Choose a style that fits the look you want. Things can always be painted, stained or embellished to match, but style base builds that starting point

As the old storage was pulled, new room was made for more comfortable and plush seating.

Bottles and jars can be stored in bins. Upright storage can hide and hold many bottles.

Play with configuration to achieve the look you want. The traditional square to the wall look is not required. In this case, an open-concept space made trying to square the room block the doors and close the space.

Angle furniture for more space and cozy intimate conversation.

The original long storage is repurposed vertically to a hidden corner where pool toys tended to accumulate after a swim.

A welcome space had mismatched ottomans and tried to make use of long storage. Games, blankets, candles were contained in the shelf table, but it quickly becomes awkward and an eye sore--not very welcoming. Folding chairs were used to provide seating with back support and the ottomans were rarely...