEAUTIFY.

[@magda3.0]

Some room divider shelves above the dresser would look so cute! Probably attach to the ceiling or the wall if you don’t want to alter the dresser. 👌🏼

[@StardustDNA]

I think the final design is overall a pretty creative solution for the space without having to tear anything down

[@sadiewhitehead3360]

Okay I have ideas!!! 1. So I like the cabinet separating the space but it would be so cute if you added shelves that run parallel to the cabinet. You could display decor, accessories, books, and maybe even some stack of cool tees or denim. 2) I would extend the sheet wall that you used inside of the closet to the other wall. Basically elongating the closet. You could still have the cute sliding door but I would create a whole new feeling 3) the little nook with the sliding door would be so cute if also finished in the sheet wall and stained. But an added thought would be adding shelving or some sort of organization for accessories or for makeup. Also the sliding door being changed to a mirror- that could be like a whole hidden vanity/ getting ready space.

[@amos4395]

THIS 👏🏼 I’ve never had this many EXACT same thoughts with a stranger before!! Like wow, I was thinking the same design edits as the reveal shots were rolling. Well said and great eye girlie! 🤗

[@amos4395]

Additional alternative ideas that snowballed from there… 1. Use that taller dresser/credenza (to the left of the door in one of wider room pans) instead To create an actual “wall/divide” top to bottom. 2. If keeping the shorter credenza in place, put the mirror on that wall behind it (next to the door) so it’s kind of like a dressing table and you can look directly across…..which could then reflect a nice piece of art (as others have suggested) over that little stairwell cubby space. Very boutiquey. 3. Throw some supports in that cubby space, more of that same paneling, and then install and slide out “trays” (slim drawers) for accessories (think ikea pax). Obviously an all-out reno with new/moved walls would be great but I could understand that being a later project after just completing the bathroom. Nevertheless love the commitment to this aesthetic and how it’s cohesively coming together. 😊

[@lilianclaire4434]

Whoaaaa, yes! Great choices. Great learning moments. I think you guys are so bright that people expect you be know it alls but you're so great for showing the developing of new skills. Ofteb things people say they would do, is something they have never even done, so I really appreciate how accepting of strangers ideas happens here too. These projects take so much time and you make such fun choices. I think in a dressing area I totally dig keeping it open, not just expanding the closet so its less claustrophobic but also clean/restful from other vantage points in the room. (My surfaces are puled with clothes but I have goals of simple...😊) 1. I would love to see a full length mirror maybe an atomic/ 40s/ omeba / square oval. 2. A runner or oversized large rug? So hard to get right but something might work for all of yhe traffic going on there. If it was me I need a non bathroom space to sit and do my hair and makeup (without humidity interfering) so I would need a different cabinet and probably a vanity mirror and outlet in the room. I like the idea of tambour where the dividing cabinet is and like on the dressing side could be a million lil nails for necklaces and jewelry. But not 💯 on if it is needed. I love the sliding solution for the built-in cabinet nook turned closet rail. I might have gone to the hassel of re-framing if somehow able to make the bottom ledge level with what is likely an uneven base of the winter-cabinet but thats moot if it isn't that big of a reach up with your particular items. It seems a little crowded, but I think thats because the rest of the room wasn't involved yet for filming. Congrats and thanks for welcoming dialogue. I wish I could do this in my city! (I work in theater and events and get to make for others.)

[@Adri_Unsung]

You should frame the white swan in a shadow box and put it in the office that would be so sentimental

[@vanessag6303]

I love this! What a great redesign without having to go to the trouble of tearing down walls and expanding the closet zone - the cabinet also uses up the empty space in front of your closet so nicely! Like a fancy boudoir to dress at, but also a great spot to hide little things like socks and shorts.

[@mudokongrl9463]

Such a beautiful transformation! Becky has such an interesting style, I wish she could come make over my space! I would of loved to see some artwork on that blank wall in the closet since you can see it from the rest of your space.

