This post was originally published in the spring of 2021, when we were still living at our townhome. That is where the photos were taken. Since moving into our house, my room looks very different, but the photos have not been updated to reflect that. However, the wording in this post has been altered to express where I currently am in my life.
I don’t think I’d mind if I never left home again – as long as I got to curl up in my cozy multipurpose room.
For quite a while, I felt as though my office no longer suited my taste. It was stark white with accents of rose gold and pink. It had abstract art and the emphasis was on fashion. Ever since my blog’s transition to “cozy lifestyle” – and the pandemic (which has turned me into more of a homebody than I ever expected to become) – I realized that I needed a space that catered to those cozy desires.
I started scheming up some ideas and I originally wanted the theme to incorporate elements of blues and greens like the rest of my home. However, I quickly realized that I was much more drawn to neutrals and browns. These tones made me feel comfortable and relaxed. Not only that but if I wanted to take at-home photos for my blog or bookstagram, having these colors available to me in my primary space made things much easier.
I took to calling this particular multipurpose room in my old townhouse my “clofbrary” (closet + office + library). Of course, this is a bit of a goofy nickname that stemmed from the original title of “cloffice” (closet + office), but nonetheless, it has stuck and I think it quite suits the space. I’ll be sharing a little bit about each portion of this room and how it promotes a cozy lifestyle.
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At the end of my workday, you’ll find me in this armchair, wrapped up in the blanket, either scrolling through Instagram or reading a book.
At the time these photos were taken, I had only just begun to really collect books. I’ve been a proud frequenter of the library since I was a little girl and I don’t see that changing any time soon. You won’t catch me purchasing a book until I’ve already borrowed it from the library, read it, loved it, and I’m certain I’ll read it again. Because of that money-saving habit, my bookshelves in these photos are still pretty sparse (*update: I now have three bookshelves filled almost entirely)! My candles and knick-knacks fill up the empty spaces that do exist. Above the armchair, I added the most beautiful prints from 88 Prints – a shop I found through bookstagram that I absolutely adore! They offer the coziest art.
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armchair | floor lamp | throw blanket | cross-leg reader print | blanket reader print | stars hollow print | bookish love print | bookshelves | coffee mug | saucer | 8oz bookish candles (ESPRESSO10 for 10% off)
I didn’t want to fully erase the fashion part of my space, so this corner is made for outfit-planning, makeup trial-runs, and now… espresso-making.
I absolutely loved the cube shelves with the storage boxes and my espresso machine. I decided to make it my little home café corner. When I began working on this space, it was mid-quarantine and I was desperately missing the ability to work in a coffee shop. This gave me the chance to perfect my latte skills at home and the smell that permeated the room was absolutely phenomenal. I loved to brew myself a latte and cozy-up in this room with some coffeehouse jazz.
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printed area rug | similar floor mirror | clothing rack | twinkle lights | wooden hangers | 8-cube shelf | cube storage boxes | espresso machine | a world of books print | coffee coffee coffee print | letterboard | sheer white curtains
Last, but certainly not least – where all The Espresso Edition magic happens: the office.
This is where you’d find me for at least 8-12 hours on any given day. I created an inspirational (and caffeinated) gallery wall above my desk with the help of Desenio. I’ve now worked with them on three gallery walls in my home and I can’t recommend them enough! I love their wide selection of affordable prints and beautiful frames. Ever since this transformation, I had a stronger desire to spend time in this room and at my desk, resulting in higher productivity. Sometimes all it takes is a little redecorating!
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desk drawers | desk tabletop | desk chair | mini table lamp | artificial desk plant | phone/pen-holder || beige balance print + caffe latte print + calm handwriting print + dried daisies print + bold lines no1 print + coffee type print c/o Desenio | 8oz bookish candles (ESPRESSO10 for 10% off)
Do you have a multipurpose room in your home?
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I would love to have a cozy multipurpose room, like what you’ve shown above! That gallery wall is gorgeous! Also P.S. I’m currently carving out a few hours today to start reading Midnight Sun! You totally influenced me to order it! 🙂 thanks!!
xx
Helen
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I love your space! It’s so cute and cozy! Right now, the second bedroom serves as my office, closet, and music room (and whatever else I need it for lol)!
Lizzie
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I love the idea of having a cozy space that serves so many purposes! Haha I live in a city so we definitely have lots of that in our home. But it is for sure convenient!
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I love your space. Everything looks so cohesive and cozy indeed. Lovely decor too.
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I agree! I love having a cozy spot to relax in but my kids keep finding me! Haha!
I wish I had space for a cozy multipurpose room! It looks so beautiful and functional!
Xo, Steph
Love this concept! I called my multipurpose room my office, though it serves multiple functions and its a space I can call my own. xo Jaimie http://www.jaimietucker.com
I tend to work from my bed all. the. time. I need to work on finding a different, cozy space in my house. Although, my kitties LOVE that I work from bed, so IDK. Ha! Your space is so cute. Love it!!
I wouldn’t want to leave this space either. It’s so cozy! I have a cloffice that I like to sit in and work or read.
I absolutely love what you have done with this room Steph! It is so you. I’ve slowly been transforming the spaces in my house and it feels so good.
xx Rebecca // http://www.rebeccapiersol.me
Your room looks so chic, If mine look like that I wouln’t want to leave either. You reminded me that I need to redecorate my space.🙂
The idea of this is always a work in progress for me because work ends up dominating,so still trying to find that cozy balance. I love what you’ve done with your space…inspiring! xoxo, Sarah
We don’t have the space for a multipurpose room right now but I often dream about one! If we finish our basement I may build myself a little under the stairs desk space b/c I currently don’t have anywhere to work now that my husband works from home. I love how cozy your room is and that you have both a reading area AND try on area. Total room goals!
