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Purcell-Cutts House
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2nd Floor Hall
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2nd Floor Hall
A Smooth Transition
The tented ceiling of the small central hall draws the eye upward and out the tall landing windows. The same feature is repeated in the adjacent guest bedroom and also distinguishes the living and dining areas downstairs. Stencils and wood trim on the upper walls provide a smooth transition from the stairway to the hall, where the wood changes from oak to birch. A bit of stencil in its original condition can be seen in the upper right corner of the hall. A linen closet and built-in chest of drawers topped with magnesite provide extra storage. next stop >


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