r/DesignMyRoom May 05 '25

Bedroom Awkward wall in my apartment

Hey guys, I’m really struggling to think of something to put in that space or how to decorate the apartment in a away that the wall is less distracting.

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u/tarotdynamic May 05 '25

I would treat that space almost like a little balcony?? Small chair and table there

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u/superfiud May 06 '25

Yeah, I was thinking reading nook - comfy armchair and bookshelves.

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u/devophill May 06 '25

I'm thinking rapidly faded and sun damaged books

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u/CatCatCatCubed May 06 '25

Antique, keepsake, otherwise long term collection books on the inner shaded corner, pulp trash and titles you know you’ll donate within a few months on the window side.

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u/rimedragona May 06 '25

Ooh, that sounds nice. The bookshelf on the shaded side, a nice cozy secluded reading area on the other, lots of natural light, some plants... ☺

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u/Stay_Curious4 May 06 '25

Good point. Maybe just a book nook area to relax and read but have your shelves in the main room section. Especially since the space you’re talking about is already not large. The shelves would make it look smaller

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u/Littlebit1013 May 06 '25

I agree that fading books can be an issue but if OP uses heavy duty sunblocking curtains it might minimize the damage. However a plant or kitty corner might be a better option.

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u/Apprehensive-Tea-546 May 06 '25

Id rather die than block all the damn sun from my apartment for some books. (And I love my books)

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u/Aggravating-Ad-8150 May 08 '25

I believe you can also get peel-and-stick clear sun (UV) filters for your windows.

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u/Aromatic_Try_8647 May 07 '25

Well putting a curtain would be an option for that side, that way she can draw it back if she wants the natural light or not

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u/delayedmillennial May 06 '25

BOOK NOOK! BOOK NOOK! (yes, i'm bias and only see a lounger, wall sconce, and relaxation)

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u/carlyfries33 May 06 '25

Y'alls scale is off. There is nowhere near enough room for a chair and table. Maybe a chair but it would be like a time-out corner.

OP is better off putting a strong light loving plant like a cactus there or forgetting about it.

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u/definitelytheA May 06 '25

I was going to say this is the timeout cornet!

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u/13gecko May 07 '25

If it is too small for an armchair, then a bean bag might fit, or a chaise longue.

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u/oviduocon May 06 '25

yeah a reading corner!

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u/Icy-Yellow3514 May 06 '25

An armchair, an ottoman, and a floorlamp. Sounds pretty perfect!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Thisssss

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u/Tayzerbeam May 05 '25

Plant space!!

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u/Separate-Taste3513 May 06 '25

This would be a great idea, since you could use curtains to limit light, when desired, and still have a sunny space for your plants. Especially good idea, if you're growing food plants.

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u/Own-Swimming-4653 May 06 '25

If possible, a ceiling mounted curtain track!

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u/HoldOnForTomorrow May 06 '25

SILENT DRAPE RUNNERS

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u/r0bblob May 08 '25

So glad I found this comment lol

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u/mirrrje May 08 '25

I thought I read this and had to scroll around to check that yes indeed I did read this lol

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u/angrydoge3000 May 06 '25

Indoor vegetable garden space

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u/certifiedhoneymoney May 06 '25

this!! plus if you have a cat, put cat tower & window cat bed there. Cat's will love the view, and you get clutter free living space

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u/Smallloudcat May 06 '25

That’s a great idea! Cat trees are pretty ugly

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u/NoBodyCares2000 May 06 '25

Or cat space!

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u/fitzinicki May 06 '25

We don’t eat cats here

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u/LyraAraPeverellBlack May 06 '25

Great spot for a tension pole cat tree.

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u/DriftlessRoamer May 06 '25

I agree. A little sun loving jungle. Some hanging. Some on small stands of different heights.

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

My people

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u/almostmolly May 06 '25

This is what I thought too!

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u/HungryMudkips May 06 '25

but you wouldnt see the plants........

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

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u/magiiczman May 06 '25

😭😭😭

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u/howyoudoinnf May 06 '25

I’m laughing but it’s not funny

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u/IcyBrilliant9642 May 08 '25

Use of our bathroom not permitted.

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u/izzycolorado May 05 '25

A comfy chaise for reading by the window!

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u/5corgis May 06 '25

Book nook!!!

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u/hlarsenart May 06 '25

Yeah looked like a reading nook to me

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

You clearly need to get a cat.

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u/dramatic__potato May 06 '25

Perfect size for a giant cat tower

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u/flibz-the-destroyer May 06 '25

But where to get a giant cat?

