Transform a Cluttered Catchall Room Into a Sophisticated Multipurpose Space for the Whole Family

It's the perfect spot for doing homework, crafting or catching up on work at home. A well-designed multipurpose room can be just the thing a busy family needs for work and play.

Most people rarely use their formal living rooms, so why not put the space to good use? It's usually located near the front door with easy access to other common areas, so making it into a multipurpose room the whole family will enjoy is smart and simple.

Just because kids will be using a space often doesn't mean it has to look juvenile. There are lots of ways to give your multipurpose room a more sophisticated spin, from painting the walls an on-trend color to creating a gallery of eclectic wall decor.

These chairs were a score at a local thrift store. Varying the styles of the chairs is a playful nod, too. A fresh coat of white paint and plaid upholstery help unify them around the table and give the space a preppy yet modern vibe.