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Entering the Primary Suite sends you on a voyage of serenity. This wing of the home was once occupied by Eleanor Pillsbury. She had her very own bedroom, closet, and bathroom surely fit for a queen. With the help of Ethan Allen designers Christine Happel, Allied ASID, and Rhonda Smith, Associate ASID, the new homeowners will occupy each square foot as a getaway of their own. Quality Cut Design Remodel had their work cut out for them with significant construction of this wing. 

Curating the Primary Bedroom as a personal retreat for the homeowners was the vision that designers aimed to bring to life. The historic fireplace, with its original green tile and unique moldings, was a cherished feature that had to remain intact, serving as the starting point for the design. To blend the homeowners' desire for contemporary furnishings with the room’s historic charm, the designers embraced the contrast between old and new.

The large space, divided by the fireplace, was split into two areas: a bedroom and a sitting room. A modern twist on the tray ceiling features double inverted crowns inset with faux metallic cork wallpaper, defining each area. This is highlighted by exquisite Visual Comfort crystal chandeliers framed by the crowns. Through some clever searching and social media magic, the designers sourced a discontinued Ethan Allen bookcase with matching arched molding. This bookcase, now a built-in with a TV lift system, complements the suite beautifully. Painted in Sherwin Williams Forged Steel, the bookcase, along with the walls and trim, adds a sense of drama to the room.

Luxurious materials like plush velvet, faux crocodile leather, and refined silk-type fabrics enhance the room's elegance. To create symmetry, two stunning Heron pictures were added, flanking each side of the fireplace. The green tile of the historic fireplace inspired the room's pops of color, with jewel tones in the art and fabrics bringing everything together. The result is a peaceful, elegant, and functional retreat that seamlessly blends history with contemporary luxury.

Renovation began by removing and relocating the radiators for a more functional layout. New quartersawn oak floors replaced aging floors that were beyond repair. Decorative moldings were applied to the moody walls and two accent trays were installed to accentuate the separate spaces. The existing fireplace tile was restored and doors custom-made by Bayer Built complete the fine details. 

This room was made possible by the contributions of INTERSOURCE by STARK, Visual Comfort and Co, Hunter Douglas, Total Window Design, Cutting Edge, Sherwin Williams, Northstar Home Technologies, Phillips Collection, Bayer Built and Seams Like a Good Idea.