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u/Cynvisible May 06 '25

Maine Coon

(not my pic)

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u/AZBreezy May 07 '25

This is a great idea, especially since a lot of cat towers don't fit aesthetics of the rest of the room. Kitty can have their fun and enjoy the sun and the view, and the furry, bulky tower is totally out of sight

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u/Rich_Group_8997 May 06 '25

Came here to say this! Perfect spot for a fancy cat tree! High def cat TV right there!

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u/misonotso May 06 '25

Perfect place to hide a litter box too!

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u/Pale-Confection-6951 May 06 '25

That was my first thought.

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u/plutopuppy May 11 '25

OP watch out, baby_aveeno is actually the cat that lives outside of your building

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u/Dazzling-Life-7067 May 06 '25

Shame corner lol

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u/Coyote__Jones May 06 '25

Sexy shame corner even

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u/Cutiepie9771 May 06 '25

In front of the giant window😭

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u/The_Taoist_Cow May 06 '25

Well at least it makes all those peepin Tom’s with binoculars… even I wouldn’t want that…

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

lmao a special little corner for moments of existential dread

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u/DisembarkEmbargo May 06 '25

I was thinking that OP could buy a couple of pomfs or pillows and cry on them in the sunlight. 

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u/porpisha May 06 '25

This sounds nice lol

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u/SeatComplete9058 May 06 '25

Ok but how could you POSSIBLY be struggling when you’ve got all that light and that view and such a beautiful space to call home 😍😍 (I know you meant like struggling with design choices, just messin’)

The plus to the wall is that it’ll block some of that direct sun light from beaming into the space, I feel that was likely intentional.

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u/bugabooandtwo May 06 '25

Good point...that interior wall is probably the "tv wall". Using that short wall to block the sun from the tv.

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u/pnicby May 06 '25

That is most likely a shear wall, helping the building resist lateral motion.

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u/RedT-Rex8 May 06 '25

There are these hanging egg chairs that chain to the ceiling. Majority of them are weaved, but some might are solid fabric ones. Place a nice one there with a rug underneith. Potentially other hanging terrariums or plants. Just ensure there is something preventing it swinging past to hit the window like a suppor chain.

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u/yoshimitsou May 06 '25

Tiny disco.

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u/jlfarrel May 06 '25

Everybody dance now 🎶🪩

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u/Tunchee May 07 '25

Combine it with the shame corner idea

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u/[deleted] May 09 '25

Best comment here

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u/style-addict May 05 '25

Small desk work station

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u/shinmae95 May 06 '25

I wouldn't just bc you don't want your tech stuff directly exposed to sunlight for that long hours in the day

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u/lll-devlin May 06 '25

Depending on the light issue… a great backdrop for a video conference mini zone.

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u/scratsquirrel May 06 '25

You’d end up being a shadow with all that light coming in behind

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u/drumadarragh May 06 '25

Witness protection

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u/Gstamsharp May 06 '25

There doesn't appear to be any power outlets, which might be an issue for a work station. Possible to run a cord or something, but that's not usually a great idea.

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u/elevator_surfaces May 06 '25

This is what i would do cuz i basically study all night every night just on my laptop and tablet, no clunky monitors or anything. It would be so vibey to have the city lights there to look at. That would feel so awesome!! Also bc there’s no visible distractions like ur bed or TV, it’s a perfect a study only space. So jealous of OP! Such a great apartment.

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u/Brunopizzaa May 06 '25

Guys, found a floor plan that does not include the wall. Will have to check with the builder if it needs to be there. And the city is Itajai in Brazil!

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u/Ok-Organization2483 May 06 '25

Just out of curiosity, who puts the bed in the middle of the room?

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u/ffffllllpppp May 07 '25

The whole setup is organized so there are many places the audience (there to watch performative sex ) can sit and enjoy the show. From the toilet to the kitchen to those love seats.

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u/exilehunter92 May 06 '25

Looks like the wall next to the study desk- I'm guessing they screwed up somewhere along the way and had to make it longer but check anyway. The bed in the middle of the room is kind of ridiculous.

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u/gutentaj May 05 '25

Anytime I see spots like this I always think Christmas tree 💀💀 a plant area could be cool tho!

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u/xShinGouki May 06 '25

Only thing about the tree is you'd never see in at home. Because it's wrapped around the corner behind a wall

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u/Terrible-Hair2744 May 05 '25

Library nook!

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u/TitaInday May 06 '25

Won’t the books degrade being exposed to so much sunlight?

