Alcove angled ceiling spaces still ugly and useless!
Tammy G
13 days ago
Please help me figure out what to do with these two alcoves.
There is no symmetry and it’s so difficult for me to visualize a wardrobe on the right and nothing tall on the left.
Hope you have some ideas that can work.
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Comments (27)Our contractor came by today and had some good news for us. He said that he can center the sinks over our existing cabinets, and that he has no idea why that wasn't done in the first place. He said he will build a frame for the mirror that will match the color of the vanity. He's talking about a substantial 4" frame because he wants the mirror to become a focal point instead of an eyesore. He's considering building some shelves for the middle of the mirror, or optionally hanging a few pendants from the ceiling to break that up a little. He said he will have his electrician come over and show us some options for lighting. He said the mirror is worth about $1200 and he doesn't think we would gain much by taking it down and putting up two separate mirrors. He's going to sketch it out for us in the next few days, when I get that I will post it. Thanks to you guys I was at least able to articulate what I saw as a problem rather than just say "grrr I hate this mirror" lol...See Morewhat to do with these angles
Comments (9)I think palimpsest has a good idea. Another would be that with the window in one area and not in the other, you might want to paint the room all one color, with the second alcove a bit lighter. You notice how it looks darker in the picture? Again, this depends on the color you're using and the effect you want to achieve. If you like a more romantic look, paint the walls all the same color and the second alcove would be a great place to have a fabric headboard or swag above the bed. Any way you can fit a window seat in front of the window? It's a challenge, but a room with a lot of character :)...See MoreLighting advice needed - downlights? flush mount? beam angles?
Comments (9)I'd cross post this in the Kitchen forum for some ideas on layout. You have a lot of space to work with. A larger version of your plan with readable measurements or individual sections will help. 450 footcandles at the counter for work surfaces is good to shoot for. Under cabinet lights can help. You have a lot of pendants over that slim island. Those Liteline fixtures are used in RVs and boats where there isn't any space above the ceiling. But they do put out light at up to 600 lumens for 9w. If you want to see them in action visit an RV dealer. A 5th wheel like a Montana or Jayco Pinnacle will also give you a feel for a slim island. For ambient light you can use 6" recessed IC fixtures and regular A19 bulb configuration leds. These are maybe $4ea in dimmable at Costco. They use 15w and produce 1100 lumens in a flood pattern that lights up a large area....See MoreUnsure what to do with this alcove in the master bedroom....
Comments (32)The closet extension makes the most sense. You said the closet is to the left. Does it share a wall with this space? I would have a contractor reconfigure the closet and enclose this space into it. Many of the other ideas would certainly work but then there are those that say the clutter/stress of the spaces suggested aren't what one wants in a bedroom. I see lovely reading nooks, my mom would make a place for her morning prayers, but I have much nicer places to sit and read in my home and the idea of being trapped in my bedroom does not appeal at all. I dress and sleep in my bedroom. I LIVE in the rest of my home....See More
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12 days agoKendrah
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lisedv
12 days agolast modified: 12 days agoBring brightness and a bit of colour into that dark corner. A white bookcase, rattan chair & black floor task lamp, more substantial lamp on the dresser with some decor, art on the wall, bring the stand mirror forward more into the room rather than stuck in the corner...
Tammy G
9 days ago
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