10 Cleaver Uses for the Space Under the Stairs

Petite Powder Room: Who wouldn't love an extra half bath? The space under your stairs can perfectly accommodate such a luxury. Elegant details, like the graphic wallpaper seen here, lend a sense of refinement to this cozy room. (See also "11 Tiny Bathrooms We Love" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/11TinyBathrooms)





The Ultimate Bookcase: In homes where a narrow staircase makes a powder room or worktable infeasible, a fabulous bookcase can be built in with ease. You might choose a cubby style, as shown in this chic interior, or opt for shelves that vary in height and width to accommodate both books and decorative objects. (See also "Weekend Projects: Build a Better Bookshelf" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/BuildBetterBookshelf)




Stealthy Storage: Every home can use more storage. Fortunately, the often-neglected space under a staircase provides an ideal spot for built-in drawers and cabinets. This stylish example demonstrates the important role paint and hardware play in matching the surrounding decor. (See also "10 Cabinet Hardware Styles" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/CabinetHardwareStyles)





Space-Saving Bike Storage: Many people, especially city dwellers, struggle with finding a place to store their bicycles. As this straightforward storage solution demonstrates, the space they've been looking for may have been underfoot all along.




Covert Kitchen Pantry: Every cook dreams of a pantry with floor-to-ceiling shelves and ample room for canned goods, baking supplies, and all manner of kitchen necessities. But did those dreams reveal that such a space can be built in under a staircase?! In this clean-lined interior, the large wooden doors were stained a pleasing spring green, adding an upbeat, modern sense to the space. (See also "7 DIY Pantry Hacks and Kitchen Storage Ideas" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/DIYPantryHacks)




A Wall of Wine: Custom shelving built under a staircase can give you the "wine cellar" you always wanted, without making you head down to the basement every time you want to raise a glass. The eye-catching arrangement will likely be a conversation starter among family and friends, as well. (See also "5 Easy DIY Wine Racks" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/DIYWineRacks)




Cheerful Home Office: If you've always wanted a work area but thought you didn't have enough room, claim the space under the stairs as your own. A pretty chair, a work surface attached to the wall, and cork board for pinning inspirational images are all you need to create a fun and functional home office. (See also "Ingenious Alternatives to a Traditional Home Office" on BobVila.com: http://bit.ly/HomeOfficeAlternatives)




Streamlined Entertainment Center: The depth of space under a staircase can be sufficient for a built-in entertainment center that houses a flat-screen TV and a bookcase to boot, along with drawers for remotes, movies, and game accessories. You bring the popcorn!
 











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