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This morning we wrote about a Brooklyn Heights home renovation that sparked some mixed feelings with Brownstoner readers. Here’s one of the more positive opinions…

Comment of the Day

Brooklyn interior design has become a bit formulaic and this breaks the mold completely. It’s bold but still looks comfortable and quite livable. This reminds me of something you would find in London rather than Brooklyn. Kudos to the owners and the designers.

— dmcsr71 in Once-Bland Brooklyn Heights Home Now Wows With Wallpaper and Period Details

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