@@TonyYeungExe I don't understand what you're saying. What do you mean 'it looks like going to a short term solution.'? And why can't you have a funky print inside and the slide door as well?
I was hoping you would make and attach open shelving along the new teak cabinet to the ceiling, to create a divide/hallway! That would have been so cute! (Not that it’s not cute without it!)
was coming to say the exact same thing. I know they've done similar in another make over (think it was one of their sisters rooms or similar) and it worked really well
I agree, the cabinet still looks a bit awkward and this would better integrate it. Or at least put an large upright plant on cabinet to create a bit more of a seperate space, something to draw the eye up
I was so hoping you’d extend the closet into the space and move the bedroom door in, I feel like you could have got so much more storage that way and you wouldn’t have had to cover the opening in the wall. Looked like the stopper for the small door you made could have been placed inside the wall facing the clothes then you wouldn’t have had anything jutting out from the wall. Seems like you like it though so I’m happy for you! Making closet changes has always made clothes feel like new for me! :)
…ditto….thought maybe there would be a little hallway into the bedroom…enclose that whole square space and incorporate the wall cubby into the closet…add a simple bifold door similar to the bathroom door…granted, a lot more work but the closet space would double - and be closed off….
I love how you made it work with the awkward space you already had rather than tearing it down & building a new closet. This is a realistic DIY & shows how to get creative without doing a complete gut
Exactly for us gals who can’t extend anything lol this is perfect. Ugh I have one of those closets you can’t walk in. One of my doors is hanging on for dear life at the corner top. It falls of time to time as well 😭 why haven’t I fixed it yet?
It is definitely an improvement, but here's what I would have done differently: I would have taken the whole space down to the studs and extended the closet out into the bedroom (including the area where you have the dresser and the weird wall hole). In that way, there would be a short hallway into your bedroom (that is the back of the new longer closet). The walls in the short hallway could have been gallery walls or covered in a cool wallpaper. With the new, much longer walk-in closet, I would have installed a pocket door that matches the door on your ensuite bathroom. Unfortunately, I think the faux shoji door that you made looks a bit DIY when seen in the same frame as the bathroom door, which is similar. I also would have paneled the new walk-in closet with cedar panels so that it always smells fresh, and it protects any woolens you might have. Into the weird square hole in the wall, I would have created built-in wooden shelving, but just make them not so deep. They would have been great to hold hats or purses on display.
Close to my thoughts. Only I would have opened the wall to the funny space and put a hanger like she has. But it would be so much easier to get to not this odd hidden closet space you have to dig things out of.
This. That whole cubbyhole thing is so weird and it's still a ton of wasted space that does not flow at all with anything. and that dresser cuts off a walkway and interupts the flow too.
It seems like Becky stated that there’s a stairway behind the long wall in the closet, limiting what she could do with the cubby. She didn’t show how far down the cubby went, so could have another obstruction there, as well.
I saw a hack that I think would be very useful here - to use the shorter, kid sized clothes hangers for pants instead of the standard size. It helps a ton with tight spaces like this closet - the pants fit snugly on the smaller sized hanger giving you extra inches of space and looks nicer too. Lovely job on the makeover! It looks great!
My family/parents lived in Japan for 8 years and bought most of our furniture there. Any furniture pieces with a paper element has always been Washi paper rather than rice paper and we’ve replaced it over the years as it got ripped. It’s made of fibers, is more transparent, and normally has some more texture to it than rice paper but is still very strong! Sometimes it can be inlaid with leaves or flowers etc but we have always used a plain creamy roll. Not sure where it is sold in Canada but I think that is probably more what you were going for with the panel!
Yes it can be found in Canada!! The Japanese Paper Place and the retail store (The Paper Place) in downtown Toronto carry a HUGE variety of Washi papers and Chiyogami papers as well Nepalese papers. I used to work there and it was magical. I think you can order some things online as well.
That’s exactly what I was thinking! Adding a piece of art would blend beautifully with the space instead of a window next to another door. It distracts me. Everything else I love including the window but for a different project
The wood panelling and track lights are so cool! I think a midcentury room divider above that cabinet would be a cool way to define the space even more. Amazing makeover as always!
When Becky began staining: “Oh, no! It’ll be so dark!” When she finished staining: “ Oh, wow! It looks so warm!” Well done! I was there for the 70s; this feels so _real._ A lot of childhood feels rushing back right now. . .
The paneling looks so great in the main closet that you might want to glam up the little one, too. If you ever want to make the closet bigger, you could just extend the whole thing out into your room. It would look great.
