When we renovated 3 years ago, we asked our architect to carve out a study space for our sons. Here's what it looks like now.
Upon closer inspection.
As you can see, not much work gets done here. It has become the home of a fraction of the Legos we own. The problem with assembling let's say the $150 Harry Potter castle is that the finished product needs a place to rest. We just don't have that kind of real estate to spare.
An aside: After agonizing over what counter surface to use, we chose dare I say: laminate. It comes in a variety of colors and is virtually indestructible -- an important consideration in this household. Not a great photo, but it looks like granite or soapstone. Faux I know.
I recently read about IKEA hackers. Do you all know about it? I found a multitude of ways to create Lego play surfaces, as well as storage, using IKEA products. Brilliant. Let's take a look at some.
This project used a wall frame and tubs with coordinating fabric curtains that blend in with the room's decor.
Look what's hiding inside:
This table is perfect for assembly, storage and display.
Don't have any floor space? Set up wall storage.
DIY blogger -- centsational girl -- made this good looking unit with the IKEA Lack table.
Are you an IKEA hacker? Please share.
O.M.G.! We are drowning in Legos - this is awesome! I am not an IKEA hacker but we do have two of their Trofast storage pieces just for Legos. Love this post!
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Just tonight, before even seeing today's blog, I sat on the floor of the Big A's room & picked up miniscule Lego pieces. A happy camper I was not. Nor am I an IKEA hacker. Realistically, I don't have the appitude to become one but I LOVE these ideas! Are your neighbors for hire?
ReplyDeleteThis is a problem I am happy to say that I do not have. However, I have to say that I am *shocked* you used laminate for the counter.
ReplyDeleteFabulous topic, Maureen! If I step on one more lego in the middle of the night, which you know I will, I am going to slap someone silly! Between my three boys, we have tried infinite lego options, and I think I am going to hack the white table with the storage bins underneath. I am pretty handy- I would be more than happy to come help. Again, great post! I am pinning the picture :)
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