Laura Birns Design - Magazine Article on Hot & Sassy Kitchen

As seen in Sunset Magazine
Tips for creating your own project room 1. Light. Make sure you have good lighting, both natural and electric. 2. Work surface. You will need a sturdy work surface at a height appropriate for your project. To determine size and material, ask yourself if you will be standing or sitting, if the projects are wet or dry, and if you need a cutting surface. 3. Storage. Take a look at your tools and materials. Their number and size will determine how many shelves you need and hwo tall they should be. 4. Utilties. Evaluate your water and electricity needs. (The owner) wishes she had put electric outlets all around her workspace.
	Craft closet This 2- by 5-foot family room closet has been reborn as a craft center. It's outfitted with clever, clearly labeled cabinetry to organize supplies. The best part? "You can close the doors during a project, and no one will see the mess," says Birns. Easily accessible from the family room, this closet packs a variety of project materials into a small space.