We recently spotlighted interior designer Suzanne Pardijs’s collaboration with her master carpenter husband, Michael Kaashoek. The makeover of their kitchen near Utrecht in the Netherlands came about after Suzanne suffered a fall while lugging a chair to her upstairs studio. The months she spent at home healing led her to rethink their living quarters—see A New Setup for Cooking, Crafting, and Gathering.
The perfect final detail? Michael transformed a shed attached to the back of their house into a new office for Suzanne. That’s it right off the kitchen. We’re revisiting the project to take a closer look at Suzanne’s compact work setup and its many standout details.
Photography by Marieke Verdenius, courtesy of Suzanne Pardijs (@suzannepardijs).
1. A Desk Assembled from Readymade Legs
2. A DIY Peg Rail with Brass Cabinet Knobs
The hanging felted wool light is by Dutch workshop Kalana.
3. A Shoji Screen Sliding Closet Door
4. Creative Ways to Display Favorite Things
More home office inspiration:
- The Niche Workspace: 17 Efficient Favorites from the Remodelista Archives
- 3 Ways to Create a Home Office Anywhere (And Put It Away At the End of the Day)
- For Your Inspiration: 19 Home Offices We Love
Frequently asked questions
Who collaborated with Suzanne Pardijs on the kitchen makeover?
Suzanne collaborated with her master carpenter husband, Michael Kaashoek.
What led Suzanne to rethink their living quarters?
Suzanne suffered a fall while lugging a chair to her upstairs studio, which led her to rethink their living quarters.
What final detail did Michael add to the house?
Michael transformed a shed attached to the back of their house into a new office for Suzanne.
What kind of legs were used to assemble Suzanne's desk?
Suzanne's desk was assembled using readymade clamp-on legs from Paris company Tiptoe.
What material was used for the DIY pegboard?
The DIY pegboard was oak stained with Osmo 707 walnut and detailed with brass cabinet pulls.
Where did Suzanne find the shoji screen?
Suzanne found the shoji screen on Markplaats, the Dutch equivalent of Craig's List.
What are some creative ways Suzanne displayed favorite things in her home studio?
Suzanne displayed an embroidery and potholder, tiered hanging basket, quilting materials, and embroidered napkins in her home studio.
Where can I find more home office inspiration?
You can find more home office inspiration at the provided links in the post.
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