(NAPSA)—The days of cabinetry only being used in kitchens and bathrooms are over. Today’s cabinetry is extremely versatile and meets a room’s specialized needs. According to, Paul Radoy, Merillat cabinetry, design services manager, a | — growing trend in today’s homesis the Cabinetry can be used in a room tobuild in areas multipurpose room, for crafts, sewing, scrapbooking or even tying which can be usedfishing flies. for anything from hobbies to everyday activities. In a multipurpose room, cabinetry provides homeowners with functionality, yet has the ability to blend in with the dcor of the rest of the home. “The cabinetry in the multipurpose room can match the cabinetry and woodin the rest of the home to keep a consistent and connected look throughout,” said Radoy. Lifestyle Uses The multipurpose room can be used for a variety of hobbies. Areas are built into the room, which can be used for crafts, sewing, scrapbooking or even tying fishingflies. Homeowners can also use part of the room as a homeoffice and homeworkarea for kids. Organizational Uses “Organizational options make the space work smarter for personal activities,” said Radoy. “Including cubbies, wrapping paper holders and a pullout trash bin can keep items neatly tucked away.” The use of the cabinetry can provide a great deal of storage to accommodate all of the homeowner’s needs. “Homeowners might also want to consider the addition of an island on wheels in order to have additional storage and have a moveable work space,” said Radoy. Everyday Uses The multipurpose room is equipped with an ironing board pullout, washer and dryer, and clothes rods. “Homeowners can work out, do laundry and help the kids with homework all in the sameplace,” said Radoy. “The room really serves a variety of purposes.” A multipurpose room can accommodateall these activities and hobbies while providing extra storage. “Homebuyers should consider this type of space when shopping for a new homeas well as homeowners whoare considering remodeling,” said Radoy. “The multipurpose room is an example of how high traffic and function can co-exist with high style.” For more information, visit www.merillat.com.
