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BY TAMMY SCILEPPI
When people have lots of time on their hands, they tend to get creative.
That has certainly been true during the pandemic when DIY projects have become
super popular, with home improvement stories seeing a boost in sales. Sheltering in
place has inspired many homeowners on Long Island to reimagine and improve the
look and function of their dwellings.
Working from home and remote learning have meant that families have had to create
dedicated spaces in a jiffy, while some parents have been busy repurposing rooms,
attics, and basements for their grown kids, who were suddenly leaving college dorms
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Fox + Chenko interior designers turned this guest bedroom into a home office.
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