Having your kids move out can bring on a range of emotions. But after these feelings pass, there is the practical question of what to do with the extra space. In the past, you probably yearned for extra room in the house. Now that you have it, why not put it to good use and design something relevant to your life?
Here are five spare room ideas for empty nesters:
1. Walk-in closet and dressing room
You’ve seen the walk-in closet of your dreams on television. Why not make that dream a reality and turn your spare room into a walk-in closet and dressing room? Imagine — a whole wall of shoes and purses on full display and an island in the center to store clothes, jewelry, and accessories. An epic closet like this keeps all your clothes housed year-round. No more dragging them up from the basement or down from the attic every season. And depending on the floor plan of your home, you may even be able to connect the walk-in closet and dressing room to the primary bathroom.
2. Home gym and yoga studio
Do you have your Peloton bike or other gym equipment tucked away somewhere in the house? Turn your spare room into a home gym that meets all your cross-training needs, with space for multiple pieces of equipment. Make sure you mount a television for entertainment or to stream your favorite classes. Better yet! Create a quiet, distraction-free zone for a home yoga or Pilates studio. You can also add large wall mirrors to practice proper form.
3. Library
If you’re an avid reader, another great spare room update is creating your very own library and reading nook. This update may be the easiest transformation. Simply add bookshelves or have custom shelves built and fill them with your favorite books. Then, you can add a good reading lamp, a cozy chair or two, and a side table. You’ll have all you need for your reading oasis! However, be warned, you may never want to leave.
4. Home office
Are you among the many people who have spent the past few years working remotely or in a hybrid role? Is your home office space up to par? If not, upgrade your spare room to an office. A dedicated office is an excellent option if more than one person works remotely. Plus, the room’s closet can double as a place to store files and other items. Most importantly, a home office allows you to leave work behind at the end of the day as you head to the kitchen for dinner or relax in the living room. Even if you don’t work from home, having a dedicated workspace to pay bills and other personal items is beneficial.
5. Multi-purpose guest room
Just because the kids are out of the house doesn’t mean they’ll never come home! So it’s okay if you still want to keep a spare room for visiting friends and family. Instead of leaving it as a traditional bedroom, tap into a popular design trend and design a multi-purpose room. These days there are more options than ever for multi-functional furniture and clever, modern beds or gym equipment that store away in cabinets. Investing in these pieces will leave you with plenty of space for a desk, reading nook, or craft area to exist in the room as well.
Let the Professionals Design Your Spare Room
When it comes to a spare room, there are several ways you can transform the space and make it your own. After serving as your child’s bedroom for years, it’s okay for you to reclaim the area once they move into their own place. Think about how you can best use the extra space and design away!
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