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A Cure for the Common Condo

The symptoms: a washed-out palette and a down-and-out vibe. The Rx: a little reconstructive surgery, followed by a heavy dose of wallpaper, fabric, and paint

Photographer Dominique Vorillon; Stylist Heather Chadduck, Writer Melissa Bigner

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Remedy No. 2: Upgrade the Woodwork and Fixtures

With the floor plan in place, Phoebe set her sights on adding architectural detail to prevent the condo’s interior from looking like the inside of a drywalled box. She installed oak floors stained dark to resemble old European hardwoods, then enlisted stepson Andrew to help design a kitchen island and bath vanities that distinguish the condo from the run-of-the-mill builder’s special.