Under the stairs

Chickus

Hi,
We have just a big dark cupboard under the stairs that's cold and a black hole basically that we throw rubbish in when visitors come over!
I would like to open it up and maybe put a bookcase/shelving for pictures in it, with lamp and seat for the phone..Is this a big job to do?...is it a case of just putting plasterboard under stair case and walls etc..There doesn't seems to be a supporting pillar or anything in the way..The gas meter is in there but that could be boxed in..

Calahonda52

Have you considered the triangular drawers on runners that was demo-ed at some show, have seen few installations, look good.
The fone under the stairs with a seat is very 1960's, this is 2015: cordless, mobile, etc!!

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Chickus

Hmmm..i want to open up the area though....doesn't have to be used for phone area..it could be a nice cosy reading area..We have loads of storage already upstairs but this place only stores lots of empty bags and a picnic basket..wasted space

MisseyB

If you have kids. This might be an option.

https://elainebutler.wordpress.com/2012/07/20/cool-playhouse/

Carpenter

You could do something like this http://onelowell.net/6879/smart-hidden-understairs-storage-and-drawer-diy-systems-ideas/unique-home-office-idea-under-the-stair-with-white-desk-and-black-computer-chair-and-completed-with-simple-white-shelves/ but try keep it simple that looks a little cluttered .

firlodge

Great idea! You won't know what you need until you get a carpenter to look at it, but chances are no structural work involved.
Here are some ideas from Houzz.com:

woodturner

There was a nice photo going around on Facebook of a bookshelf and seat fitted under a stairs with drawers under the seat. I'll try and find it.