Sunday, February 20, 2011

Office Renovation Part 2...

Yes, part 2, not part finished!  I got my bookcase finished, which made the room look significantly better!  Now I have some finishing projects to do to make the room complete! Those will have to wait until Spring Break though!  I've put off studying all weekend to make a more comfortable studying space, so now I must study! You can see my bookcase midway, and the beginning of my office here. So, without further adieu, here it is!

Just to remind you how the desk looked before:


And here it is with the bookcase!  I need to paint that mirror frame and hang it! That will make the area look less cluttered.


Here's a side by side:

 

This is the view walking into the office.  I plan on building a tall and skinny bookcase to put next to that desk against the bare wall.  I also have a picture project I'm working on that will fill the empty space on the wall in front of the desk.


And here is the area across from my desk/bookshelf.. just my little blue chair and the closet doors:


When I am sitting at my desk, this is to my right.  Again, I'll be putting some picture projects on that blank wall.


And here is a very poor view of my corner desk.. I couldn't move back any further to get a full picture.  That chair will be painted over Spring Break, probably orange.


And a little close-up of my bookshelf and it's contents.. fortunately I only have one more didactic semester or I wouldn't have room for any more books!


Ok.. off to put this room to good use!  Lots of studying to do!  Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Cheers!

38 comments:

Brianna said...

Such a fun inviting room! Good job :)

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

I'm a follower now and please follow back for more mutual blog visits ;) Your office is now more conducive for working. Great job! Hopping by from DIY showoff.

The DIY Show Off said...

Katie - the office is looking great! I love the bookcases in front of the desk! Great solution! Look forward to seeing more! :)

Thanks for linking to the DIY Project Party!

Have a great week!

Roeshel

Cassie @ Primitive & Proper said...

katie, that looks sooo glamorous and gorgeous and (i can't think of another really good g word...)...gilded! that gigantic gold frame is stunning, and really brings out the color in the rug, and the rug is beautiful. i am happily your newest follower and look forward to more! i have already enjoyed our chats and dreaming of you. ;)

Lauren said...

This looks amazing! Where did you find that rug? I just love it!

MMB Creations said...

That bookcase is perfect. I am working on a bookcase for my craft/guest room. I hope it works as well.

Jeanne said...

Katie. WOW. that was fast.. I JUST posted 'the world' the world..a whammy- there was your comment.

Hey you, I LOVE that frame!! LOVE.
Such a fun happy place to work..
xo Jeanne.
http://beeskneesbungalow.blogspot.com/

A Vintage Vine said...

WOW! What a change...you put it together so well! Love the color on the chair!

Organize with Sandy said...

It looks great with that bookshelf there. Looks like it is coming together! I would love for you to link it to my Organizing Mission link party.
Here is the link since I'm not on blogger anymore.
http://www.organizewithsandy.com/2011/02/21/organizing-mission-monday-week-10/
Hope to see you there!

Cherie said...

I totally need to do that in my office... well in my room! I am a new follower... stop by and follow me!

http://justcraftytoday.blogspot.com

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

We can always use more shelves! What a great idea! ♥

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

Katie, love this colorful office space. Thanks so much for linking up this week.

Krafty Kat said...

Love this office space! The shelves look great and I love all of the pops of color with the white furniture. Thanks for linking up!

Erika . . . with a K said...

Loving the office space you have, it looks great. The bookshelves really add a lot!

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

This is great and fun area. What a wonderful job you did with your desk. Kudos to you!
I just LOVE your carpet!!!!!!
Yvonne

Kim @ Second Time Furniture said...

Looks awesome, Katie!

the cape on the corner said...

i love how you used that bookcase 'round the back like that. and the color in your rug and walls-so fun and fresh! fantastic job!

Jacqueline said...

looks fantastic!

Meg said...

I heart that desk...I heart that room!

CAS said...

Great job! I love that you put the bookcase so that it covers the knee-hole on the outside. Who wants to see all those computer wires? That's always my biggest nemesis. Good luck on the studies. I'm a new follower.
CAS

Michelle said...

I so love that chair! I am currently using a very uncomfortable kitchen chair *sigh* I just haven't found one that *fits* in my room! I'm trying to decide what to do with my desk, so hopefully once I figure that out, I will be inspired......or find one like yours, it's perfect!

Katie @ EyeSpyDIY said...

Your office looks great! I love the bookshelf, rug, and green chair!

Also, I have a great Dove chocolate giveaway going on right now and would love if stopped by and entered: http://eyespydiy.blogspot.com/2011/02/dove-chocolate-discoveries-giveaway.html

~Katie @ Eye Spy DIY

Allison {A Glimpse Inside} said...

It looks great! That added bookshelf really added a lot. Can't wait to see it finished with all the other things you have in mind!
Thanks for linking up Katie!

Jodi Lebrun said...

Love when renos include side by side views. You did a great job!
Following you now from Thrilling Thursday. I'm:
http://livinglifephotographically.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-week-in-pictures.html

Heavenly Savings said...

Cute Blog! I’m a new follower Happy Friday!! I would love for you to stop and take a look at my blog as well! Thanks!
http://heavenlysavings.blogspot.com

Lisa Cash said...

Stopping by from Speckled Dog. Your makeover looks great! I love that color and the bookshelf! Clever idea to put it in front of the desk like that.

At The Picket Fence said...

This is fantastic Katie! Great job! Thank you so much for linking it up to Inspiration Friday this week~
Vanessa

Pamma said...

This looks fantastic! Fresh, gorgeous colors. I really love your chairs--they look substantial and vintage! Carry on with that studying and I want to see your finish, when the time is right!
Best regards,
~Pam
pamspaintparlor.typepad.com

Donene said...

I love the rug in the room and your painting looks fantastic! What a great room to study in. Thanks for visiting and your nice comments and yes those, monkey and owl hats come in adult sizes. Let me know what color you would want and I would be glad to make one for you!

Nicole said...

Wow, your office looks amazing, I love all the colors! And your book shelf corner desk combo is the coolest thing ever!! It looks very cozy too. Visiting from A Glimpse Inside.

gail@myrepurposedlife.net said...

I really like how you put the book shelves in front of the corner desk!
thanks for sharing @ ccc
My daughter jamie lives in n'ville!

Elizabeth said...

What a great use of your space! Would love you to link up to Made With Love. My readers will love this! http://sewchatty.blogspot.com

Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

Oh just love what you did with your desk- it has tons of space for your books now! I love the color of your room too!! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

Kimberlee said...

I just love how it looks with the bookcase. Great idea! Can't wait to see the mirror painted and hung. Gorgeous mirror.
~Kimberlee
www.TheSpunkyDiva.com

AD-venture in HEELS said...

I love your office it's so fun and inviting. I am in process of redoing my office/craft area. Its coming along just fine expect I can't paint the walls as I rent LOL. I love the colors and the bookcase is awesome!

Came by from the DIY show off.

Nice work

Melissa
www.adventuresinheels.com

Abigail said...

LOVVVEEEE YOUR OFFICE!

Taylor said...

Thanks for checking out my blog! I love your office! I have been trying to convince my hubby that pink is the color of the year but hes not taking the bait haha.

www.taylormadehome.blogspot.com

Faye said...

Well, the before pic shows that the place lacked oomph. But after the major overhaul, I am totally digging the place. It is livelier and the furniture are pretty well-placed around the home office. That makes it easy for you to navigate around.

Faye Acklin

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