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A study nook created in an disused wardrobe featuring a wooden bench, downlights and geometric patterns painted on the wall.
The project
I had such a wasted built-in wardrobe space as I use a large wardrobe in another room. After countless of hours Googling, I decided to create a study nook.
Purchasing a few Bunnings colour sample pots, I began a geometric painted pattern. I then added Pine wood structure around the outskirts.
Then I sat a Hevea benchtop on top that I had cut to size. Given there is no power in the wardrobe, I purchased two battery downlights for night-time use. This nook is now functional.
Before and after
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Afternoon @Eloise
What a brilliant idea! You have kept the best of both worlds and turned it into a usable space! 
I really like your geometrical design and use of the paint pots! Very effective and really catches the eyes.
Now here is the $$$ question, how often do you use the spot? So many times I will make an area nice and then when I have finished it the only times I use it is when I walk past, look over and go "niceeee"
Dave
