Backup Fireplace Makeovers
After: Raising the roof created more vertical space, which also produced interesting ceiling angles. “Keeping the existing foundation and stone fireplace, we rejuvenated the cabin’s personality by raising the roofline and letting in copious amounts of natural light,” van Tuyl Weswick says. The area was further brightened with lighter-toned custom-stained cedar for the ceilings and some of the walls. Other walls were painted in Benjamin Moore’s Simply White.
After: A coat of white paint, built-in cabinetry and shelving, and shiplap siding give the family room a bright, light vibe.“We added the transom windows on either side of the fireplace to bring in morning sun,” Chad says.A polished-nickel Sputnik-style light fixture replaced the old ceiling fan. A reclaimed-wood coffee table invites elevated feet, while a blue area rug adds warmth....
4. Rustic Modern MergeBefore: The cabin’s living area had good bones, including a handsome stone fireplace, but poor lighting made the space dark. “With the lack in natural light, heavy wood features, small windows and spaces, it was time to open a new chapter,” van Tuyl Weswick says.
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