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One Room Challenge Reveal: No More Zoom Backgrounds Needed!

May 21, 2024

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It’s finally reveal time for the Spring 2024 One Room Challenge! 

Entering the blogosphere through the One Room Challenge has been an amazing experience! The support of this wonderful community has made this such a truly enjoyable journey.

Over the past eight weeks, fellow DIYers and designers have been sharing their progress, inspiring one another, and cheering each other on as we revamped our spaces.

I think the whole event is just the best, and now my partner has an equally awesome new home office to show for it! So, without further ado, here are the results of my first One Room Challenge:

home office with stained glass windows
dog sleeping next to desk
bearded dragon in tank built into bookcases
dog sleeping in home office next to bookcases

Cost Breakdown

  • Antique Stained Glass Windows $200
  • Glass Board Hangers $13.64
  • Art Light Sconce $31.48
  • Guitar Wall Hanger $8.91
  • Bookcase Sconces $68.24
  • Roman Shade $32.46
  • ¾ Poplar Plywood Sanded $262.60
  • Beadboard 4×8 Sheets $111.92
  • Stock Cabinets $777.86
  • Checked Accent Chairs $211.00
  • Hanging File Folders $31.63
  • Cardboard File Boxes $17.92
  • Paint Samples $46.10
  • Paint & Supplies $185.24
  • Blinds $97.02
  • Curtains & Hardware $79.09
  • Flush Mount Light $36.89
  • Lumber $395.88
  • Misc caulk, fasteners, shims $48.47
  • TOTAL= $2691.10
infographic pie chart showing percentages of office costs
infographic bar chart showing amounts spent on various categories for home office

Tool Cost

I want to acknowledge that creating this space on a budget was possible because of the significant investment I’ve made in tools over time. In my next post, I will detail the tools used in this project and what it would cost to purchase all of them today. I’ll also highlight which tools are essential versus nice-to-have, and how you can tackle a similar project with fewer, more basic tools if you’re just starting your DIY journey.

That’s a Wrap!

Thank you for following along and for all the encouragement and inspiration! A heartfelt thanks to the organizers of the One Room Challenge for creating such a wonderful space on the internet that fosters creativity and community. I’m already looking forward to the next one!

dog sleeping behind chairs in home office

ORC Spring 2024 Posts

Week 1- Finally Joining the Fun! My One Room Challenge Journey Begins

Week 2- Learning Space Planning, Mood Board Design, and Concept Image Creation

Week 3- Home Office Built Ins Using Ready To Assemble Cabinets

Week 4- Embracing Vintage Charm: Installing Reclaimed Stained Glass Windows and a DIY Glass Dry Erase Board

Week 5- Striking the Right Balance: Home Office Paint Colors

Week 6- Bright Ideas: Integrating Lighting and Concealing Cables in Your Home Office

Week 7- Interior Styling and Organizing

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