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Before & After: From Shelving To Sensational Seating

Sarah Rae Smith
Sarah Rae Smith
Sarah Rae Smith has lived all across the Midwest and currently calls the bratwurst-laden city of Sheboygan home. She seeks out kitchens that make the best pie and farmers with fresh eggs.
published May 5, 2011
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Oh IKEA, where would our homes be without you? You offer us one product and the world turns it into 100 new designs and custom pieces for their home. This room is no different and this window area is about to go from drab to chalkboard fabulous!

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They’ve been busy getting organized at Repurposed Playground and although this transformation is similar to ones we’ve seen in the past, there are a few ideas to glean from this set-up that are perfect for any home.

The details make all the difference in a space. With a new cushion, chalkboard labels added to the baskets and few pillows, this space goes from “IKEA whatever” to cool place to be a kid and read or play. Check out more on this transformation and 5 more spaces that have recently been transformed in the same home at Repurposed Playground.

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