We are in the midst of a series of articles featuring tips and solutions for Organizing in Small Spaces.

When dwelling in a small space, it’s helpful to find strategic ways to set up your rooms to serve dual purposes.

A book case is a superb way to section off one large space into multiple activity areas/zones (with a bonus of additional storage):

• One Space / Three Purposes:

{1: living area of a personal friend of mine}

{2 : computer/message area}

{3: Play Area}

 

• Living Room/Dining Room:

{image via housetohome.co.uk.com}

• Office / Living Room

{Image via Alanna Cavanaugh}

• Living Room / Bedroom
  

  {Image via apartment therapy}

• A shared sibling bedroom: 

{side 1 for a girl – via IKEA Share Space}

• Kitchen/Creative Work Space:

{via BHG}

Create space for an office/creative space in any room with the  help of …

{coat closet turned mini office via Women’s Day}

{leaning shelves sold at Container Store}

• Formal Dining room turned Home Office:

{image via Apartment Therapy}

•   Formal Dining Room Turned Craft Room: (via Tatertots & Jello):

  
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After:

1. How to Create Space in Small Living Areas
   
2. Maximize Storage with Shelving 
3. Designate a {Limited} Place for Everything