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Under stairs need to make a office

7 years ago

Would love help with ideas for office under stairs

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Juniper Kitchens
7 years ago
How wide is your hallway? Could have 180 degree hinges or slide away doors and a pull out desk or fold down. Any pictures of the area?
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