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WWYD under stairs in entrance hall?

8 years ago

I'm completely stumped on how to accessorise / dress this area it's definitely missing something...? Want to keep it open and not cupboard in - Any ideas greatly received!

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Loren Moor
8 years ago
Maybe create shelving in the gap, not a large amount maybe like 4 shelves and then you could add family photos there, books little trinkets!
Loren Moor
8 years ago
If that isn't something you want to do you could always introduce a colour in the corner there to distract the eye, maybe a piece of artwork and lighting?
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