The art of maximizing space often requires a bit of ingenuity. Influencer Tay Nakamoto cleverly used pet-friendly carpet to transform a drab basement room into a multifunctional haven, complete with a cozy guest room and separate office area. Read on for details of her innovative split-room project and learn how you can achieve similar design magic.
Creating Visual Separation
At the core of Tay’s project was the strategic use of two colors of carpet and paint to visually divide the guest room from the office area rather than a physical separation. A wall or even a partition like a screen or bookshelf would’ve made the spaces feel tight and blocked light from the single window. To preserve the open, airy feel, Tay opted to visually split the space instead.
Choosing Carpet
Tay knew she needed pet-friendly carpet since she lives with a cat, Jeff, who “makes things dirty,” she says. SmartStrand® carpet from Mohawk was a great choice. It’s among the best carpet for pets since it comes with All Pet® Stain Warranty & Protection, covering all pets and all their accidents. SmartStrand also comes in nearly 300 colors, it was easy to find the perfect hues for the project.
Designing the Guest Room
For the bedroom half, Tay created a serene vibe for her guests with a subtle beach theme. She chose SmartStrand carpet in Aloe, a deep teal carpet, to help ground the space. Then she painted the bedroom area in a coordinating aqua, another sea color, scalloped with white at the top to suggest waves.
