76 Reader Space: Design Build Love Laundry

Today's reader space tells such a great story of the magic of paint, the power of the Internet and the importance of organizing. 

Ashley wrote:

Hey Jen!

I know you LOVE organized spaces, so I just had to share my recent laundry room overhaul with you!  I know laundry rooms can be a bit of a bore, but this one is no longer- I went for high impact {on a budget}!  We have one of those terribly awkward and tiny "pass-through" laundry rooms, making it prime realty to collect junk and become disorganized.  I finally decided that enough was enough and took matters into my own hands!  With less then $150, I completed a custom color-blocked herringbone paint treatment using paint I had on hand, DIY'd new shelving, created a hang-dry area for delicate pieces, added some storage boxes with custom labels {made sans a Silhouette machine}, hung bars for our frequently used cleaners and some hand towels, DIY'd some basic decor {included our swiffer duster "holder" vase, flowers in sand vases, and wall art with $1 frames and some travel art that I bought several years ago}.

In the end, the room turned out better than I ever could have imagined and each day I walk through or by that room I literally smile uncontrollably {and awkwardly, I'm sure}!  I recently posted the reveal on my blog: http://designbuildlove.co/pinterest-partayy-entire-room-makeover/

Thanks a ton!

Ashley


Let's take a look at Ashley's laundry room before her takeover:

"Our laundry room suffers from a case of the “pass-through’s”!  What does that mean?  That means that it is the narrow corridor that you pass through when entering our home from the garage and it dumps you into the kitchen!  Because of this, the laundry room has been a horrible dumping ground for miscellaneous junk ever since we moved in, and it gets seen all the time since it’s right off our kitchen. On top of being very tight on usable space, the one shelf that was in the laundry room was literally out-of-reach for my 5’2″ frame, making its use nearly impossible!"


But now.....

After some Pinterest inspiration, she ended up with a laundry room that had a painted herringbone accent wall, fresh paint in the entire room, custom DIY built shelves, DIY wall art and decor, more efficient storage and easier access to used items!

• She set a tight budget and stuck to it!  When that is done, it forces you to get really creative and resourceful, which she was with a fabulous outcome!
• She found her inspiration on the www.  Finding inspiration is a great way to get started.  It gives you an idea of where you are headed and provides all sorts of motivation.
• She labeled her storage so no more piles should be formed, everything has a place!
• That hanging bar for clothing is a simply genius laundry room addition!
• She customized the shelving at levels that worked for her.  Putting less frequently used items above and everyday needs in arms reach!
• She didn't settle for the placement of the washer and dryer.  She moved them together to make room for her laundry hamper.
• I love how she is storing her cleaning bottles, leaving them hanging out in the open allows her to quickly grab what she needs in a jiff!
• That herringbone wall.  I am speechless trying to find words to describe how amazing it is.  It really takes that space to a whole new level.  It shows that those extra steps to beautify are so worth it in the end.  Combining storage with decor is always a winning combination.
• She smiles when she sees it.  That's what it's all about my friends.  That giant perma grin that you sport after completing a great organizing project.  The magnetic pull that brings you back to your finished space just to oohh and ahhh and feel amazing!

What do you heart most?  Anyone else been revamping your laundry closet, nook or room?  Or maybe taking on a fun wall treatment?

ATTENTION!!  Want to be featured in a Reader Space edition?  Have an awesome organizing story to share?  I am looking for projects that have made a positive impact to your life.  Please send your story and photos to iheartorganizing@gmail.com and I would heart to feature them right here, on the blog!!  Photos should be high resolution and unedited.  Please include a description of the project, including any costs, inspiration, and how it has changed your life and routine for the better!  Oh, and no worries my friends, we will NEVER judge "before" pictures because that just wouldn't be nice!  Only love goes on at this blog!  More info HERE.