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A custom desk turns an awkward spot into an accessible hub
Rethinking Spaces More at-home time inspires interior designers to make the most of overlooked areas – for now and later Our homes have become the settings for most everything we do – from streaming the latest Marvel movies on the couch to unfurling yoga mats on the floor. Homework at the kitchen table is nothing new, but today the busy spot resembles an internet cafe with Chromebooks and laptops, coffee mugs and juice boxes. Over time, some of these set-ups fashioned in haste during the early days of the pandemic became more permanent, and it’s likely many will remain because they’re useful. We checked in with two talented East Bay designers for tips and tricks for making the most of unexpected spaces – some for their clients and some for themselves. Photo by Sol Arnal, courtesy of Three Sparrows Design The Bay • February 2022 39