Quote by Douglas Wilson

I gave the couple a hint of a design that would work great with the bones of their home. They weren't ready for it, and they embarrassed themselves and that's too bad.

I gave the couple a hint of a design that would work great w

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This quote implies that the speaker, possibly an interior designer or architect, suggested a design to a couple that would have suited their home perfectly. However, the couple was not receptive to the idea and possibly reacted in a negative or embarrassing way. The quote expresses regret that the couple missed out on an opportunity to enhance their living space due to their unwillingness to consider the suggestion.

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