Windows Screaming 80s!
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Comments (14)Hi Lorna, it is a lovely space. A big challenge in these rooms is getting comfortable storage because the only walls offering height is the wall you need for the bed. The other walls are too low for you to be able to access storage on them even if you position it there(like under the window seat). So if you need storage/closet space, you might want to consider putting the wardrobe/closeton the far left side next to the bed so that it doesn't close in the room too much and then have a chest of drawers on the right side(1st image), or if that won't give you enough storage you might need to go either side of the bed, in which case, putting shelves behind the bed will project your bed forward out of the recess between the closets(2nd image). Also worth considering a bed without an and so that is one less thing to dodge around(and kick you toe on) in the tighter space. Happy renovating:)...See MoreWindow and door reconfigure on 80's house
Comments (11)Errol, we also have an 80s brick home with similiar window placement. When the budget allows we would like to change the larger of the windows (what would be your existing sliding door in your layout) to french doors to open out to our deck area. We would keep the window in meals area as a window as there is not enough circulation space inside to use a door, even a sliding door. For us, french doors would work best as they can fold back relatively flat against the wall when opened, while bifold doors would stick out too far. We will also replace the old diamond grill screens with crimsafe which aren't as ugly! Why is it that houses in home decorating magazines never have screens? Would love the aesthetics of no screens but in Qld screens are essential. We don't have the issue with lack of light inside that you do (and we love our light-filled open plan space so skylights might be a good investment for you), but the downside is our outdoor area is underutilized as is in full sun most of the day and is uncovered. Could you change your outdoor roof to a vergola system or something more transparent to get more light inside?...See MoreInternal paint around 80’s bronze windows
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Comments (15)Hi Jani, Lovely spaces in the home you have bought. Initially I thought it was too much brick but it is quite well balanced with plenty of white walls and the accent timber ceiling. One thing that sticks out to me is the white trim between the carpet and the brick. This should not be needed and a simple transition between the two materials should be implemented. I would stick with a light carpet and the colour depends on what your furniture suits. A light grey might freshen up the space but a soft beige tone would be fine too. You are unlikely to change the carpet again so be really comfortable with your choice, especially if you decide to go with a bolder colour. If you decide on something darker, you will need more lighting. For window treatments - I'm not a huge fan of them unless you need them for privacy. Go with a roll down blind or a simple natural fabric curtain, like linen or silk blend and make sure you hang them from the top of the wall, not the top of the window. If you can get away with it, a plain white or other soft coloured sheer curtain. I quite like the idea of laying a tile or stone floor strip the width of the gap beside the fireplace, as previously mentioned, all the way from the front door to the kitchen and keeping the living and dining spaces carpeted. However, I would hesitate to install more slate and it would be problematic to mix something new with the existing slate - unless you plan to replace that too. I am a huge fan of terracotta tiles. I know they polarise peoples opinions but they work really well with timber and white with other neutrals and natural materials. There is a reason they have been around for centuries!!! They have to be the authentic terracotta though, not ceramic. You could lay them over the whole entry, living and dining rooms (and Kitchen) and just have large rugs for the rooms. Depends on what you like the look of. Lighting - why not look at using some narrow black tubular pendant style fittings. Or something that has a bit more impact but not fussy. C....See MoreSandbox Studio®
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