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Soft Inside Walls

Opening context:
Wall Membranes, Floor-Ceiling Vaults

Conflict

A wall which is too hard or too cold or too solid is unpleasant to touch; it makes decoration impossible, and creates hollow echoes.

Resolution

Make every inside surface warm to the touch, soft enough to take small nails and tacks, and with a certain slight “give” to the touch. Soft plaster is very good; textile hangings, canework, weaving, also have this character. And wood is fine, where you can afford it.

Closing context:
Half-Inch Trim