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Is this built-in idea weird? :) Help!

5 years ago

Please be honest in your thoughts & experience. I can take it. =)


I LOVE our custom built-ins on either side of the fireplace, but we still need storage.


I'd really like to put a custom matching built-in, floor-to-ceiling storage, cabinets and shelves level with the existing ones- as wide & deep as I can go- in the corner where the dresser is in the 2nd photo IF it would look good. I thought of merging it with the beam, or cutting the beam to it in & extending it as far as possible to allow clearance for the door...


The main problem is a bathroom door that swings open into the space, so it would need to stop at the right spot... but even so, would it still be awkward? I'm not entirely sure how to handle it, or if it would look nice.


1. Am I on the wrong track altogether? Would it look as nice as I picture it, blend in & brighten up that corner, or would it be weird, or just look bad?


2. Am I thinking too big & maybe it would work if I keep it shallow & less wide? Any thoughts on how to handle the depth, width & door clearance? (I can give measurements if it helps!)


3. If it WOULD work & look good, then is there any way to extend the built-in past the clearance to use the space in the corner, or I am pushing my like?


4. If I hire a carpenter, will they just be honest if it'll look off and tell me not to do it?


( If you are wondering, the wall with the mirror will have a sofa- and is really the only spot I like for it) which leaves the spot where the dresser is in the 2nd photo.)


I'm admittedly an amateur & need all the help I can get! Thank you! =)




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