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aronsaperstein

How can we make entry be more welcoming

12 years ago
The first thing you see when enter the house is steps going to the upper and lower levels, a big empty wall, a louvered room to boiler room.
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  • 12 years ago
    You could add some wainscoting to the walls. Painting out the stairs in black and white would be very dramatic. You could add an umbrella stand in the corner . For the wall you could either put a large piece of art or a large mirror, or make a gallery wall of pictures. Changing the light fixture would make a big difference as well.

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