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Can't quite make it out - but are those shelves sunk into the wall ?

6 years ago

North Kensington family home · More Info

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Steven Andrews Bespoke - Design Better
6 years ago
Yes I would say so, although it does look a bit like it might be coming out from the wall so I see why it might of thought otherwise.
Daisy England
6 years ago
I'd say they're set in because it looks as thought they're in a 'breast'.
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Turner Pocock
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The joinery is set into the wall yes.

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