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YouTube15 Feb 2018

LaurDIY and Alex Wassabi's Epic Two-Tone Room Makeover!

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Mr. Kate

The "50-50" design project transforms a former dining room into a shared workspace for YouTubers LaurDIY and Alex Wassabi, balancing their distinct personal styles. The renovation splits the room down the middle, contrasting Lauren’s colorful, bohemian aesthetic with Alex’s preference for a more masculine, playful vibe. Key design elements include a custom-painted two-tone wall, a brass chandelier with varying glass globes, and personalized neon signs. The process involves collaborative DIY projects, such as splatter-painting a throw blanket and decorating a ceramic cactus. By utilizing a unified area rug and symmetrical furniture placement, the design successfully bridges the two contrasting halves into a cohesive workspace. This project demonstrates the practical challenges of merging disparate design tastes while maintaining functional storage and personal expression within a shared environment.

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