A Peaceful Dressing Room

A thoughtful blending of colors and materials contributes to the attractiveness of this dressing room in a coastal Maine house.

By Brian Vanden Brink

Image : © Brian Vanden Brink | Design: Jack Silverio, Architect

Good design doesn’t just incorporate how space is used; it also considers the materials that will be going into that space. In this case, fir wainscoting in the bedroom adds texture and color to the wall and blends well with the beadboard cabinets and colors of the dressing room in the foreground. Soft and warm colors permeate both rooms, creating a sense of tranquility. Good craftsmanship is evident throughout, and the space is a demonstration of good design.

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A Peaceful Dressing Room

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