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The scope of the work: While the updates were mostly cosmetic, Clement did replace the wall-to-wall carpeting with new hardwood floors that extend from the rest of the first floor.

Considerations for aging in place: “I always like to add a chair or bench so that people have another place to sit besides the bed,” the designer says. This is also helpful for getting dressed and putting on shoes. “And I chose an upholstered headboard so that they can sit up in bed comfortably to read or knit.”

The window treatments: Clement brought in woven wood shades for privacy; they still let light through and add warm texture. The panels are more decorative, in an embroidered fabric in a soft geometric pattern in wheat tones.

The rug: Clement chose a beautiful wool rug patterned with metallic silk for a little sparkle.

Advice for choosing a bedroom rug size: “I really like for a rug to highlight the bed —that’s it’s job,” she says. “If you size it too small it will look like a postage stamp. You want the bed to sit in it, not on it.” She recommends having the rug extend at least 2 feet past the foot of the bed to leave room for a bench. For the sides she advises going out about as far as the nightstands. But the rug doesn’t necessarily have to go all the way under the headboard and nightstands, as seen in this room.

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The furniture: A scrolled motif appears on the headboard and lamps, while the open telephone-tables-turned-nightstands and dresser drawer fronts also add curves.

The nightstands and dresser mix painted off-white bases with slightly distressed wood tops. “This wood looks a little weathered but is more refined than something like reclaimed wood. It gives them a tailored farmhouse feel,” Clement says. The tones of the wood add contrast and warmth to the room. “They are dressed up just enough,” she says.

The lamps: The scrolled motif on the glazed terra-cotta lamps adds pattern in a small dose. “Add soft elements via the accents in the room,” Clement says. “It’s a good way to bring it in without getting too fussy.”

What’s not in here: A television.

Provenance table lamps: Currey & Co.

The textiles: Clement deftly mixed florals and geometrics in different scales. It’s the only place in the room where she punched up the neutral palette with more color.

Advice for a pillowscape: “It’s all about balance and mixing different types of patterns, and you’ll want to layer at least two different types of patterns. Don’t make it all florals or all geometrics. Start with your busiest pattern on the larger pieces like Euros, because they’ll be partially covered up and won’t overwhelm,” Clement says. “The front is for your slam-dunk. That gingham bolster is my favorite thing. It’s oversized, tailored and not too busy, so it reads very well.”

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