Stairs are a necessity in any home with more than one floor. Traditionally, the space directly underneath them has served little function in the home, and for some, would be considered “wasted”. With today’s innovative design ideas and construction techniques, that no longer needs to be the case. By working with a knowledgeable Victoria general contractor when building or renovating your home, you can transform this area into something uniquely, making it the perfect space for storage, play or studying.
Under the Stairs Playroom
The room underneath the stairs was made famous by a certain popular wizard who spent his early years with a muggle aunt and uncle who preferred to hide him away and refused to acknowledge his true potential. While banishing your children to a dusty space underneath the stairs probably isn’t your idea of making use of this space, with a little imagination, you can transform this area into a wonderful retreat for playing and relaxing.
Closed in, the space becomes a fun playroom that is reminiscent of a fort or tent inside the wall, and opened up, you can fill it with pillows for reading or enjoying a tea party surrounded by an abundance of their favorite stuffed animals or well-dressed dolls. Consider painting the area in a vibrant hue to keep it from feeling closed off and confining, and fill it with pillows, a bookshelf or fun wall decorations to create an eclectic playroom that every child is sure to love.
The Perfect Spot for Study and Work
When your home lacks a defined space for study or work, consider transforming the area under your stairs into a beautiful study, perfectly situated close to the family but away from day-to-day noise and distractions. Built-in bookshelves, a compact desk and perhaps, a motivational phrase upon the wall make for a great space that any professional or student is sure to love. Add a rustic barn door that can be opened for extra light or closed for more privacy.
Create Your Own Library
If you already have a dedicated office and playroom, a great use for your under stairs space is as a fun and functional library. Some custom made bookshelves handcrafted by your favorite Victoria carpenter and a comfortable chair and rug make for a cozy space that invites everyone to sit back and enjoy a great book. Bookshelves can be placed under the stairs or wrapped throughout them to create an interesting visual effect as you climb to the next level. An added bonus is that your books will help to absorb noise throughout the space, making your stairs quieter and your home more peaceful too.
Storage for Your Victoria Home
For families constantly troubled by where to put all their stuff, the under stairs space might provide the solution you have been searching for. Rather than clutter everything into a single closet underneath the stairs, add drawers to provide rational, organized storage spaces for winter clothes, shoes, towels or whatever your heart desires.
Long cabinets are another option that gives you space to store taller items like ironing boards or the vacuum while still keeping your home attractive and well organized every day of the year. For Victoria tiny homes, you can even incorporate storage right into the stairs by creating drawers that open for easy access but shut securely when you need to climb to the next level of your home.
Stairs in a home are a necessity, but they also just might be an opportunity waiting to happen. The space is functional, and with a little imagination, it can be used in a unique way to perfectly compliment your family’s lifestyle. Work with a Victoria general contractor like the professionals at Alair Homes to transform your stairs into a space you’re sure to love and get lots of use out of too.