Many creative homeowners dream of having their own private art studio. Home layouts might provide the extra square footage, but how do you go about designing the ideal creative space?

If you want to set up your functional art studio at home, there are plenty of ways to work with the space you already have. Here are some tips for boosting your creative spirit with your art studio at home:

How to find space for creativity

Without a dedicated studio space, it might seem impossible to find a place for creating art at home. However, there are plenty of options for creating studio space even in limited square footage.

Basements make an excellent option for an art space, regardless of whether they’re finished. You can also carve out your own little piece of the living room by adding a small desk and chair with art supplies. If you have a closet you’re not using, convert it into a mini-studio you can close up when not in use.

Basic elements of a home art studio

In the ideal situation, you have plenty of room for all the furniture and supplies you could want in a home art studio. But where to begin? Here are some of the essential pieces to consider including in your art space:

• A spacious desk or table with plenty of space to spread out.
• A comfortable, supportive chair.
• Cabinets, shelving or other storage solutions for supplies.
• Adequate lighting, both task and ambient.

Depending on what type of art you prefer to create, you may require more specialized tools or furnishings. However, knowing these basic art studio ideas can help you plan a design for a unique creative space in the comfort of your own home.

Own your own piece of Vergennes with this great mixed use, two unit property in the heart of downtown. Owner occupy upstairs and run your business on the first floor, or rent out the whole building! First floor is zoned commercially and the second floor permits both residential and commercial use. 2nd floor unit has enclosed porch, perfect for watching the city activities, open floor plan, 1st floor has basement access. Private parking behind building, property also includes garage(currently rented to neighboring business.) Separate utilities. Don't miss your opportunity to be a part of the Vergennes community! Great downtown living, easy access to eateries, shops, library and park.

Pristine 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath executive home with finished walkout basement. Enjoy the sunny, spacious kitchen with center island, granite counters, Mexican tile floor, stainless appliances and breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. The formal dining room seats 10; perfect for holiday celebrations. The great room sports a 14 foot ceiling and has extensive floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides, offering magnificent views of Mount Mansfield with early morning cup of coffee. Both dining and great room have magnificent cherry hardwood floors. There is a first floor office and living room with plenty of natural light, upper level includes primary suite with private bath and soaking tub plus tiled shower, sunny and spacious bedrooms, guest bath and bonus room is perfect for guests. The walkout lower level is great for family gatherings. Extensive windows on two sides gives the lower level a unusual amount of sunlight. The gym is large enough to handle anyone's exercise needs, or it could be turned into a in-law suite or home office. Enjoy the views of Vermont's highest peaks on the two-deck system, or front porch. Mature landscaping with a walking trail around the perimeter of the 1.9 acres surrounded by trees and forest-like views. All in a wonderful neighborhood, minutes to downtown Saint Albans, restaurants, schools, 1-89, easy access to Burlington and Plattsburg and a short hour away from Montreal.