Architectural Detail: Trim Work

Living and working in New Orleans I’ve come to appreciate the attention to detail that can be found in some of the homes here. The elaborate architectural detail can be seen in the homes along St. Charles Avenue.

One important aspect of architectural detail is trim work. It’s a great way to add interest to a space. It can completely transform your home and create depth and symmetry to an otherwise lackluster room.

Trim work can also be used to around doorways to frame a particular space or in this case a particular piece of art.

Want to highlight the trim? Try paint. It’s a great way to emphasize the trim work, bringing it to the forefront.

Architectural trim isn’t just for doorways, windows and walls. It can really enhance the ceiling. Helping to draw the eye up.

As you can see, it’s all in the details, architectural details. Trim work will give your home a finished look and bring texture and richness to a space. So next time don’t forget the trim.