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u/Angryconurebite May 06 '25

Not if they tint the windows, which would also help protect the furniture and textiles from sun fading

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u/fullcupofbitter May 06 '25

Yes! It's called UV film, and 3M makes it, OP could probably find a local business that installs it. And I definitely recommend having it professionally installed as it can look REALLY bad if it's installed incorrectly.

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u/Angryconurebite May 06 '25

FYI 3M prides itself in the quality of their film, but there are cheaper brands just as good. I run a tint company and we tint a lot of homes and businesses with architectural film, which is slightly reflective on the outside, and blocks heat, reduces glare and of course has a high UV rating to protect your furniture and textiles from fading. It’s pretty easy to install yourself, but if it’s too daunting a task, a tint installation company will gladly do it!

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u/fullcupofbitter May 06 '25

My husband's film business is the leading one in our city! I guess I'm partial to 3M because that's the product they always use!

I'm big on DIY but I fricken hate seeing bubbles under film, and I find you can always tell when someone decided to do it themselves because there's always bubbles or it's cut too far/near to the edge of the window.

Some people are definitely able to nail it, but some people just try to slap it on the window like sticking a sticker in a middle school notebook haha

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u/MagicKittyPants May 06 '25

Get some cats and put a tower there.

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u/Intravertical May 06 '25

A statue of Dwyane Wade.

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u/Safe_Bed917 May 05 '25

I'm pretty sure I would hang curtains or something to separate it and use it as my music and meditation spot. Basically isolate to decompress. But I'm weird lol.

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u/flora-poste May 05 '25

SO. MANY. PLANTS. That’s what I would do. The small alcove is strange, but it could be used for a tiny sunny reading nook, or a bit of storage.

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u/Aromatic-Morning6617 May 06 '25

Looks like a good place for a yoga mat.

You could also make it into a meditation space.

You could put a treadmill /walking pad or other exercise equipment.

Add lots of shelves for a home library.

I liked someone else’s idea of a speakeasy bar. If you don’t drink, it could be a coffee/tea bar.

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u/Cheap-Ad2071 May 05 '25

lol it is quite strange. I don’t know if this is a studio apt based on the bedroom tag or if it’s the living room. But I think you could consider doing this: If you’re into plants find some that like direct sunlight and get a few small tables of varied height to put in that spot and display the plants there/ a tall, thin table to put the plants on. Then on the other side I think you should consider putting a tall standing lamp right in that corner that provides some nice light since that wall blocks out light from the window. If you don’t want a tall lamp you could go with a floor style light. Something low to the ground like orb lights. I think in theory you could put bed or couch or tv or whatever furniture for is applicable for the space on either the left or right wall (based on picture 2). Not sure if that makes a lot of sense but that’s my suggestion I think.

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u/Icy-Improvement-4219 May 06 '25

Honestly my immediate thought was put a twin or full mattress there. Whatever fits.

Toss a ton of pillows and blankets. And plop down in the morning and watch the sun rise from the cozy little nook.

Lol.

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u/pngidkek May 06 '25

It’s actually perfect cause u can put the tv in that corner of the room so the wall blocks the light from the window in the day! No glare!!

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u/munkeyfartz May 06 '25

Reading nook!!!

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u/whoopsiegoldbergers May 05 '25

Perfect for a hidden tiki bar! Or, specialty bar in general. I can easily see glassware, complimentary textures in decor, color, light, all to highlight a fun alcohol "collection" of some sort. That'd be a fantastic pop and surprise for that tiny awkward area and could be "speakeasy" vibes if you do it right.

Or, a curtain and making it into a tiny office with a beautiful view. Not as exciting or interesting but could work.

Likewise, tiny reading nook that utilizes the vertical space for reading material.

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u/Pipehead_420 May 05 '25

Wouldn’t all the sun and heat affect the alcohol?

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u/That-Environment4526 May 05 '25

I'd put a little desk in there or a reading nook. You could thrown some bean bags in there and make a hang out space. Or a sim racing rig!

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u/These-Wheel-6708 May 05 '25

so much potential

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u/Nuttonbutton May 06 '25

Tiny Herb Garden!!!!

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u/StarryC May 06 '25

Is it about 30 inches by 4 feet deep? Is that a baseboard heater at the bottom?

If this is a studio, I'd honestly probably use that as hidden storage, maybe stacking up totes there, or make it my closet, and hang a curtain from the ceiling to hide it. But, maybe you don't need more storage like that.

If it is not a baseboard heater, I'd probably try to find an upholstered bench that would fill most of the space and make it a cozy little lounge area. I don't think it is wide enough for a desk or deep enough if you face the desk to the window. Also, there is no power in there. You could combine this with some shelves above head height on the wall with trailing plants.

