subject: The Neglected Spaces In Your Home Need Attention Too [print this page] Rooms in your home like the bedroom and living spaces always tend to get the most attention. Even the kitchen, used for utilitarian purposes, was probably designed to be warm, comfortable, useable, and welcoming to all members of your family. However, there are utilitarian spaces in the home that may be lacking in design aesthetic. These rooms are often unseen by houseguests, so they are ignored and neglected. In other cases, visitors may see the rooms, but they serve a purpose and then people leave. Few have any intentions of lingering and enjoying certain rooms in the home. However, it is important for homeowners to consider how much time is actually spent in these spaces. A laundry room is not a shared space, but if you are spending time in the area, it should feel comfortable and motivate you to do laundry. A powder room is seen by visitors, but few have intentions of hanging out in the space. However, if you create a relaxing design, you may find you enjoy taking long soaks in the tub in the evening, or it may brighten your day as you prepare for work or school. If you are considering ways to improve these spaces, consider capital lighting. Bathroom lighting and illuminating the laundry room properly makes the entire space feel different. In addition to lumination, there are a number of other things that can be done to turn otherwise ignored rooms into comfortable, inviting spaces that make life easier and more fun.
In the laundry room, bold, bright colors will help you get in there and work. Make sure the room suits your needs as far as its original purpose. Include a washing machine and dryer that works well, install a drying rack, and make sure you have plenty of storage for your materials. There should be plenty of space to work in. Create folding, pre-treating, and sorting spaces. Add bins or baskets to make sorting and organizing a simple task. Install comfortable flooring in the space.
Remember basement spaces, where laundry areas usually are may get cold or hot. Flooring and insulation can keep both the heat and cold in.
If you are planning to upgrade your powder room, there are a variety of choices. You can choose something fun and colorful, or you can opt for a relaxing retreat that has spa-like qualities.
This is a great way to enhance this otherwise neglected space. It is not a huge investment to make these improvements. Soothing paint colors, soft and comfortable fabrics, and scented candles may just be enough to give you peace of mind when in your powder room. Best of all, guests can enjoy your handiwork, and every morning you will get to enjoy the space.