[@dietblond]

looove the vibe, the dresser divider is so smart. If the sliding door gets annoying, a floor length linen curtain could be cool! I did that to cover a small closet inside my main closet - looks like it’s a window and somehow makes the room seem bigger!

[@paigemilner9787]

I would definitely stain the bathroom door on the inside of the bedroom the same colour as the stain you’ve used to bring it all together! Other than that it’s amazingggg, I love it xx

[@MunashiiHisakata]

Looks great! I think the wall hole closet was probably used for extra bedding and pillows. Just seems like a perfect space for it. Easily accessible when it's cold but not taking up space in the closet or dresser. And it's also a space I'd come up with to DIY if I didn't have storage for bedding.

[@lilianclaire4434]

Yes! Pre-80s homes had so many of these nooks turned linen closet/ winter closet/ hat closet! (70s homes not so much on the off season hat box storage but 1900s-50s yes!) Great point. So many modern homes they drywall nooks without putting the frame and cubby door on it because it squares a room off and takes less time etc. & buyers find the space and then get so surprised by the "waste" or "secret room".

[@KGlena-kx1df]

Becky, did you just reinvent the sliding barn door trend?! 🤩 The applications-hiding electrical panels, minimalist entry key rack cover, even for bathroom privacy (those awkward windows too close to the neighbor 😅), oooohhh that was GENIUS!!!

[@rosevanstaden4562]

Great work Becky ( and sometimes Austin with new hair). Have you considered doing a full new “walk in built in “ cupboard? If you ever could, try build it out past tiny cupboard and main entrance. Anyway I would have placed the hanging rods on the small back wall and shelves on the side . Perhaps even vice versa . Some more space for garments and accessories. Look there is many ways of doing things but it is what suits you and your needs. Maybe one day both of your closests would be on the wall next to the new bathroom door with a ottoman and cute dresser with all the accessories or get ready things and the closet you just build is something else ( winter cupboard/ gear cupboard…). Just keep growing with your home!

[@designedbyliving]

This makeover looks so good Becki! I love the cabinet divider, the wood paneling, the new/vintage track light system. I think your shoji screen idea and the track system for it is amazing, but I think it would have been even cooler if you made it to mirror the look of the windowed door you see being it (to your bathroom?). I also love the pendant light, but I actually think you should use it elsewhere because it's kind of covering up the cool track lights behind it.

[@avivat3010]

Hi Becky, If you go to The Paper Place on Queen Street in Toronto, you will find the paper you want. They are very knowledgeable and there are oodles of choices. Would you consider finishing the inside of the cabinet closet? The other one looks soooo good, I just feel it would be an extra treat for you to have a well-finished interior of that space too. You could also add shelving above the unit outside the closet to make it look like more of a built-in, but it might make things claustrophobic. The lighting is amazing and I can't believe how resourceful you are! You are an inspiration for saving money!

[@river8142]

+1 ask for washi maybe!

[@flamingoliz]

This looks much better, and groovier! Love the vintage pieces. I'd probably paint the inside of the funky cupboard so it looked less creepy inside, but that's just me. So glad you replaced the bedroom door for something much more appropriate. I love this series.

[@lyndioli]

Great makeover! Loving that Shoji screen idea, that was a perfect solution and looks so good with your bathroom door!!! Tip my hat to ya!👍❤️

[@TheSorryGirls]

thanks for watching 🥰

[@jessicalynn9520]

I’m not an expert, but I think the paper is normally has oil applied?

[@lindadelacy9330]

The Shoji screen was a BRILLIANT idea, Becky. Awesome color match to the teak cabinet with the stain! Love that the lighting is from the 70's. You've outdone yourself again!

[@skylarberry3754]

Ive always loved closet organization, idk why haha cuz having a crazy closet is relatable and the ideas for fixes are inspiring

[@hiwelcometochillis2579]

Many clever solutions

[@dannakuhr9718]

Genius vertical sliding door hack!!!