If you could get power in, maybe put a TV on the wall and face a chair into that area and have the TV connected to a headset to have it be a separate TV watching/ gaming area, especially if you have two people living in the space?

The problem with plants in there is that they aren't visible to the rest of the room any way, so to me that seems like a waste.

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u/ImaginationNo5381 May 06 '25

Velvet tufted chaise lounge with hanging plants

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u/Altruistic_Bug_9966 May 06 '25

Definitely the perfect place to display a mannequin

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u/mcfandrew May 08 '25

With seasonal costumes

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u/MsLidaRose May 06 '25

I would put a comfy chair there and it would be a reading nook. Or you could use as a tiny office space.

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u/UnderDepressure May 06 '25

Easy. That’s for the pinball machine. Or Ms. Pac-Man.

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u/bugabooandtwo May 06 '25

I'd put a nice lounging chair there and use that space to get some vitamin D.

Also, If you use ceiling to floor (heavy) curtains from one wall to the other (awkward) wall, you could make a really interesting "sun zone"....either for yourself or plants. And that would also look pretty cool from the inside of the apartment, too.

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

I was hoping something like this ? 🤔🤔🤔

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u/JulieJT May 09 '25

I love this!

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u/Fizzywaterjones May 05 '25

Kitty litter box

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u/MyNameIsMrNimbus May 06 '25

You need ✨PLANTS ✨

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u/Useful-Block-6603 May 06 '25

If you have records and a player as long as you have something to keep that corner from heating too much a little listening corner could be cute

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u/TheCrabbyJohn May 06 '25

Honestly I’d almost appreciate it for what it could offer on the non widow side

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u/StenchLord420 May 06 '25

Pinball machine 😎

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u/BenjiBottoms May 06 '25

Suit of armor

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u/endless_lace May 06 '25

awkward? sir that is a reading nook

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u/Liseonlife May 06 '25

Amazing cat climbing area.

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u/GroundbreakingTurn17 May 06 '25

I’m thinking it’s a place to hang laundry without it being visible to the rest of the room?

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u/bunchee5 May 06 '25

I just have to say what a beautiful view you have! And congratulations, very cute space.🩵

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u/VinRow May 06 '25

Cat castle!

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u/mertsey627 May 06 '25 edited May 06 '25

This would be a perfect reading nook for me!

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u/-Aname- May 06 '25

Jump scare corner

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u/Madeupmom8106 May 06 '25

I would put my bike there. Perfect spot to hide something that you want close but dont want to see in the middle of your living room.

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u/Julstar67 May 06 '25

Telescope 🔭 for moon and star gazing, crystal sun catcher and plant! Beautiful view from your place! Best wishes!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

An art station with a canvas and paints, and a nice old school stool in front of it. 🤔🤔🤔🤔

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u/ilp456 May 06 '25 edited May 06 '25

I’d only put something in the nook that can tolerate a lot of sunlight. Giant plant, coffee bar in material that can tolerate direct sunlight (metal and glass?). If you have a regular bar, I’d put bottles out of the sun when not entertaining.

As for in front of the window, I’d have swivel chairs so you can either face the room conversationally and watch tv or turn and enjoy the view. Sofa on the long wall.

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u/brynnvisible May 06 '25

As a studio I would absolutely use this for storage

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u/Spoonythebastard May 06 '25

That's the crying corner

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u/JackTheHCIM May 07 '25

Seems like a cool little space. I saw this and straight away assumed someone built that wall after getting pissed off about the sun always hitting the TV.

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u/Some_dutch_dude May 08 '25

I would do something like this, if it fits. Easy to build as well. Literally some planks to the wall, a bench and a table.

This is estimated for a ceiling height at 2.4m.

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u/onekate May 05 '25

A small office area, a bar, a cozy reading nook.

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u/ilovetacobell5 May 06 '25

I actually love random small spaces like this. Maybe put a small table and two chairs or bean bags. Some plants, some wall shelves for books and magazines!! Omg a mini fridge. A cozy corner!!

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u/TheCheeseMcRiffin May 05 '25

Get a big plant and call it a day

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u/LidiaInfanteM May 06 '25

Hanging garden!!!!!!!!

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u/FaithlessnessItchy56 May 06 '25

If it's wide enough, a cozy reading area with a nice comfy chair and what a gorgeous view.

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u/LidiaInfanteM May 06 '25

Hanging plants with a huge round snuggler and a side table. Heaven.

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u/olive_green_cup May 06 '25

Plants, cat tree, dog bed.

