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The dressing room gives way to the primary bath and its marble-lined vanity; a walk-in shower lies to the right.

The Thaddeus bed by RH is tucked into a niche covered in metallic Calico wallpaper and framed in white oak paneling.

Outside the Box

EL Studio transforms a problematic owners' suite with creativity and sleek style
Grand Award Outstanding Room Makeover
EL Studio

The owners of a Dupont Circle apartment approached EL Studio for an overhaul. With 3,900 square feet split between two floors, the architects started with a generous blank slate. But the triangular shape of the abode—previously adapted from office space—posed challenges. After the team connected the two stories with a floating stair, they positioned the bedroom, dressing room and bath along the apartment’s angled window wall. Finally, these primary-suite spaces were detailed with elevated finishes, from white oak millwork to painted-glass surfaces.

"This challenging and awkward space was resolved with thoughtful design.”
— Paul Sherrill, jurist

Interior Architecture & Design: Elizabeth Emerson, AIA; Mark Lawrence, AIA; Sarah Beth McKay, AIA, EL Studio. Contractor: Tarpon Construction.

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