5 Ideas to Furnish Flex Rooms
One of the biggest buzz terms in Florida real estate today is flex room, which is defined as a room or area in the home that
you can use for different purposes. These spaces give you the flexibility to reconfigure as your needs and lifestyle change.
For instance, an empty nester may turn their child’s bedroom into a home gym, while new parents will transform the home
office into a nursery. And the best part? A flex room will keep evolving over time, adapting to the ages and stages of
household members.
With the right pieces of furniture, you can create a flex room that suits your purposes perfectly. Here are five ideas to get
you started.
1. Hone Your Craft
A designated space where you can pursue your passions is the ultimate feel good. A craft room is a place to nurture
your creativity. It also allows you to easily resume working on a project in your spare time without cluttering up the
dining room table.
Whether helping kids with a school project or dabbling in oil painting, a room like this should be outfitted with pieces
of furniture that are multipurpose in nature.
The first order of business is having a workspace that allows you to spread out. An extendable table like the
Essentials for Living Hudson Extension Dining Table is up for the task. Each end easily glides open to accommodate a
10″ extension leaf, so you have extra room when you need it.
Solidly built from natural gray acacia wood and veneers, the table features a square, pedestal base for a look that touches
on tradition while still feeling modern.
2. Get to Work
Most of us spend at least part of our week (or weekend) working from home, making it essential to have a place where
you can stay focused – even if you’re just paying bills.
With the addition of a few fundamental essentials such as a desk, chair, file cabinet and bookcase, you can create a
space that works just as hard as you do just about anywhere.
Consider adding an executive-style desk like this credenza from Harper Point. A mix of warm wood and sleek metal
gives it a rustic-modern sensibility that works well in various settings.
The drop-front keyboard drawer lets you keep your work surface clear of clutter, while drawers and a file cabinet keep
papers and supplies organized and out of sight. A cutout in the back facilitates cord management.
Pair with the Harper Point Office Chair for a coordinated look with maximum impact. Designed to keep your day rolling,
this desk chair is fitted with deluxe ball casters for smooth sailing. The five-star base adjusts to place you at the perfect height.
3. Book It
Carving out a corner for some quiet time is an excellent use of a flex space. We especially love the idea of creating a
book nook. Even if you aren’t an avid reader, it’s still a luxury to have a place to go where you can relax and decompress.
All you need is a comfortable chair, a side table, a bookshelf and a few good reads (or crossword puzzles).
A power recliner like this one from Best Home Furnishings puts you in total control for customized comfort. A sleek,
inline switch places you at the perfect angle, while the articulating headrest works to relax neck tension.
The Aski Magazine Table is the ultimate sidekick. It has plenty of room below for newspapers or magazines and space
up top for the latest bestseller, a cup of tea or a glass of wine.
We love the ingenious design of the Marco Bookcase. It features three cubbies that are masters at placing the spotlight on
keepsakes, photos and other decorative objects, while three additional cubbies offer closed storage. The open shelves
can display books horizontally or stacked one on top of the other.
4. Find a Place to Wine
Enjoy the finer things in life with a room dedicated to your favorite varietals or craft cocktails. Whether relaxing
solo or hosting guests, a wine room is made for kicking back and taking things one sip at a time.
Made with entertaining in mind, the Opaline Bar Cabinet is casual luxury at its finest. The exterior doors are ornamented
with a mother-of-pearl overlay and open to reveal a roomy interior with a mirrored back panel.
Inside you’ll find space for everything you need to show off your bartending skills, including wine glass holders, bottle
storage, adjustable glass shelves, four drawers and touch lighting.
Perfect in pairs, better as a quartet, the Craftmaster Swivel Chair is generously scaled and exceedingly comfortable.
It’s styled with sleekly sloped track arms and an attached box-border back with French seams. The base swivels
effortlessly so you can turn to wherever the conversation is headed.
5. Double Down
We love flex rooms that have the ability to multitask by serving two distinct purposes in one spot. One of our favorite
combinations? A media room that serves as a guest room.
A space like this is great for accommodating overnight guests and can also be used for sleepovers with friends or
family movie nights.
A sleeper sofa like the Capri is a smart choice for multipurpose spaces. Sofa by day, it easily converts to a comfy queen
bed at night.
With cushy seats and plenty of space for everyone to gather around, a piece of furniture like Kuka Home’s Juniper Sectional
is made for entertaining. The reclining seats place you at the perfect angle for movie viewing and the power headrests
offer comfortable support.
Did you know that a flex room can add value to your home? If you’d like to find out more, visit one of our showrooms or
contact us for personalized design assistance.
