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Designer Solutions - Room Layout

budget

Target: $2,000
Actual: Budget breakdown



key elements

Technology: A cutting edge LCD television and cordless telephone offer students a high-tech outlet when not studying.

Flooring: Cabana-striped carpet tiles bring to mind the end of summer. Students can easily take them with them at the end of the year.

Bedding: Clean, crisp hotel linens with navy blue pinstripes contrast with an orange throw blanket and offer a fun punch of color.

Art: Pieces taken from French designer Philippe Starck and American icon Andy Warhol bring elements of whimsy.

Movement: A hand-made metal mobile modeled after the work of American sculptor Alexander Calder brings color, whimsy and fluidity to the room.



audio from the designer

audio

Patrick J. Baglino Jr. discusses how aesthetics can improve the personality and feel of a room.


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the series

Basement

Lisa Adams, principal designer for Washington, D.C.-based design firm Adams Design Inc., gives this outdated basement a contemporary makeover.

Previous Room Makeovers

Kitchen

Daniela Franciscus, principal designer for Washington, D.C.-based design firm Franciscus Design Group, redesigns this kitchen space.

how to redo

Furnishings and Design

House Calls

Build It or Fix It