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what's so special about this room?

By 1/26/2015


special-room
this makeover by steven gambrel from domino is one of my all-time favorites.  let's break down why it's working

1 :: a strip of paint a shade darker than the wall adds interest and creates the illusion of molding without the install

2 :: a grown-up mood board provides a space to get personal, keeps the room from feeling too serious and allows for a changing art installation

3 :: a fake fireplace backed in mirror opens the space up and allows pretty objects to shine twice as bright

4 :: a one-of-a-kind chair makes a statement and injects some global flair into a preppy palette

5 :: versatile smaller pieces keep the small room from feeling crowded and serve as both tables and stools

6 :: a lacquered parsons desk introduces a modern touch, especially in a quirky color.  a budget big-box buy, it helps make sure the feel isn't too frou-frou; plus, it allows a space to work without creating unnecessary clutter

7 :: wall to wall carpet unifies a space with a lot of furniture.  rather than chopping it up, it allows to room to feel larger.

8 :: a sophisicated paint color pairs perfectly with a large-scale paisley print on the soaring drapes.  restricting the color palette allows other elements of the room to shine, like the great mix of textures throughout the space.

here are a few more pics to see just how dramatic the makeover was:


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21 comments

  1. Lucy and JennJanuary 26, 2015 at 8:18 AM

    Love today's post! Breaking down designers thought processes and why things work helps us amateurs understand why we love their designs!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Great post! Love the look of this room. I like the makeover.
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  3. pembatas ruanganJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    nice furniture and pembatas ruangan

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  4. etika profesi akuntansiJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    greatt...

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  5. Lindsay, XO LindsayJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    I was lusting over this room a couple weeks ago. Since, my living room walls have been painted this exact pink. Lovin it!

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  6. Brunette' viewJanuary 26, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Nice room,nice furnite 😍😍😍😍

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  7. Yolonda | Style FragmentJanuary 26, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    Love how this came together!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 26, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    Wow. I haven't seen this yet and I can't believe the difference! Incredible.

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  11. sua may giatJanuary 27, 2015 at 1:28 AM

    The room is desirable

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  13. UnknownJanuary 30, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    as I would have my apartment so
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  14. emilyFebruary 1, 2015 at 3:07 PM

    love these posts! I love hearing your take on rooms. and I think this color palette is so unusual and fun.

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  15. UnknownFebruary 6, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    I love this chair which is on the left side of the table. It's so beautiful!

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  16. Mohammed murshidFebruary 9, 2015 at 11:12 PM

    nice room.

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  17. UnknownFebruary 13, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    One of my all time favs too. I love it for many of the reasons you mentioned, but also because I love the gorge incorporation of a workspace in the main living area. this is just done right. So much more than just sticking a desk against the wall in the corner.

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