I think there are ways to make this space more effective - but I LOVE how you decided to makeover the space. It's much more unique and has so much character and intrigue. You're so creative and I love your style, but mostly I have a deep admiration for how you commit to the vibes and use your ingenuity to bring your vision to life. You are seriously one of my favorite artists out there - and that's what you are! You make beautiful art ❤️
Becky you must be a magician. I'm always blown away with how you transform the environment and not just the place you work on. I LOVE how it looks every time, there has never been a meh
Becky is an absolute mood in this video. I found this video more entertaining than informative or inspiring 😂 You look happy,chatty and positive Becky. Lots of love ❤
Have you considered making a grid pattern with extra pieces of wood on the 'back' of the cabinet? So it matches the wall door? I think it would add a lot of cohesiveness to everything 😊
I try not to let video drops control my schedule, but when Becky posts a home update it’s time to drop everything and be delighted by the abundance of creativity.
This is INCREDIBLE. I feel like people don't think to make changes to their closets, but it is a space you access every day, so you might as well make it functional and stylish. In your case, you also enhanced the whole vibe of your room!! Love it!!
If it has an actual metal longing almost like a ac vent it might be a laundry chute. They’re the bomb if your washer and dryer is in the basement. The size is more like an old dumb waiter very interesting.
She said it the STAIRS to the basement directly under her, which means it's likely structural and can't be moved. If she cut a hole in the hole, her clothes would just land on the stairs. 🤪
@@valarya yeah not a good plan. I’m curious what was behind the wall adjacent to the closet if she could’ve enlarged the closet. Old houses are full of mysteries
This looks much better, and groovier! Love the vintage pieces. I'd probably paint the inside of the funky cupboard so it looked less creepy inside, but that's just me. So glad you replaced the bedroom door for something much more appropriate. I love this series.
Okay I have ideas!!! 1. So I like the cabinet separating the space but it would be so cute if you added shelves that run parallel to the cabinet. You could display decor, accessories, books, and maybe even some stack of cool tees or denim. 2) I would extend the sheet wall that you used inside of the closet to the other wall. Basically elongating the closet. You could still have the cute sliding door but I would create a whole new feeling 3) the little nook with the sliding door would be so cute if also finished in the sheet wall and stained. But an added thought would be adding shelving or some sort of organization for accessories or for makeup. Also the sliding door being changed to a mirror- that could be like a whole hidden vanity/ getting ready space.
THIS 👏🏼 I’ve never had this many EXACT same thoughts with a stranger before!! Like wow, I was thinking the same design edits as the reveal shots were rolling. Well said and great eye girlie! 🤗
Additional alternative ideas that snowballed from there… 1. Use that taller dresser/credenza (to the left of the door in one of wider room pans) instead To create an actual “wall/divide” top to bottom. 2. If keeping the shorter credenza in place, put the mirror on that wall behind it (next to the door) so it’s kind of like a dressing table and you can look directly across…..which could then reflect a nice piece of art (as others have suggested) over that little stairwell cubby space. Very boutiquey. 3. Throw some supports in that cubby space, more of that same paneling, and then install and slide out “trays” (slim drawers) for accessories (think ikea pax). Obviously an all-out reno with new/moved walls would be great but I could understand that being a later project after just completing the bathroom. Nevertheless love the commitment to this aesthetic and how it’s cohesively coming together. 😊
Alright Becky. You will probably not even see this comment. But if you do let me tell you. You lit up my wall like your wall sconce. Whenever i feel cluttered or stuck in my days with my training, preparation or job. I just automatically turn to watch your content and i feel so relaxed and so inspired. Also i love your design space. It's totally awesome. All the best
@@TheSorryGirls you're so clever ❤ I was finding a solution for a sliding panel for boats windows But as a stopper I was thinking about an Etsy or vintage simple or sculptural shaped mid century knob or a door knob (instead of a piece of wood)
Becky, did you just reinvent the sliding barn door trend?! 🤩 The applications-hiding electrical panels, minimalist entry key rack cover, even for bathroom privacy (those awkward windows too close to the neighbor 😅), oooohhh that was GENIUS!!!
I would definitely stain the bathroom door on the inside of the bedroom the same colour as the stain you’ve used to bring it all together! Other than that it’s amazingggg, I love it xx
Such a beautiful transformation! Becky has such an interesting style, I wish she could come make over my space! I would of loved to see some artwork on that blank wall in the closet since you can see it from the rest of your space.
