Pouffes or footstools are often great
space-savers when it comes to providing
extra seating for teenage friends – simply
tuck neatly into a corner when not in useThe addition
of generous desk
for homework and
hobbies was
a must for Maddie,
while a stain-
resistant, easy-
clean carpet
is always a good
idea in busy,
multi-functional
teenage roomsMaddie’s vibrant, vintage-inspired
bedroom is now twice the size, ensuring
there is plenty of space for sleeping,
catching up with homework, or simply
hanging out with friends
Rather than invest in new storage
pieces, Kate and Maddie gave this old
dresser a new lease of life using a coat
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removable tape and self-
adhesive sheets.never going to be cheap, so the couple
opted to re-use and relocate the room’s
existing radiator and window in order
to help conserve funds. ‘We also chose
to keep the old built-in wardrobes,’
says Kate, ‘As not only do they provide
plenty of clothes storage but, being fitted
with sliding doors, they are also a great
space saver.’ However, both Kate and
Maddie needed to get creative when it
came to furnishing and decorating the
newly-enlarged interior.
STEP TwoMaddie was adamant
the room should reflect her love of
all things vintage and boho, so Kate
suggested using a feature
wallpaper to inject some
colour and pattern.
‘I think wallpaper is a
great way to add interest
to a room but I really
wasn’t expecting Maddie
to choose the most
expensive one she could
find!’ she laughs. ‘Luckily
we only needed two rolls
and while it did take us
over budget, I have to
say the pretty, vintage-
inspired floral design
really does make the
room.’ The paper was
teamed with a relaxing
mix of crisp white and
soft green walls. Maddie’s
choice of carpet adds
comfort and texture
underfoot. ‘It’s a durable
synthetic fibre, so should
withstand the demands of
a teenager,’ smiles Kate.STEP ThREEWith little funds for
furniture, mother and daughter decided
to try their hand
at revamping a few
existing and second
hand pieces. ‘Both
of the bedside
tables were spotted
in a local junk shop
for £20 each, along
with the lovely
bamboo chair –
which has to be the
bargain of the year
at £3.50!’ exclaims
Kate. The desk and
dresser originally
belonged to Kate’s
parents and were
decorated in
colours picked out
from the wallpaper
to give them a quick
refresh. However,
when it came to
the vintage
desk, Kate