How to Build a Replica of the Oval Office
First and foremost, determine if you have enough space and the appropriate funds to build this small addition to your home., If you've gotten permission to build and have the appropriate space and funds, hire a contractor to begin constructing the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: First and foremost
Contact your local homeowner's association and find out what you need to do for permission to build.
The expenses of the project will cost you at least several tens of thousands of dollars to complete, if not more, depending on how accurate you want your replica to be. -
Step 2: determine if you have enough space and the appropriate funds to build this small addition to your home.
Obviously it should be oval-shaped but not too round or large.
The approximate dimensions can be found here.
If you have the time and expertise, you can do the construction yourself to save money. ,, There are two "cutaway" doors hidden into the back wall between the fireplace, one large glass door that leads out to the Rose Garden patio (outdoors), and a large wooden door at the front right of the room.
You really only need one door to access your replica, so just build the hidden doors or large wooden door for show. , Make sure it is properly ventilated. , They should contain only three shelves and have a designed alcove above them. ,, While the exact paint color of the Oval Office is probably difficult to accurately find, there are some types that look very similar.
Print out some photos of the Oval Office, visit your local paint or hardware store and ask a staff member for help. ,, Begin by contacting Rode Bros.
Fine Wood Flooring Company, the ones that installed the hardwood floor in the actual Oval Office.
Ask if they can install the same type of flooring for your replica. , Have it designed with any colors you'd like, but the presidential seal must be in the center. , These include reproductions of presidential portraits, lamps, books, side chairs, coffee tables, sofas, and of course, the Resolute desk.
Most of them can be found here. , Make sure it matches the color scheme of the room. , Enjoy your Oval Office replica! -
Step 3: If you've gotten permission to build and have the appropriate space and funds
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Step 4: hire a contractor to begin constructing the foundation
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Step 5: and roof.
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Step 6: Once the main oval building is constructed
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Step 7: start by installing three large
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Step 8: long windows in the front center and a smaller window of the same style several feet to the left.
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Step 9: Install the doors that lead into and out of the Oval Office.
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Step 10: Build a slightly large white marble fireplace in the back center of the room.
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Step 11: Have two bookcases built into the right center wall
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Step 12: between the large wooden door.
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Step 13: Have the contractor carve a medallion of the presidential seal into the center of the ceiling
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Step 14: surrounded by small stars
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Step 15: and have an electrician install recessed lighting around it.
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Step 16: Paint the room and ceiling a creamy tan color.
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Step 17: If you haven't done so already
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Step 18: hire an electrician to install the light fixtures.
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Step 19: Now you'll be able to begin decorating.
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Step 20: Order a large custom rug for the floor.
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Step 21: Purchase all the furniture
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Step 22: artwork and other items you will need to decorate your home Oval Office.
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Step 23: Find long
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Step 24: thick draperies for the three windows behind the desk.
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Step 25: You should be all set!
Detailed Guide
Contact your local homeowner's association and find out what you need to do for permission to build.
The expenses of the project will cost you at least several tens of thousands of dollars to complete, if not more, depending on how accurate you want your replica to be.
Obviously it should be oval-shaped but not too round or large.
The approximate dimensions can be found here.
If you have the time and expertise, you can do the construction yourself to save money. ,, There are two "cutaway" doors hidden into the back wall between the fireplace, one large glass door that leads out to the Rose Garden patio (outdoors), and a large wooden door at the front right of the room.
You really only need one door to access your replica, so just build the hidden doors or large wooden door for show. , Make sure it is properly ventilated. , They should contain only three shelves and have a designed alcove above them. ,, While the exact paint color of the Oval Office is probably difficult to accurately find, there are some types that look very similar.
Print out some photos of the Oval Office, visit your local paint or hardware store and ask a staff member for help. ,, Begin by contacting Rode Bros.
Fine Wood Flooring Company, the ones that installed the hardwood floor in the actual Oval Office.
Ask if they can install the same type of flooring for your replica. , Have it designed with any colors you'd like, but the presidential seal must be in the center. , These include reproductions of presidential portraits, lamps, books, side chairs, coffee tables, sofas, and of course, the Resolute desk.
Most of them can be found here. , Make sure it matches the color scheme of the room. , Enjoy your Oval Office replica!
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