Linden Hills Bold Beauty, Minneapolis

Opening up the main area in the basement and changes to the floor plan resulted in two rear bedrooms that maximize sleeping capacity (a must for our client), while also allowing the most natural movement throughout the space. Custom doors throughout detract from the varying ceiling heights and add drama to the space, drawing the eye up. The first bedroom was created using the former living space and offers maximum sleeping capacity. With two queen beds, this room offers everything guests need, complete with a custom, built-in nightstand that camouflages what was previously an unsightly, but necessary gas shutoff. This 1920s basement’s low ceilings and ductwork were seamlessly integrated throughout the space. In this bedroom, we were especially concerned with a small section of ductwork and how to integrate into the design. Lacking a closet space, a simple section of black pipe creates a natural spot to hang clothing, while also feeling cohesive with the overall design and use of pipe detail in common areas. The second bedroom features more sleeping space, with custom doors (in place of existing bi-fold doors) that allow the closet to function better and a bonus door that blends into the design, while providing access to another basement necessity - the water shutoff. A simple reorientation of the existing bed opened up the space and made it feel completely different. Bold wallpaper captures the homeowners’ design vibe and spirit while integrating existing pieces from throughout their home to complete the design and further capture the client’s style.