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I made a behind the door reading nook

10 years ago

Hi all. I got creative this weekend and made my son this behind the door reading nook. I love to read and so does he (His favs are dr seuss) so Im so glad he now has somewhere to house his books. I used metal tubs for the shelves (the space behind the door is really narrow and i wanted the door to be able to close still)

Anyways here is a picture. What do you think? More pics and a little more detailed how to here: http://grillo-designs.com/diy-reading-nook-behind-door/

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Rina

10 years ago

That is really fun.

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Bev
10 years ago
Great concept! I'm sure your son loves it!
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Inline Design
10 years ago
What a cute idea, and great use of space!
Ben Hart
10 years ago
Cute as all get out! Love the colors! I bet he's gonna get a ton of use out of it. :)
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Original Author
10 years ago
Thank you all My son is loving it - although having trouble getting him to sleep at night now. He keeps sneakng behind the door to get a book when the door is closed lol
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Stecki Construction
10 years ago
How adorable! Your son must be so excited to have his own space to put is books. Thanks for sharing!
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Studio NOO Design
10 years ago
Nice !
Maureen
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Too bad it's hidden behind the door...because it's so cute. Noticed the classic Cat in the Hat and wondering if you have introduced Robert Munsch or (my kids' favorite) - Dennis Lee's Alligator Pie. Books are such precious things and leave us with such wonderful memories and thought I would share these authors.
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Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.
10 years ago
What a novel idea. Great job!
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OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
10 years ago
Nice idea!

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