something old, something new

stumbled upon this little friend at one of my favorite sources for cheap and surprising second hand finds. my companion for the afternoon wasn't too keen on accommodating the set of drawers in her backseat, which was understandable considering its state. 

 

however, with a bit of sanding,  priming & cleaning, and few coats of old white paint, the piece acquired some charm and a new purpose. it now contains my papers, small projects, and supplies.

expenses & supplies

set of drawers: $4

primer: $15

old can of low voc paint: free

paper to line the drawers: $3.50

total: $22.50

A Starting Point

(RE)DESIGN was recently hired to make sense of the basement apartment below Dave and Nancy's home. It was a rewarding and challenging first job. Dave and Nancy are people of incredible heart; every cupboard and drawer offered proof of their love for their family and friends. However, the little space also had the misfortune of becoming a dumping ground of sorts, a place to put all the excess stuff the couple had acquired over the years. For a peek at the before and after photos, click here.

Making it Yours: Part II

Edit. Before they can take on a shape or style, the rooms of your home need a good edit. Furniture, clothing, accessories, momentos, you name it. You're going to have to ask yourself, "Do I love it? Do I use it? Is it worth making room for?" Giving something space in your home, in your life, is no small gesture. The items you choose need to serve you; either they are useful to you in some way or another, or they're not.

Image from a Swedish interior as featured on the Style Files.