plasterwork
noun
plas·ter·work
ˈpla-stər-ˌwərk 
: plastering often ornate in design used to finish architectural constructions
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These historic residences, built between 1923 and 1938, retain many original architectural details, such as intricate plasterwork, decorative murals, and grand rooms that reflect the elegance of a past era.
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Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
The mansion’s original limestone foyer, stone fireplaces, ornate plasterwork, and wood paneling have been preserved and restored, creating a dramatic backdrop for contemporary furniture, lighting and finishes.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
The 1906 house incorporates Colonial elements and features high ceilings, pocket doors, decorative plasterwork, ornate fireplaces, grand staircase, elevator, chef's kitchen with butler's pantry, wet bar, dining room with parkscape mural, primary suite with balcony, and covered front porch.
—The Week Staff, theweek, 15 Oct. 2024
Photo: Courtesy of Rizzoli The 18th-century plasterwork was painted in contrasting shades of stone at Chettle, in Dorset.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
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Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
The mansion’s original limestone foyer, stone fireplaces, ornate plasterwork, and wood paneling have been preserved and restored, creating a dramatic backdrop for contemporary furniture, lighting and finishes.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
The 1906 house incorporates Colonial elements and features high ceilings, pocket doors, decorative plasterwork, ornate fireplaces, grand staircase, elevator, chef's kitchen with butler's pantry, wet bar, dining room with parkscape mural, primary suite with balcony, and covered front porch.
—The Week Staff, theweek, 15 Oct. 2024
Photo: Courtesy of Rizzoli The 18th-century plasterwork was painted in contrasting shades of stone at Chettle, in Dorset.
—Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Plasterwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plasterwork. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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