Your office is goals!! I love the vibe! We recently moved to a place with an office space. I share it with my husband but I think I may be able to convince him to decorate it with very similar vibes as yours!
I love the idea of having a space just for oneself – to work and relax. Your office chair look so lovely! And I love the boots in your closet portion. (I love boots!) Our bookshelves are overflowing as a history major I have TONS of books. I wish I still had room for candles and the like.
Thank you for sharing your room with us!
This is goals!!! I think I might do something similar to my room, thanks for sharing!
Oh man I wish we had the space to have a cozy little room like this! Trying to make that on our front porch
I love this space! I am so drawn to cozy, inviting spaces, and they really are my reprieve from the daily grind. Thanks for putting links to where you got things!
I love having a little cozy spot to relax and decompress. I could spend hours in my spot for sure!
I love this! The little reading nook you have is so cozy! These are all such great suggestions for how to make the most of your space.
your space looks amazing and you’re too inspiring me to switch things up in my office. definitely love the idea of having a cozy space and making it more multipurpose. obsessed with all of your prints – they are perfection for your space and personality!
xo Laura Leigh
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I love all of your ideas! Your photos make me want to curl up with a good book and a cup of coffee. 🙂
My sunroom is definitely multipurpose but I’m trying to make it more cozy. It’s our entryway, my office, and workout room in one.
Cute! My sunroom is definitely multipurpose but I’m trying to make it more cozy. It’s our entryway, my office, and workout room in one.
What a cozy nook! I love the monochrome, neutral look. I don’t blame you for never wanting to leave!
I LOVE this room! I’m currently looking at a new place to move and it has a second bedroom that I was thinking of transforming into a room exactly like this! Thanks for the inspo!
Ohh I just love this idea! I think it would be fabulous if I had a little nook like this in our dining room.
We have this tiny bedroom/nursery/sitting room area off our primary bedroom that has become my office/yoga studio since we’re all isolating at home. It’s such a hodgepodge of styles + things, it’s making my designer brain hurt. Enough is enough…this post lit my fire, so I just ordered a bunch of stuff to really turn it into my perfect multi-purpose space. Thanks for the inspo!
I WISH I could have a multi-purpose room like this! I don’t think I’d ever leave lol Absolutely love your style by the way 🙂 Super Hygge feeling!
Such a lovely space! It makes you feel cozy but also inspired. I am sure you get a lot accomplished there.
I love your room! It’s perfect for this time of year. It looks so cozy!
Your multi purpose room is awesome and I love the colours, I’ll definitely want to have one someday.
This is perfect for you! I love the cozy feel – so refreshing and such a nice change from the norm! I especially love that chair 🙂 Looks like the perfect place to read a good book!
Lizzie
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Oh WOW I WISH I had a cozy nook like this! Love your aesthetic. Great job with this.
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i love what youve done with this space! and the gallery wall above your desk is perfection!
Love the idea of an office library! It’s great to have a space that’s your own.
I love your cozy space!! I have a cozy space in my living room if only my kids knew it was a cozy quiet area haha!
Xo, Steph
I love this! It’s kind of like having your own bedroom without sleeping away from your husband. Ha! It’s a nice way to have space just for you to retreat to. I kind of work from my room and don’t have a dedicated office space, but maybe I should work towards having one. Hmmm…spring project, maybe??
If I had a room like this in my apartment, I don’t think I’d ever leave either! I love the color scheme, the decor, and the overall vibe! So cozy!
This room is so beautifully designed! You did an amazing job of making this a multi-purpose room that feels “right” for everything you want to do there – reading, styling… Love the fairy lights around the mirror. Will have to recreate this!
Julia x
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Can I borrow your office for a few days? It looks so lovely! I absolutely agree- making a space you love to be in is critical to being able to do your best work. I love the art and books I have in my home office but I’m envious of how clean and uncluttered your space looks! Nice job.
This space is SO perfect and suits you so well! I love the warmer brown and neutral tones… not to mention the coffee theme. Great job!
I am loving this multipurpose space! You presented very cohesively and it works so well! Love all your artwork and gallery walls.
I love your content and photos so much! And your ROOM is soooo COZY! Recently I visited a shop that sells many cozy things, I’m planning to buys some to decorate my dream room! Your photo giving me some ideas, thank you x
I couldn’t agree more, my cosy room has become my office so it’s important to keep it somewhere that i still enjoy spending time and for different reasons.
This is just gorgeous! I have office envy, now 😀 Absolutely love the coffee, brown and caramel tones as they feel really relaxing as well as cosy. “Clofbury” is a cute name and suits it perfectly, haha!
I am trying to make some changes in my space. Don’t know where to start! 🙁
It look and sounds like a great place to relax and a space that is calming! Thank you for sharing how to create a cosy multipurpose room.
Lauren – bournemouthgirl
Really lovely way to make good use of some space — I will have to see if I can do the same. Love it!
Well, now I feel like I need to create a multi-purpose room in my home. Of course, I don’t quite know where I would be able to do it as all our rooms have their purposes and there’s not much I can do to change that. Though in a way, I suppose the home office does somewhat play this role, as its a home office, contains my husband’s library (two shelves), and is where the rabbit lives. However, if we ever end up moving, I will do my best to incorporate a multipurpose room in that house.