'Dead spaces' have some of the biggest untapped potential in our houses. These underutilized spaces are often too small, oddly shaped, or dark to know exactly how to decorate, but when done right can bring a sense of completion and luxury to the home. Principal among these is the landing at the top of the stairs. Though these spaces add square footage to our homes, they are too often left undecorated. Sir Anthony Hopkins changes all of this.
We spotted the actor's landing idea in a recent Instagram post showing him dancing with fellow actor Ian McKellen at the top of his stairs. If it weren't for a glimpse of the banister, we would never have known it wasn't a living room. The warm neutral space has cream walls and cream curtains. A tan rug with a marble pedestal table and plant on top anchor the space. A crystal chandelier hangs down anchoring the space, echoing the crystal wall sconces on either side of the room.