Whoaaaa, yes! Great choices. Great learning moments. I think you guys are so bright that people expect you be know it alls but you're so great for showing the developing of new skills. Ofteb things people say they would do, is something they have never even done, so I really appreciate how accepting of strangers ideas happens here too. These projects take so much time and you make such fun choices. I think in a dressing area I totally dig keeping it open, not just expanding the closet so its less claustrophobic but also clean/restful from other vantage points in the room. (My surfaces are puled with clothes but I have goals of simple...😊) 1. I would love to see a full length mirror maybe an atomic/ 40s/ omeba / square oval. 2. A runner or oversized large rug? So hard to get right but something might work for all of yhe traffic going on there. If it was me I need a non bathroom space to sit and do my hair and makeup (without humidity interfering) so I would need a different cabinet and probably a vanity mirror and outlet in the room. I like the idea of tambour where the dividing cabinet is and like on the dressing side could be a million lil nails for necklaces and jewelry. But not 💯 on if it is needed. I love the sliding solution for the built-in cabinet nook turned closet rail. I might have gone to the hassel of re-framing if somehow able to make the bottom ledge level with what is likely an uneven base of the winter-cabinet but thats moot if it isn't that big of a reach up with your particular items. It seems a little crowded, but I think thats because the rest of the room wasn't involved yet for filming. Congrats and thanks for welcoming dialogue. I wish I could do this in my city! (I work in theater and events and get to make for others.)
Some comments are so unhinged. This small closet makeover clearly is part of the temporary makeover for the bedroom. People say "I hope you extend the closet" "waste space" clearly no idea how the budget works, or they don't closely follow the makeover journey from That 70's house series. Listen, they just did a big makeover on their bathroom, and now y'all asking for another expensive makeover immediately? Becky, this makeover is great. We are looking forward your bedroom makeover!
I love it so much, all that’s missing is a cool runner rug. I think you could also put a hanging rail above the teak cabinet if you need more space or to display your weekly outfits. Go Becky ❤
LOVE IT BECKY!! ❤ my suggestion is not budget friendly, but I thought it would be so cool to add a wall where the dresser is allowing for more hanger space. Or, adding a fluted sheet of acrylic to the middle of the dresser would be neat to give further division of spaces 💕 but it’s perfect as is! Love it so much
The Shoji screen was a BRILLIANT idea, Becky. Awesome color match to the teak cabinet with the stain! Love that the lighting is from the 70's. You've outdone yourself again!
This makeover looks so good Becki! I love the cabinet divider, the wood paneling, the new/vintage track light system. I think your shoji screen idea and the track system for it is amazing, but I think it would have been even cooler if you made it to mirror the look of the windowed door you see being it (to your bathroom?). I also love the pendant light, but I actually think you should use it elsewhere because it's kind of covering up the cool track lights behind it.
The closet makeover is so cute! It is a creative way to make a small closet larger and more functional without spending thousands on breaking down walls. I would recommend utilizing the other side of the closet a little more. It's a lot of space you can use to hang hats, belts, jewelry, etc. In addition, it was a really cool idea to use xuan paper to make a shoji sliding door. I noticed the paper was a little warped though that I believe that's because of not having the right amount of tension when placing the paper. I recommend cutting individual rectangles for each rectangle in the door. This will cause less warping on the paper and make it look more clean.
I always love Becky videos. They are full of great diy ideas and actual How to processes rather than just talking about "ideas" or "back and forth decisions". And it's usually a FINISHED space! LOVE IT!
yayyy Becky! 🥰 loveeee love love! I feel maybe a little golden pothos on the wall divider dangling down the side? :) i noticed you removed one eyeball light from the track making it three instead of four. you made the right call for sure! 10/10
I love this! As someone also trying to figure out how to make my tiny closet more functional, this is EVERYTHING! My only thought is what if you put a see through cube storage piece on top of the dresser to further separate that space? I’m thinking one of those funky mid century ones that are used so often as a half wall transition piece/space divider. But honestly love the idea of bringing the closet out to the room without closing it off!
Great stuff! As someone who lived in Japan, the paper on the doors has no transparency. It will let daylight through, but you cant see anything through it at all. So without a light on in the small closet space, it will look the same as a traditional door in Japan :) Also for the stopper piece, maybe it would be better to have glued it to the back of the frame of sliding door, so that it catches the bottom ledge of the opening when lowered down. Of course, it would need to be just low enough so that it doesn't also catch the top of the opening and be able to close fully. But I think it would look a lot sleeker to have that hidden.
I had this "Victorian" wallpaper-looking paneling in my bathroom when I bought this house back in 1989. I didn't have the budget to remove, so I scuffed it up and filled and sanded the channels and did a sponge painting over the base paint color. It still looks great to this day. I am planning on gutting this bathroom though and installing tile. The point is, you CAN do something with ugly paneling if you are broke.
looove the vibe, the dresser divider is so smart. If the sliding door gets annoying, a floor length linen curtain could be cool! I did that to cover a small closet inside my main closet - looks like it’s a window and somehow makes the room seem bigger!
Looks great! I think the wall hole closet was probably used for extra bedding and pillows. Just seems like a perfect space for it. Easily accessible when it's cold but not taking up space in the closet or dresser. And it's also a space I'd come up with to DIY if I didn't have storage for bedding.
