6. Leopard’s jump
Designer: Dawn Rothenbacher from Roth Design
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Size: 42 square feet (3.9 square meters); 6 by 7 feet
Homeowner’s request. “The homeowner wanted a more exciting experience when walking through her home, with each space leaving a lasting impression,” says designer Dawn Rothenbacher. “She loves exotic animals and she had an inspiration picture with these particular colors, so we started there.” She didn’t want a boring beige box.”
Special features. “The Schumacher Iconic Leopard wallpaper is a highlight for this space,” says Rothenbacher. “The fact that we also applied it to her 10-foot ceiling made it even more of a wow factor.” Light and plumbing fixtures are made of lacquered brass to prevent tarnishing. The mirror was an antique the homeowner had in storage.” A leopard-print trash can complements the wallpaper.
Designer advice. “Never forget your ceiling,” Rothenbacher says. “People think about walls and floors, but never about the untapped potential of changing the color or pattern of the ceiling.” This is where the drama lives. A powder room has a short time to make a lasting positive impression. I also recommend that people start with the toilet when renovating. It’s the fastest turnaround for impressive results. This motivates you to keep working in the next space.”
“Uh-oh” moment. “Most people are afraid of wallpaper behind the toilet, the sink or on the ceiling,” says Rothenbacher. “The best solution is to hire professional installers.” When you’re spending money on expensive designer wallpaper, you don’t want to waste money on mistakes due to lack of experience.”
Paint Color: Cloud White by Benjamin Moore
Check out our beginner’s guide to get started on your home project
Designer: Dawn Rothenbacher from Roth Design
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Size: 42 square feet (3.9 square meters); 6 by 7 feet
Homeowner’s request. “The homeowner wanted a more exciting experience when walking through her home, with each space leaving a lasting impression,” says designer Dawn Rothenbacher. “She loves exotic animals and she had an inspiration picture with these particular colors, so we started there.” She didn’t want a boring beige box.”
Special features. “The Schumacher Iconic Leopard wallpaper is a highlight for this space,” says Rothenbacher. “The fact that we also applied it to her 10-foot ceiling made it even more of a wow factor.” Light and plumbing fixtures are made of lacquered brass to prevent tarnishing. The mirror was an antique the homeowner had in storage.” A leopard-print trash can complements the wallpaper.
Designer advice. “Never forget your ceiling,” Rothenbacher says. “People think about walls and floors, but never about the untapped potential of changing the color or pattern of the ceiling.” This is where the drama lives. A powder room has a short time to make a lasting positive impression. I also recommend that people start with the toilet when renovating. It’s the fastest turnaround for impressive results. This motivates you to keep working in the next space.”
“Uh-oh” moment. “Most people are afraid of wallpaper behind the toilet, the sink or on the ceiling,” says Rothenbacher. “The best solution is to hire professional installers.” When you’re spending money on expensive designer wallpaper, you don’t want to waste money on mistakes due to lack of experience.”
Paint Color: Cloud White by Benjamin Moore
Check out our beginner’s guide to get started on your home project