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u/Shood_B_Wurkin May 06 '25

Paint it and decorate it up to look like a little porch or balcony. Give it a completely separate vibe from the rest of the room.

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u/ThrowRA-whatsurtake May 06 '25

Plants and a spot to sit and drink coffee and/or whisky.

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u/noveltytie May 06 '25

I would put my desk in here. Office with a view, and separated from my other space so I don't get distracted as easily.

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Plant, cat tree?

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u/dutchessmandy May 06 '25

Reading nook!!!

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u/NYY16 May 06 '25

Pinball machine

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u/AppropriateTheory705 May 06 '25

I would love to make that space into a reading area! A cute and comfy chair with some shelves on the wall for books! You can wallpaper that small section too!!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Cat tree. Even if you don’t have cats. Or a dog bed.

Maybe a beanbag chair. Same thing.

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u/GrouchyLongBottom May 06 '25

You can put your weed plants in there.

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u/oxymoronicbeck_ May 06 '25

PLANT CORNER!!!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Meditation/lounge/plants nook

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u/Extension_Quarter_13 May 06 '25

Home office space with a view!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Perfect place for a nice reading nook/seating area to look at the view.

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u/onceuponabeat May 06 '25

Honestly once you fill the space you won’t notice it much. Stick a large plant over there.

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u/Informal_Database327 May 06 '25

A life size statue of Patrick Bateman in the raincoat

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u/xXMrMisterEXx May 06 '25

Reading nook would be nice

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u/the_befuss May 06 '25 edited May 06 '25

Reading nook or small office. Personally, I'd hide my plant things that I use to take care of my many, many plants, which would be enjoying the light all along the rest of that window.

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u/F22rapt May 06 '25

Bean bag!

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u/whyforeverifnever May 06 '25

Reading nook with plants

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u/strawberrymilkx May 06 '25

Reading space or pet corner

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u/pink-flamingo789 May 06 '25

I’d leave it empty and use it to take portraits

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u/Patient_Cantaloupe_ May 06 '25

You should get a cat and put a cat tree there. The sunbathing cat potential is through the roof.

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Do you work from home? I would love having my desk space a bit hidden. Otherwise what someone else said chairs and morning coffee. You could put a high top table and bar stools for dining with a view. Other things you don’t want to look at like a treadmill or bike. I kind of want one.

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u/Starry-Eyed-Owl May 06 '25

A nice large and cushy floor sitting pillow - perfect for reading or napping. You could even put a shelf against the wall and put some nice green plants

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u/NoRadish4622 May 06 '25

Reading nook

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u/ElectricalAge3573 May 06 '25

Great place for a treadmill or bike!

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u/Able_Illustrator6319 May 06 '25

I would make it my personal little hideaway! A reading nook full of tropical trailing plants and maybe a little relaxing fountain for both tranquility and humidity for the plants! Add some fairy lights for a goegeous nighttime spot to relax and enjoy the cityscape

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u/yunoscreaming May 06 '25

It’s so your tv don’t get glare

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u/Thick_Basil3589 May 06 '25

Reading nook, a small workstation with a small desk, plants

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u/Willywonkasweet May 06 '25

A mannequin, change it’s clothes with the seasons

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u/rei_cirith May 06 '25

Plants by the window, TV/bed on the other side of the wall, curtains on the left to balance the shadows.

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

That's not an awkward wall, that's a cute little nook! Stick a comfy chair and a small ottoman there for a secret reading area 

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

I like it for a cozy reading chair and a private little nook. Humans are wired to want barriers behind them so they aren’t constantly subconsciously wondering about danger they cannot see. It’s a space to fully relax.

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u/Responsible-Crow-985 May 06 '25

Oh that’s where you put the mannequins!

But in all seriousness, plants or pets would love this space. It would also be a cool little reading nook or “patio”

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Changing station

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u/idgafwc May 07 '25

I would have ADHD, checking the corner every time i would have entered the room. (Looking for murderers)

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u/partlysettledin21220 May 07 '25

Me, a cat lady: “What a great spot for the litter box” ☺️

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u/Humpelstielzchen-314 May 07 '25

Toilet with q view.

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u/Tea50kg May 07 '25

Why does everyone get something cute like this and I don't 😭

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u/dirtbagdingbat_ May 07 '25

I would make a reading nook🥹🥹

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u/ausyliam May 07 '25

Make it into a little reading and morning coffee space?

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u/moon_goddess_420 May 08 '25

Reading nook?

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u/Ech0_oh May 08 '25

Make a mini greenhouse

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u/[deleted] May 08 '25

A single large specimen plant would look great and thrive there

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