# Capitol Hill Home's Swamp Chic Design

> Brooklyn studio transforms Washington DC row house with Everglades-inspired 'swamp chic' style.
- Title: Capitol Hill Home's Swamp Chic Design · Homesandgardens
- Summary: Brooklyn studio transforms Washington DC row house with Everglades-inspired 'swamp chic' style. Brooklyn-based interior design studio Evidence of Things…
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- Source: Homesandgardens — https://homesandgardens.com/houses/explore-a-victorian-home-in-capitol-hill
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- Topics: evidence of things, capitol hill, swamp chic, victorian home, everglades, south florida, nfl, seahawks, seattle, design, lifestyle
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Brooklyn-based interior design studio Evidence of Things created a 'swamp chic' home for Capitol Hill residents with Everglades themes and space-saving solutions.