Renovations to the Oval Office, including a new carpet, drapes, wallpaper and furniture, are seen, Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, at the White House in Washington. The famous Resolute Desk remains.
GR company helps Oval Office makeover
Scott Group made the new rug in President's office
Updated: Tuesday, 31 Aug 2010, 5:45 PM EDT
Published : Tuesday, 31 Aug 2010, 4:17 PM EDT
WASHINGTON (AP) - When President Barack Obama addresses the nation on Iraq, the Oval Office setting will be sporting a new look.
There's a new rug made and donated by the Scott Group , which is based in Grand Rapids, new wallpaper, chairs and a new coffee table. The White House allowed photographers to get a glimpse Tuesday ahead of the scheduled 8 p.m. speech.
Presidents typically put their own touch on the Oval Office early in their terms. Obama's makeover took place while he was vacationing with his family on Martha's Vineyard, Mass.
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