Secret Rooms: 10 Special Spaces Hidden from Sight in the Home

A bookcase on hinges opens to reveal a den that’s ideal for quiet reading or TV time away from the hustle and bustle in the rest of the house.

Not relegated to the cellar or mudroom, this laundry room is incorporated into the main living area of the house thanks to sliding bookcases that keep it out of sight when not in use.

A home office hidden behind folding closet doors is probably something you’ve seen before, but here’s a delightful, modern twist. The cheerful, orange workspace is tucked behind a large, pull-down tambour-style panel.

A graphic wallpaper pattern creates a whimsical faux library in a room and cleverly masks the door to a walk-in closet. Now that’s brilliant!

Horizontal paneling makes the door to an under-stair powder room nearly impossible to detect, camouflaging this discreet and smart use of space.

This decidedly feminine bath hides a luxurious secret—a sauna tucked behind a door that’s been wallpapered and trimmed to blend in with its surroundings.

A beverage fridge and small sink help to transform this closet into a functional minibar. Recessed lighting, a mirrored wall, and glass shelves add to the polished look of the cozy space.

Children will applaud and delight in this creative use of under-stair space. Apple green walls and soft furnishings to relax on enhance the kid-pleasing quotient.

Why break up a beautifully painted hallway with an ordinary bathroom door? This coordinating bookcase on hinges does the job much more stylishly.

If you have an alcove in your home that’s just perfect for a cozy enclosure, but you’d like to avoid the cost and permanency of a built-in design, install a curtain rod, decorative drapes, and daybed to create a comfy, private nest for reading and dreaming.