[@TheSorryGirls]

💞 thank you so much!

[@pawsitivecultr]

I always love Becky videos. They are full of great diy ideas and actual How to processes rather than just talking about "ideas" or "back and forth decisions". And it's usually a FINISHED space! LOVE IT!

[@maliedelgado2658]

First observation, I’m LOVING this crocheted top 😍😍😍

[@pujanpatel3115]

from an interior design student, I adore your voice, it’s so comforting and you explain everything so logically and effortlessly

[@courtneymichelle333]

yayyy Becky! 🥰 loveeee love love! I feel maybe a little golden pothos on the wall divider dangling down the side? :) i noticed you removed one eyeball light from the track making it three instead of four. you made the right call for sure! 10/10

[@TheSorryGirls]

🥰

[@ElliRoseCecilia]

I love this! As someone also trying to figure out how to make my tiny closet more functional, this is EVERYTHING! My only thought is what if you put a see through cube storage piece on top of the dresser to further separate that space? I’m thinking one of those funky mid century ones that are used so often as a half wall transition piece/space divider. But honestly love the idea of bringing the closet out to the room without closing it off!

[@HanneM]

an art piece on the empty wall in the closet is a must!

[@carlyh6913]

I love it so much, all that’s missing is a cool runner rug. I think you could also put a hanging rail above the teak cabinet if you need more space or to display your weekly outfits. Go Becky ❤

[@reaganb2261]

Wow wow wow. This is so well made!!! Great job :) Also- your camera presence is so good in this video!

[@TheSorryGirls]

oh amazing! Thank you for the tips and for watching 💞

[@taylorjeanloft]

this is so adorable and feels like such a calming space to get ready! 🥲 i wonder if warm led lights in the cubbyhole would shine warmly through the rice paper? love how it compliments the bathroom door behind! so so fun and unique!

[@rileygabriel6700]

Heck yes! I'm loving this series

[@TheSorryGirls]

yay!! thank you

[@shabbbyyyyyyyy999]

Love it!!!! Such a beautiful transformation. Love the wood tones as well! The only thing I would change is adding in a narrow runner rug to reallyyy marry the extended area to the closet. Bravo!!

[@Mari-es7fq]

You said the hole goes into the basement? It's probably a laundry chute then. So your dirty clothes go straight to the basement to wash

[@lechatbotte.]

If it has an actual metal longing almost like a ac vent it might be a laundry chute. They’re the bomb if your washer and dryer is in the basement. The size is more like an old dumb waiter very interesting.

[@erikaplante-jean7745]

That big and that high? I doubt it's that

[@Mari-es7fq]

@@erikaplante-jean7745 it's a pretty average size

[@valarya]

She said it the STAIRS to the basement directly under her, which means it's likely structural and can't be moved. If she cut a hole in the hole, her clothes would just land on the stairs. 🤪

[@lechatbotte.]

@@valarya yeah not a good plan. I’m curious what was behind the wall adjacent to the closet if she could’ve enlarged the closet. Old houses are full of mysteries

[@amycrippen9058]

Great job! Love the door for the little nook! If you need extra storage, then consider adding the shelves back to the little nook and just use baskets or boxes to store seasonal items. I have a very small closet and rotate my spring/summer and fall/winter clothes on the hooks for this reason.

[@TonyYeungExe]

Some comments are so unhinged. This small closet makeover clearly is part of the temporary makeover for the bedroom. People say "I hope you extend the closet" "waste space" clearly no idea how the budget works, or they don't closely follow the makeover journey from That 70's house series. Listen, they just did a big makeover on their bathroom, and now y'all asking for another expensive makeover immediately? Becky, this makeover is great. We are looking forward your bedroom makeover!

[@alexandratracey8252]

I always have to trust the process. You’re like a magician. I LOVE LOVE LOVE how this turned out! And I love that the screen mimics the door on that side. SO GOOD!!!

