Use... wall space wisely

Make the most of valuable wall space with a wall-mounted desk or fold-down storage solution

USE ALL AVAILABLE WALL SPACE When space is limited, it’s key to utilise every inch to the max. For a small home office or craft room, the key could be making the walls worker harder.

BUILD A BESPOKE MODULAR SYSTEM A wall-mounted storage unit with fold-down compartments provides ample space for a desk and storage without taking up floor space. You can choose to fold each section flat against the wall when not in use.

PICK MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FURNITURE A wall-hung cabinet that doubles as a desk is another smart solution. Simply fasten the bottom half away to hide all trace of the day’s work. With drawers and storage compartments it can also be used as a standard bedside unit to place a lamp etc. Add a small stool for when you’re using it as a desk.

CREATE A SENSE OF CALM Pick a serene colour palette for a restful room scheme that promotes calm and creativity. Soft pastels are a contemporary choice, including pale grey/blue for walls. Brighten desk drawers by painting the fronts in complementary shades.

Use an existing dining chair to double up as office seating

GREAT IDEA A downlighter lampshade creates a pool of task light A wall-mounted unit with a flip-down surface doubles up as a side table and pop-up workspace