Progress in the Clursery (Closet-Nursery)

I got a cold that really knocked me off my feet, so progress in Elliot's closet-nursery was slower than I'd hoped this past week.  

Still, I managed to get a few things done.  Namely - I installed the 2x4's that will become the base of the crib loft and the base of the changing station shelf.  

I also ordered the baby gate that will act as one of the sides of the crib-loft, and I'm hoping to install it soon.  

I also got the cubby shelf re-situated in the corner so that the crib/loft can brace against it.  I need to put a piece of plywood at the head of the crib-loft to close out that open space.  I think I have some plywood that will work for that, but I'm debating about how exactly to do that.  Should I cover it in fabric, so it'll be softer for baby?  I'm not sure.  I have mixed feelings.  

I am SO glad to have my hanging clothes moved back into the closet and out of our reading nook.  Our room still looks like a disaster area, but less so than when all this stuff was in there, too.