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Patterns don’t have to be loud or bold to make a statement. Bunnell used subtle stripes in basic black and white to stimulate the eye in this
space. She combines pattern with texture to create an understated appeal. Vintage touches like the aged paperbacks in a basket and the
snowshoes hanging on the stairway wall, give the house a lived-in feel and add character.
delicately scaled modern seating, and a simple serving piece
keep the airy, light feel.
In the living room, the fireplace surround is a neutral
stone. “We used texture and pattern to add interest and a
sense of structure and order,” says Bunnell. “Stripes are very architectural.
We introduced them in the rustic flat-weave wool
rug and decorative pillows.” The classic Hudson Bay blanket
adds a touch of history and an outdoorsy Canadian feel to the
space. A brightly colored cork lampshade and vibrant pillows
add a soft splash of color against the neutral chairs.
The media room also has a neutral foundation. “We found
chairs upholstered in a fabric with Old World Latin sayings to
add a subtle pattern to the room without overpowering it,” explains
Bunnell. “Heirloom film reels lend an interesting and appropriate
history to the space; vintage items always add
character to a home.” Bunnell’s vintage touches can be seen
throughout and make a new construction house look more lived
in. Accessories such as old snowshoes on the wall of the stairway
and a basket of classic paperbacks in the living room, give the
home a feeling of humanity and add a comfortable warmth.
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