The Case for Built-ins

Built-ins are the perfect way to make use of space in your home, especially when it comes to adding storage. Adding a built-in to a room will gain useful space and add a unique feature to your home. Built-ins are incredibly versatile and can be completely customized to your home and decor, while adding storage, function and style. 

Is a built-in right for me?

Built-ins are the answer if you always ask, “what can I do with this space?” Almost everyone who owns a home has an unused space that could benefit from a custom solution. Kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, and a home office are often the best candidates. Not to mention the coveted mudroom storage. Having the ability to customize a solution allows you to break free from store bought, off the shelf products. Working with an experienced woodworker opens a new realm of options and can offer a perfectly tailored solution for your home. 

Reclaimed wood shelves, and mantle with custom cabinetry

Beautiful and functional

Built-ins can be used in so many ways, and for so many reasons. They can be used to define a room, add function, and create visual texture to a room. Using the details of a custom built-in can make this new piece of furniture feel like it has always been there. Trim details like crown moulding, and baseboard can be matched to what is existing in your home. Custom colors can also be used to complement or accent a room. Unlike store bought furniture, your built-in can be perfectly matched to your needs, and style. 

Built-in with floating shelf and doors

Most common uses of built-in furniture

• Bookshelves

• Cubby storage

• Benches

• Kitchen table or booth

• Under-stairway storage

• Media or tv units

• Cabinets

• Closets

• Window benches

• Vanities

• Office storage

We at Lake Erie Woodworks have years of experience turning underused, wasted space into beautiful, functional pieces of built-in furniture that will make your home look and work better. 

Mudroom storage with farmhouse sink and drawers