by dSPACE Studio Ltd
Chicago, IL, US 60657 · 61 photos
Crown Molding Detail Closeup - Reveal
http://www.dspacestudio.com

A minimal 1/2" drywall reveal joint runs below the crown molding. This subtle detail creates an elegant shadow line that blends contemporary detailing with traditional crown molding.

 
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chavadunner wrote:
CD - Is the inner rectangle 4 1/2" narrower on all 4 sides? Seems like different width in the pix... »
· Comment · 5 weeks ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd Yes, the inner step is 4 1/2" narrower than the outer step along all four sides. Any differences that appear in the photograph are an optical illusion. Thank you for your question, and good luck with your project!

dSPACE Studio's portfolio of work can been seen at www.dspacestudio.com
5 weeks ago ·
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chavadunner wrote:
ED - Luv the ceiling! How far from the crown moulding did u go with the drywall and how many " in between both dry walls?can that effect be achieved with wood as well( poplar) »
· Comment · 6 weeks ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd The first drywall is step is 9 inches from the edge of the crown molding and the second drywall step is 4.5 inches. You could use poplar instead of drywall, but there will be seams where two pieces of poplar come together and these seams cannot be taped and painted the way drywall seams are taped and painted. For that reason we recommend using drywall with edge beads if you plan to paint the steps to match the ceiling and crown molding. Good luck with your project!

dSPACE Studio's portfolio of work can been seen at www.dspacestudio.com
6 weeks ago ·
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Rebecca Pando wrote:
I love the sofa. Who's the manufacturer? »
· Comment · 2 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd Rebecca, Thank you for your question. This is the Basse Terre sofa from Holly Hunt. Good Luck with your project!

dSPACE Studio's portfolio of work can been seen at www.dspacestudio.com
2 months ago ·
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amackjr wrote:
How do you achieve the double drywall and what is it made of? I have never seen this before. »
· Comment · 8 months ago
motherbear Click on "more info" under photo.
7 months ago ·
dSPACE Studio Ltd You are correct - this detail does give the illusion of taller ceilings. We love the subtle sophistication it adds to a room. Thanks for the question, good luck with your project!

dSPACE Studio's portfolio of work can been seen at www.dspacestudio.com
7 months ago · ·
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klends wrote:
Is the double drywall ceiling detail painted the same color and sheen as the ceiling or the crown molding? »
· Comment · 11 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd Hi, great question. The double drywall detail is painted to match the ceiling, which is Vanilla Milkshake in a flat finish from Benjamin Moore. The crown molding is the same color, but in a semi-gloss, which has a slightly higher sheen than flat. Good luck with your projects. dSPACE Studio's portfolio of award winning work can been seen at www.dspacestudio.com
11 months ago ·
klends Thank you very much. I may try something similar.
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Bryan Lutz wrote:
What is the trim size used to create the wall paneling? - The proportions of the trim for the wall paneling is perfect. What is the trim and size that was used to create it? Also how far down the wall does the paneling trim start? Perfect space with perfect scale. »
· Comment · 12 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd Hi, good question. dSPACE Studio designed the wood panel molding to be 1-1/2" wide and 1-inch proud from the drywall. The panel mold itself is wood and is located 10 inches above the baseboards and is held back 8-inches from the wall edge. Thanks for your question and good luck with your project.

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jaydees416 wrote:
Crown Moulding Sheen and ceiling color? - Is the sheen on the moulding the same as the baseboard? Also, is the color of the crown the same as the ceiling? BTW - Awesome space! »
· Comment · 15 months ago
bnasarrd what color is the molding painted?
12 months ago ·
dSPACE Studio Ltd Benjamin Moore White Dove is the paint used for the trim. dSPACE Studio
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ryanstein wrote:
Is there any pictures of the kitchen available? »
· Comment · 15 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd Yes - Please call me at 773-423-2921. Thanks - Kevin / dSPACE
15 months ago ·
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perez0926 wrote:
what is the wall color? »
· Comment · 17 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd The paint color is Benjamin Moore's Revere Pewter HC-172.
16 months ago ·
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vegas7800 wrote:
With the ceiling detail using double drywall, what do you use for an edge since the paper is on one side only? Corner moulding is too wide and making a paper tape corner edge would show? »
· Comment · 17 months ago
dSPACE Studio Ltd In this project the drywall contractor used a drywall edge bead in the shape of letter "z". This makes for sharp edges that look amazing.
17 months ago · ·
vegas7800 Thank you, I'll check into it as I love the look.
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added by Pangaea Interior Design, Portland, OR to Crown Molding: Is It Right for Your Home?
Quoting the architect: "We designed a minimal 1/2" drywall reveal joint that runs below the crown molding. This subtle detail creates a shadow line between the drywall and crown molding. The same 1/2" reveal occurs at the top of the baseboard to separate the 1-1/2" wood trim band that flows from the base and around the doorways and portals." In my opinion details like this take architectural elements beyond just being very nice and make them truly superb!Tip: There are ways to give the look of very wide crown molding that are less costly than buying very large-profile moldings. In this detail shot, notice the two layers of drywall creating ceiling detail. These two extra pieces give the illusion of an exceptionally wide crown molding — and they do it without having to come so far down the wall.
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8. Crown molding. At the top of the wall, where wall and ceiling come together, is the crown molding. Just like other trim items, the choice of profile and size are almost unlimited. What is especially nice about crown molding is its ability to soften the transition between wall and ceiling, between vertical and horizontal plans. So rather than have that abrupt sharp corner, crown molding lets the eye ease into moving from one to another. It's a kinder, gentler and more elegant approach to a change.
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