Ian made me this lovely bookcase as I have loads of books needing a home. The thing is it is not only a bookcase.
We only have one bedroom here and we needed to have somewhere for our visitors to sleep. Somewhere with a bit of privacy. Where could we put them? The stable? No, only joking, really. Anyway Ian came up with a wonderful plan. Hence the bookcase.
The bookcase is at the front but behind is a secret hiding place. My hubby is not a carpenter and came across a few problems during the construction but it turned out just as we wanted it.
In the back of the bookcase we have stored the double bed frame and mattress. Its a perfect storage place for it when it’s not in use.
When we get company the bookcase opens out and becomes a room divider. The back then become a wardrobe for the guests clothes.How ingenious is that?
It halves the size of our living room when we do have guests but we spend a lot of time outside in the courtyard anyway, so it is not too much of an inconvenience.
I know that I am very pleased with it, all it needs now is for it to be stained or varnished.
fabulous idea! and such beautiful wood. what kind is it?
ReplyDeleteGreat idea and it works, but now you need to stop that little old lady just walking in. lol
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever man.. brilliant idea xx
ReplyDeleteWhat an ingenious use of space. You say that he is not a carpenter but he has done an excellent job.
ReplyDeleteHow creative. I considered getting a Murphy bed for my sewing room for guests when we moved but in the end, I didn't even have space for something to go up against a wall.
ReplyDeleteGOOD idea!!! Multi-purpose!
ReplyDeleteWhat a good idea, well done Ian! !
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