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Bookcase for ASPIRE Show House McLean

Show House Part 6-1/4: Bookcases and Room Rater

Annie Elliott | August 3, 2020

Hello, Gentle Readers! I was going to write about the historic houses I would be visiting if I were allowed to go anywhere, but I thought it would be too depressing. Instead, I shall embrace our circumstances and take a moment to discuss bookcases. Why, you ask? Well, last time, I mentioned that the next …

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» Art + accessories
Small painting hung on bookcase

Go ahead: hang art on your bookcases

Annie Elliott | September 7, 2014

I think hanging a big old painting on the front of a bookcase is one of the most elegant looks around. [photo deleted] There’s more than one way to hang art on bookcases, of course. (Notice that I didn’t say, “right or wrong way,” which shows amazing restraint.) My favorite style is layered and casual — almost …

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» Art + accessories, Color + paint color, Kitchen + bath, Living Room + Family Room

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