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Simply Transformed

A Barrington teen’s princess-pink bedroom gets a coastal chic makeover

Childhood bedrooms hold many memories, but as kids grow and change, some of the trappings like posters, bold hues, and themed bedding can suddenly become oh-so-uncool to their inhabitants. This was the case for a Barrington teenager’s pink powder puff of a room. While some teens tackle these transformations themselves with cans of paint, this family handed the task over to a pro. Enter West Bay-based designer Lindy Lowney, who explains, “My client was interested in a blue-green, neutral color palette for a fresh, modern update – blending neutral tones with coastal hues and lots of texture.” The homeowner adds, “the assignment was tricky because the final result needed to resonate with the teenager and her parents!”