[@juliata22]

2min online, love it

[@TheSorryGirls]

early gang!!

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Wow! Great call staining the paneling in the closet … it so pretty .., it looks professionally finished!! 😊❤

[@aminawonder533]

Why didn't you just cut the bottom part of the wall under that huge hole nd meld it into the closet

[@valarya]

It's the stairs leading to her basement on the bottom half of that hole, so she can't cut in to it.

[@GottaLovePartyin]

I love the idea of using the hole-in-the-wall closet as a way to plan your oufits out for the next day. I agree with another commenter about putting in some funky wallpaper for that little nook, so it feels even more intentional ☺️

[@jaelabi19]

This looks amazing! I love the color of wood in the end - really changes the vibe of the area! I like how you repurposed the rods in new spaces vs throwing them out for something new. Also, I'm pretty sure washi paper is used for the shoji doors/dividers/windows! (I would also recommend the 'Washi Transformed' exhibit if you ever get the chance - I think y'all might especially like Horiki Eriko's Ishi/Tane series of lights)

[@cheri6785]

I absolutely love it Becky❣️ The only thing I would add is some type of hanging something or other on the empty closet walls for small items like belts, scarves etc. … if there’s space. Sometimes it’s hard to tell via video. But I love it and think it’s totally You❣️😘

[@Radiomnious]

Ugh thank you so much - I'm currently trying to makeover a room that has 70s paneling and this gave me so many good ideas for trim and finishing work 🙌

[@TheSorryGirls]

You got this!

[@Nia-tq2ed]

What an amazing transformation especially considering the time and money spent! LOVE!

[@abbysquire1311]

LOVE IT BECKY!! ❤ my suggestion is not budget friendly, but I thought it would be so cool to add a wall where the dresser is allowing for more hanger space. Or, adding a fluted sheet of acrylic to the middle of the dresser would be neat to give further division of spaces 💕 but it’s perfect as is! Love it so much

[@louisianalevy7484]

I can’t explain how good this makeover was!!! I’m so impressed by the reimagining of this space ❤ the vibes are immaculate and the space plan is 🔥

[@christinevermeer4858]

Absolutely crushed it!!! The styling on top of the dresser really pulled that idea together.

[@wonderlove4515]

Brilliant 🎉 and I am always Amazed at the luck you have finding the perfect pieces. You go girl !!! Love ❤️ it !!

[@norahj7477]

Gorgeous makeover as always. ❤❤❤ For me I would put my heavy coats or dresses and gowns in the hole space so it will be like a storage rather than a closet and will be opened as much

[@goodvolks2know372]

I'm currently working on a "kitchen island" and using a dresser - so, that has left me with the same issue as your dresser not having a finished back. My plan to get around that is to either finish the back with a tongue and groove or to do a raised stencil design on the back. I think it will be great. I agree, that sliding door for the stair storage nook was brilliant - well done!

[@phoebegonzales]

Loooooove it. Gasped when I saw the stained walls to match the dresser, came together beautifully

[@sharlaangulo3649]

Love this!!!! So cute and clean and simple. Feels like a space that can grow with you too 😍

[@ElizabethsManyAdventures]

I love how you created the space outside of the closet incorporating it into the closet. I personally would have hung a full length mirror on that wall opening and put it on a hinge so it opens and closes and then add jewelry caddies to the dresser top and you have a whole area to "finish" or admire your outfit in your new extended closet space! ❤

[@audreyarsenault]

Looooove the teak stain 😍 I might have made the opening of the cubby bigger for accessibility but that's just me. This was so satisfying to watch!!!

