The use of “unconventional” (in this case, transparent) materials for the bedroom wall keeps the bedroom light while defining the space. Freeing up ideas about homebuilding can offer new solutions to old problems. Using large pieces of art and found objects changes the rooms scale. One often finds this in either children’s rooms or designers and artists spaces. They are always a pleasure to photograph.
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