36 | SPRING 2014
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Side tables don't
always have to
match – try a shelf
where space is
limited
A single bed
can go all the
way from
preschool to
university age
Reclaimed wood
from a heritage
building Holmes's
father re-developed
was used to make a
charming step stool
e Master Bedroom
e Kids' Rooms
LET'S GET COSY
"In comparison to other new builds, we opted not to
have really large bedrooms," says Boriss. "The way
we live, we don't really spend a lot of time in the bed-
rooms." To capitalize on the small space – while still
fitting in a king-sized bed – Boriss installed a floating
shelf and wall-mounted task lamp that acts as a mini
spotlight, letting her read while her husband snoozes.
She tied together the neutral palette with a dark grey,
found in the handmade wallpaper from Portland, pin-
tuck pillows and dramatic lighting.
ROOM FOR GROWTh
"Design wise, it was hard, because I
didn't want to be too juvenile," says
Boriss, "but I also wanted to have a
bit of fun, because they are still kids."
Using neutral walls, floors and light-
ing gave Boriss the freedom to be
adventurous with accents, which can
be easily (and cheaply) switched out
as kids mature.
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