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In the new studio

 

Long before there were frames and sprayed concrete outlines, the design of the indoor studio was months in the thinking and planning. Located in the upper section of the house, the sliding doors save valuable space by disappearing into the wall cavity. They are a neat way of moving between open and inviting and the need for quiet concentration.  On the right hand side the wall is reinforced and soundproofed from the activities area and guest rooms. An almost full length recessed space will be used for shelving and storage of textile and art supplies. Extra sound proofing and insulation. The sewing station will be located nearby.  The large window, behind camera, faces onto a small courtyard to be filled with potted plants and greenery. That's where the office desk / study will face. A couple of lounge chairs will be just inside the entrance, ready for relaxed reading or a snooze. I'm thinking of dividing the sections using  Kallax units. I measured and cut out the furniture shapes to scale. We will see if the "on paper" ideas translate to a creative and comfortable studio space.



 

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