This is our basement office. It’s the only finished space in our basement, and you have to walk through unfinished space to get here, but Dan and I both use it pretty regularly. (Dan, for MBA schoolwork and guesting on podcasts. Me, for sewing and storing random project supplies.) It’s basically the same as the last time I showed it to you, but messier. Now I want to make a few changes.
It needs a purge, a good scrub, some organizational systems put in place, a new desk chair and oh, a new paint job. I’ve never liked this weird shade of beige that was here when we moved in, but it wasn’t offensive enough to top the priority list. Its day has finally come, though. The walls are an odd, drab tone that I swear was matched exactly to one of those standard beige outlet cover plates. See what I mean?
I want something lighter, fresher and with a bit more energy. So dipping back into my paint stash, I’m going to go with the same barely aqua I used in Elise’s closets. There’s plenty of paint left and shades of blue are supposed to be conducive to creativity. So it’s a win-win.
The ceiling also needs to be done. It has a bunch of random smears and scratches. I usually detest painting ceilings, but this one is only 6’9″. Meaning, I can touch it while standing on the floor. That’s short! I’m thinking that might be easier to deal with. I’m going to try and find some paint I have on hand already that will work for that too. Gotta use up that stash!
I’m gearing up to start painting this week when I get some free time. Dan spent hours on Sunday moving things off of two of the walls. This small room is pretty packed with stuff, and there’s really no space to move it all out completely, so we’re going to have to tackle it piece by piece as we can shuffle things around.
See the last office makeover >>
See details about the office artwork >>
