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I love that planter and the rumpled bedcovers. A very cool place without being pretentious. I enjoyed seeing the artwork which at a glanced looked all perfect on the wall and then you see the content. Nice way to inject humor and personality into the space.

Gosh we're practically neighbors.

The lolita chairs are gorgeous - nice indulgence. I'd love a splash of color over the desk/computer area.

It's lovely, but you need a bed frame! That nekked box spring is a bit too batchelor-esque for my taste!

Cool! A Carrie Bradshaw closet that you have to walk through to get to the bathroom.

I feel like a total copy cat because I love that coffee table and it is one my "when i win the lotto" list. Any information on that taupe sofa? I am searching for a perfect mix of clean lines and supreme comfiness and that sofa looks like it can do the job.

Really like those Lolita chairs and the gray couch in the office area -- and, of course, the deck. Obviously the br is still a work in progress.

What I don't like -- and it's not his fault -- is the completely uninspired interior space. The outside is cool, sort of a modernized mews, but the Home Depot kitchen and bath are seriously blah. When I saw the exposed ductwork, I was thought we'd see a industrial-type space...DC is warm enough for exposed beams and concrete floors, maybe even casement windows...

I'd rethink the beige couch in the living area. It's a little too massive for the small space.

boring.

Adam -- you are hot and so is your apartment!

I love the glass coffee table and especially the tiny lemon tree in the yellow pot.

Very nicely done!

I do not if they are original but the glass coffee table & Montmartre painting in the bathroom are awesome..

It's hard to say this, because you are a total babe, but...I think the pics above the sofa should be closer together and slightly lower. Also, some color/art is needed in the kitchen. Otherwise, I think you are on your way!

love the painting in the bathroom.

i'm trying to stifle my urge to tell adam to make his bed but i can't hold it in

I does look calm and I'm all for neutral color palettes, but there's too much beige and too much medium-light value going on. I like what you're doing, but I'd like to see the color palette look a little more "crisp."

To stick with neutrals, try painting some rooms a very pale gray. For a little more "energy" but still an overall calm feel, try painting one room (or a featured wall) a dusty blue-gray in a medium-light value. Blue is the color-compliment of that warm beige, yet is a soothing color in its own right.

I really appreciate the picture ledge under the guitar. It helps keeps the guitar from floating, and a frame would be silly. I wouldn't move the photos opposite the guitar -- I like that they balance each other out spatially.

I like the art collection, especially the graffiti photos.

I like the slipper chair pairing opposite the sectional. But I don't understand the layout of the space -- there are two sectionals and a loveseat -- that's a lot of sofa! -- but clearly they are not in the same room. I'm guessing you have a second bedroom? [suggestion to AT -- a floor plan to go with house tours would be helpful].

Keep the bedside table -- give it a coat of tung oil and you're all set. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tung_oil

The lemon tree in the yellow pot is my very favorite part of your space. It made me smile!

oh Adam, your rumpled bed, your t-shirts, and guitars are so charming. But I really must thank you for sharing your glass Platner Coffee Table. Thank you so much; I love it more than anything (but not anyone, of course).

Oh, do I covet that terrace... upholstered outdoor furniture! What a dreamy thought, here in Seattle. A fine job- kudos from "the other Washington."

Ugh, I didn't even bother to look through the rest of the photos if the best pic of the place AT can come up with of the place is a beige couch, glass coffee table, cream shaggy rug, stainless steel fridge. What is this, a 2002 Freedom catalogue? Double Ugh.

Lovely space & thanks for sharing. It's nice to see DC spaces!! (my neck of the woods)

Nice place, but could use some color. Don't hide behind neutrals, use them to make colorful pieces stand out.

What is with all the negative comments around here lately?

Every post this week featuring someones house has been full of vitriol and backlash.

It looks nice enough (and def better than my DC apt!), but there's nothing special about it. It's only slightly less generic than a model condo.

That said, thanks to the owner for showing it, and to AT. More DC house tours!!

Nesagwa I totally agree. AT comments have gotten progressively meaner and meaner over the past few weeks. I think people must be stressed about the holidays or something. But it's made this website not as fun to go to :(

I like the apartment and the table but the view of Montmartre was 'Made in China'.

It takes a special kind of douchebag to drop by and leave a snarky remark about one's home, hiding behind internet anonymity. At least have the cajones to back up the remarks with a link to who you are in your profile.


Adam, the place looks fantastic. Great job.

Thanks for all the feedback. The Montmartre painting was purchased by my parents while in Paris in the 70s. I love the color it adds to the bathroom. I am currently looking for more interesting and colorful art to add more character to my condo. I will be looking for more paintings and photos to decorate with the next time I get to travel.

@chusmabilly - The sofa is a Steven Anthony sofa from vastu Steven Anthony sofa from Vastu. http://www.vastudc.com/product.php?cat=1&subcat=1&product=501

Yawn, y'all.

The lemon tree made me smile too. Love the way you decorated with your musical instruments.

I'm wondering where the cabinet in the bathroom is from? perfect for a small room.