Yes! Pre-80s homes had so many of these nooks turned linen closet/ winter closet/ hat closet! (70s homes not so much on the off season hat box storage but 1900s-50s yes!) Great point. So many modern homes they drywall nooks without putting the frame and cubby door on it because it squares a room off and takes less time etc. & buyers find the space and then get so surprised by the "waste" or "secret room".
in regards to the random mystery hole in the wall - some family friends growing up had something similar, and it was essentially used as a way to make doing laundry more efficient (throwing your clothes down this chute that leads straight into the laundry room). not sure if that’s what yours was initially intended for but the idea just crossed my mind!
Hey Becky, I'm Japanese and I didn't even know what shoji paper was made from so I looked it up in Japanese and apparently most of it is made of regular pulp (for making paper) lol. Technically it's "washi" AKA Japanese paper - you might have heard of washi tape. Best bet is to search for "washi paper". Even then, modern Japanese shoji have a plastic coating over the paper because as you can imagine it's easy to rip or even bust through them like the Koolaid man (like in old Japanese historic films). Loved your idea! I think its great to see appreciation of other cultures and being open to learning. Peace XOXO
For the diy that is Japanese inspired there is paper called vellum. It's like a thicker version of trace paper but you can still see through it, it's at most art stores.
Love it!!!! Such a beautiful transformation. Love the wood tones as well! The only thing I would change is adding in a narrow runner rug to reallyyy marry the extended area to the closet. Bravo!!
Great work Becky ( and sometimes Austin with new hair). Have you considered doing a full new “walk in built in “ cupboard? If you ever could, try build it out past tiny cupboard and main entrance. Anyway I would have placed the hanging rods on the small back wall and shelves on the side . Perhaps even vice versa . Some more space for garments and accessories. Look there is many ways of doing things but it is what suits you and your needs. Maybe one day both of your closests would be on the wall next to the new bathroom door with a ottoman and cute dresser with all the accessories or get ready things and the closet you just build is something else ( winter cupboard/ gear cupboard…). Just keep growing with your home!
I enjoyed this makeover. it has inspired me to work on my own. SUGGESTION: Instead of placing the external block on the wall to hold the sliding window, try putting the block on the interior top of the window. You'll achieve the same effect without the visible block and maintain an unimpeded wall surface. You can also place another block on the lip of the window opening for the interior block to rest. Just a suggestion.
Great job! Love the door for the little nook! If you need extra storage, then consider adding the shelves back to the little nook and just use baskets or boxes to store seasonal items. I have a very small closet and rotate my spring/summer and fall/winter clothes on the hooks for this reason.
I love this! What a great redesign without having to go to the trouble of tearing down walls and expanding the closet zone - the cabinet also uses up the empty space in front of your closet so nicely! Like a fancy boudoir to dress at, but also a great spot to hide little things like socks and shorts.
Regarding the team backed stand, for those who want to do something similar but can't find the right piece, I used a giant old frame mounted to the back of a dresser, it looks super fun. I periodically change out the fabric to change the vibe.
I was literally just planning a total reorganize of my small cluttered closet and 9x11 bedroom when i took a break to eat lunch and this video came up! Great ideas!
Gorgeous makeover as always. ❤❤❤ For me I would put my heavy coats or dresses and gowns in the hole space so it will be like a storage rather than a closet and will be opened as much
Hope this helps in the future foam brushes are actually designed for this! Staining. Wide foam brush (not roller). Lay brush down put a dot near the foam on the handle. - Dot is either the reaching stroke or the pulling stroke, you'll choose it just helps. Once you load the brush it is designed to unload stain in your stroke, and then like wipe in your stroke back. Dot keeps it consistent. When staining a flat wall get like a 6inch foam brush for $3.
I'm currently working on a "kitchen island" and using a dresser - so, that has left me with the same issue as your dresser not having a finished back. My plan to get around that is to either finish the back with a tongue and groove or to do a raised stencil design on the back. I think it will be great. I agree, that sliding door for the stair storage nook was brilliant - well done!
I was imagining you raising the cabinet up and adding shelving much like you have in your kitchen/living area. That hanging back was epic for the tiny cupboard too, I was just sad it didn’t get a full paint out to brighten it up more
Honestly love it, i think it looks fantastic - think a lot of people would think to hide away clothes but i love the way you chose to make it a moment of it’s own - those with style would all agree, our clothes are decor (esp shoes lolol)
I absolutely love it Becky❣️ The only thing I would add is some type of hanging something or other on the empty closet walls for small items like belts, scarves etc. … if there’s space. Sometimes it’s hard to tell via video. But I love it and think it’s totally You❣️😘
