"Typically, when people want a complete guest room," Siemer noted, "they want it to feel like an inviting bedroom, not 'we just threw a bed in here in case guests come.' So we always try and do things like dress up the walls, whether it's wallpaper, paint, wainscotting or B board, because that little touch can make a room feel really finished. Even if they have a tighter budget, just painting in a color rather than just the standard builder white can make a difference."
Now's as good a time as any to order a sectional for all those out-of-town guests-and the Koala Black Friday sale is your ticket to space-maxxing even if you're living the one-bedroom life. Hailing from down under, the Australia-based brand is a newer name in the furniture-sphere. Their easy-to-unfold designs (no complicated mechanisms or tools required) transform your sofa from seating to sleeping in minutes.
"A dining table for those that don't have space for a dining table - or need extra seating for the holidays!" Chelsea Alysa wrote in a recent Instagram caption. "This drop-leaf rollaway table has built-in storage for four folding chairs that tuck neatly into your closet when not in use. For me, it's the ideal setup as I prep for my kitchen remodel."
Designed by Cornwall-based Henry Swanzy, the Leandesk borrows its inspiration from sailing and maritime engineering, where strength, efficiency, and flexibility are everything. Its angled frame simply leans against a vertical surface, secured by non-marking rubber grips at the top and bottom. The more weight you put on the tabletop, the tighter the grip becomes. The tabletop is made of FSC-certified bamboo, chosen for both durability and beauty.
