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Help: How to Decorate this weird cutout space

5 years ago

I just bought this condo and in the entry there is this weird space. (previous owner photos).

Not sure if I should leave it empty or draw attention to it. Its the space with the little box and sticks. Any ideas what to do?

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  • 5 years ago

    If any space is crying for shelves, this one is! Book shelf, wine storage, games storage, if you add doors, closet, spare pantry, baking center, appliance garage…anything you need.

  • 5 years ago

    Do you see this space from front door into condo? If yes, & the picture is view from front door, I’d think about a long, narrow piece of art that mimics the view out those great windows. A floor plant might be ok too but would have to be fake plant due to lack of light.

  • 5 years ago

    @KW PNW Z8. Yes I see it from the front entrance. When you say art that mimics the view, do you mean a print of trees or something similar?

  • 5 years ago

    I have a grandfather clock in the nook in my entryway, but I had the clock when we moved here. It just happened to find its perfect home.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    It is too tiny space for decorate, I would leave it empty.

  • 5 years ago

    Nooks and crannies add personality and charm to a house. I had my contractor build out a similar space with glass shelves for display. If there is an outlet there a narrow chest and a beautiful table lamp would be inviting, or you might add a long framed mirror which would bounce some light into the space, and of course vertical art is an option. It's the feeling of openness that gives it charm so I wouldn't close it off or fill it up, then it just becomes another wall.

  • 5 years ago

    It's the perfect size for some built in shelves to display a few large items.

  • 5 years ago

    Here’s an idea.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    You can remove or use small side storage at the left and add full wall size glass shelves at the nook of sticks box.

  • 5 years ago

    @mafau - yes, that’s what I meant. Nature inspired art that mimics your view. Or, maybe a picture of a huge cascading waterfall. You didn’t give the width of the space but a waterfall is a natural narrow subject. The falls shown at the link are near Portland, OR & I’ve seen large pictures of it which look like you can walk into them! Multnomah Falls if the link doesn’t work, Google images of this waterfall. I disagree with the suggestions for display shelves & for leaving the space empty. I think art is the answer! It would be simple, uncluttered with nothing on floor, & with the right art, be high impact.

  • 5 years ago

    You have a beautiful home!! Maybe a narrow mirror with glass shelves to display some favorite objects or more plants


  • 5 years ago

    Make it into a special display area for a collection of something you love. Here are just a few examples of art glass. You might prefer Star Wars characters. Whatever floats your boat!


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  • 5 years ago

    Three pieces of art. One above the other!

  • 5 years ago

    @mafau see @User mockup! Now, just imagine a glorious cascading waterfall in that spot!

  • 5 years ago

    I agree, you could have a large narrow waterfall fountain put in (will need to install plug) or install a slim artificial twig tree with low lights or a beautiful tall mirror. I believe paintings will look out of place

  • 5 years ago

    @Nonie Stager - not sure what suggestion you’re agreeing with, but, just to be clear, my suggestion was for art - subject - a waterfall! I cant’t imagine a waterfall piece with actual running water in that spot. 😊

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Perhaps just try a tall plant there or a long mirror. Below are some designs we have done for clients that might help you pick what you want to do with the space.

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