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Help using space at top of stairs. What would you do?

7 years ago

We ripped out a horrible old cupboard and we're going to put in a full height one but think that would block light and access. It's a small space but could be useful or interesting. Thanks

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Ocean Clarke
7 years ago
A slide? (okay, maybe too far.) Perhaps someone else has a more realistic idea?
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7 years ago
Hi,

Using something as simple as a balustrade here would help bring in the maximum light however you would then be left with "dead" space having a light fighting hanging down over this area could help light the space at night and also become a design feature. Sometimes the most obvious solutions end up becoming the most striking.

Hope this helps.

FMA
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