Need help with my kids room to accomodate study as well

Sabeena Ahamed

10 years ago

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I have a bunkbed for my two girls and have to work out a study area for them in the small space that is available

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10 years ago
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Could you post a simple floorplan with measurements of the room?
(height included please &door&windows)
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