[@lavendermistttttt]

Hey Becky, I'm Japanese and I didn't even know what shoji paper was made from so I looked it up in Japanese and apparently most of it is made of regular pulp (for making paper) lol. Technically it's "washi" AKA Japanese paper - you might have heard of washi tape. Best bet is to search for "washi paper". Even then, modern Japanese shoji have a plastic coating over the paper because as you can imagine it's easy to rip or even bust through them like the Koolaid man (like in old Japanese historic films). Loved your idea! I think its great to see appreciation of other cultures and being open to learning. Peace XOXO

[@helainawalmsley4225]

Ah I love this so much!!! I adore it when you make over something and it looks like it was more supposed to be in the house originally more than what was there before!!! So cool 😍

[@GennaCameron]

I really think you outdid yourself w this one, Becky! HUGE transformation, and it's perfect.

[@Sirsockbuddy]

your whole style in both your home and clothes is such a vibe!! also for the door I’m pretty sure it’s some type of washi paper that you’d be looking for!

[@Emma_Wright]

Great stuff! As someone who lived in Japan, the paper on the doors has no transparency. It will let daylight through, but you cant see anything through it at all. So without a light on in the small closet space, it will look the same as a traditional door in Japan :) Also for the stopper piece, maybe it would be better to have glued it to the back of the frame of sliding door, so that it catches the bottom ledge of the opening when lowered down. Of course, it would need to be just low enough so that it doesn't also catch the top of the opening and be able to close fully. But I think it would look a lot sleeker to have that hidden.

[@hannahrasmussen3885]

I think a runner rug extending out to where the teak dresser is at would really add to that whole long entry space idea that you were talking about! 🥰 Plus bring in some color and texture to add to the vibe you’re curating here!

[@nohandle508]

So functional and beautiful! I'm in awe of your talent, Becky!

[@KitoGarcia]

in regards to the random mystery hole in the wall - some family friends growing up had something similar, and it was essentially used as a way to make doing laundry more efficient (throwing your clothes down this chute that leads straight into the laundry room). not sure if that’s what yours was initially intended for but the idea just crossed my mind!

[@mehsinamarin1518]

Alright Becky. You will probably not even see this comment. But if you do let me tell you. You lit up my wall like your wall sconce. Whenever i feel cluttered or stuck in my days with my training, preparation or job. I just automatically turn to watch your content and i feel so relaxed and so inspired. Also i love your design space. It's totally awesome. All the best

[@evlash721]

This looks so much better! Love the lighting and your GENIUS drawer track idea!

[@genderdesk2363]

The small door is a laundry chute. My grandparents' farmhouse, built in the 1950s had one, but much smaller. They still had the old washing machine in the basement, with the mangle and the basins that were rolled out into the middle of the basement floor on laundry day. It was much faster to pop the laundry into the chute and have it land in the basement, instead of walking up and down all those stairs with it, especially when you had bedding to wash for 30 house guests. The laundry was dried on a long wire clothes line in the apple orchard.

[@natemirandafrancis6615]

This is giving 70’s resort hotel vibes but in the BEST way. I love the warm teak and the lights but I gasped when I saw the Japanese inspired door so good 🔥

[@ginacrusco234]

All the lighting choices are great: the pendant, track lighting, and table lamp!

[@moontorocket]

I think wallpapering the back little nook hole would be super cute. When sliding the clothes it would pop! Something with that amber orange color. ✨

[@aileendiary]

this has such a japanese funky vibes, i lov it so much!! loved the whole re-use of the objects and materials! great jobbb

[@ltlt3477]

Beautiful!!! Thanks to you Becky, I'm appreciating the mod Era soooo much more!!

[@amymcdavid1]

Regarding the team backed stand, for those who want to do something similar but can't find the right piece, I used a giant old frame mounted to the back of a dresser, it looks super fun. I periodically change out the fabric to change the vibe.

[@sophieaehae5185]

I really like how the closet door ties in the bathroom door. Makes everything look really cohesive

[@amberfrazier575]

When you have a large surface use a cotton t shirt scrap to wipe stain on and off. It’s great! Looks really nice!