Interior designer Ann Sundet uses a monochromatic color scheme in shades of rich taupe and cream to transform a ho-hum guest bedroom into a romantic retreat. A touch of gold in refurbished accessories brings warmth and romance to the room. The first step in remaking this room is replacing a summery yellow-and-blue bedspread with a soft cream matelassé coverlet. Cream-and-taupe striped pillows are added to complement the floral pattern of a new padded headboard in similar colors. The cream-and-taupe striped fabric is also used to fashion a new skirt for the bedside table and to cover a chair in the sitting area, providing continuity throughout the room. A fringed cloth on the nightstand table softens the stripes. A pair of yard-sale lamps, previously bright yellow, are given an antique look by applying gold paint topped with a crackle finish. In the sitting area, a romantic window treatment fashioned from inexpensive muslin frames the windows while maintaining the view. Several yards of muslin are knotted, draped and intertwined with tasseled cording. This inexpensive treatment gives a neoclassic look and totally changes the appearance of the room. A white plant stand topped with a pot of dried hydrangeas dusted with silver and gold spray paint adds a warm touch.
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Sundet, Ann - Interior Designer
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