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Basement Space for Everyone

A boring room is transformed into a basement space for everyone.

Design on a Dime : Episode DOD-2301 -- More Projects »
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Tropical Flare
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The original mirror above the fireplace was too large for the space, so design coordinator Ali Azhar uses a smaller mirror and adds a mosaic frame. Using a decorative wallpaper border as his guide, he traces the design he'll use for the tiles. He then lays contact paper sticky side up over the pattern and lays out his tile face down. This keeps the tiles in place, making it easier to flip over onto the frame. A bit of grout and the onyx and marble tiles create a tropical mosaic frame.

Design coordinator Kelly Edwards adds sophistication to the fireplace by encasing the area with stained wood panels. It defines the fireplace as an architectural feature and is an inexpensive way to completely change its look without having to change the mantel.

Follow these step-by-step instructions to update your fireplace.



Before: Boring Basement

After: Upscale Getaway

Tropical Flare

Room Divider

Natural Element


Storage Wall


Resources
decorative project materials
Old Town Aquarium
Website: www.oldtownaquarium.com

decorative project materials
Tile Outlet, Ltd.
Website: www.Tileoutlet.net

paint
JC Licht
Chicago, IL
Phone: 312-733-3200
Also in this Episode
Design on a Dime : Episode DOD-2301
•Basement Space for Everyone
•Copper Water Fountain
•Sophisticated Fireplace
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