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Capitol Hill Home's Swamp Chic Design
Brooklyn studio transforms Washington DC row house with Everglades-inspired 'swamp chic' style.
In brief
Brooklyn studio transforms Washington DC row house with Everglades-inspired 'swamp chic' style. Brooklyn-based interior design studio Evidence of Things created a 'swamp chic' home for Capitol Hill residents with Everglades themes and space-saving solutions. Originally reported by Homesandgardens.
Capitol Hill Home's Unexpected Charm
This Washington DC row house features alligator in living room, heron on wallpaper, and egret-shaped table legs.
“We wanted people to feel the story before they could name it”
Design Studio Behind the Look
Brooklyn-based interior architecture studio Evidence of Things created 'swamp chic' style for historic home.
“We wanted people to feel the story before they could name it”
Historic Home's Challenges
19th century house had decades of random renovations leaving makeshift interventions and poor layout.
Designers' Approach
Team focused on practical, character-filled home for growing family without compromising compact footprint.
“Everything else required honest reconstruction rather than restoration”
Entry Room Features
Herringbone brick flooring and custom white oak staircase with secret door for stroller.
Nursery's Everglades Theme
Hand-drawn wallpaper with herons, waterlilies and Florida panthers creates Everglades-inspired nursery.
Primary Bedroom Design
Dusty-blue linens and striped armchairs create calm retreat with bay window view.
Kitchen's Space-Saving Trick
Sage-green cabinetry, brass fixtures and herringbone brick floor make kitchen warm and character-filled.
Living Room Layout
Open living room connects to entry hall with staircase visible and upstairs landing as home office.
Primary Bedroom Space Solution
Custom asymmetrical headboard serves as nightstand and slim ledge for king-size bed.
Bathroom Design Contrast
Primary bathroom has pale green tiles and dark oak millwork while powder room features navy beadboard.
Designers' Personal Connection
Designers knew homeowner as childhood friends with shared South Florida roots.
Space-Saving Achievements
Reorganized space to fit king-size bed and create additional powder room and open kitchen.
The Swamp Chic Concept
Combines Washington's political 'swamp' with Everglades to create subtle yet meaningful design.
Final Design Impact
Small home proves character and personality can coexist with space-saving solutions.
The bottom line
Brooklyn-based interior design studio Evidence of Things created a 'swamp chic' home for Capitol Hill residents with Everglades themes and space-saving solutions.
