Thanks for the input! Vicki: We're in Newark, but also own a log cabin in the area of Warsaw, about 20 or so from Amish country. The furniture is fairly priced. Les: Thanks so much for your input. I do like the table you posted, but wouldn't have picked it for myself because I always choose rounded shapes and that pedestal is staight. I'm really thinking about it though. The chairs are "java", a very dark brown, almost black. Does that change your mind about making the table base black? The cushions are an off-white. Homersmom: Do you own something by them? I'd love to see a picture. Elsa: The table I have really is too small for the area, and my pictures of it really underlined that for me. I'm really having a problem, like you, of not thinking of the stained top/painted base as "country." And, the problem of matching the cabinets made me think of a black table. I'd love more input from others! Here's the table Les suggested, as well as an example of a black/stained table and a white/stained table: Les' suggestion Dee

Really nice room. Looks comfortable and inviting. Good choice w/new sofas. Like the fireplace as is ... but less clutter could improve the look of it. Not sure what the picture is above the piano. If it is a family photograph, reframe it and the family photo on the mantel with the same frames and put both above the piano. Really like your coffee table. One day it will be a valuable antique if you don't booger it up. So, for the coffee table, consider taking the table to a glass company and having a dark gray tinted thick glass top created for it -- no refinish for the table necessary. (Alternately, cover everything but the top and paint the top only -- perhaps black or else the same white as your cabinets.) Do the same for your current end table as you do for the coffee table. If you're going to add a second end table, since matching the existing one would likely prove difficult, consider a totally different look -- perhaps a wood 2-drawer filing cabinet? http://realsolidoak.com/office.html

Yeah, I'm getting a lot of criticism for my comment. Fair enough. I'm suggesting to tread lightly like the flag would indicate. I couldn't care a less about the marital status. I'm talking new relationship status. You are new roommates. Give it some time to learn when, how and where to compromise. Your original question was what to do with those man cave couches? I suggest a couple of light colored, probably cream or white throws that can be spread across the couch. They will break up the black a bit. When winter comes, they will be good for snuggling. A bright patterned area rug in a coral or a turquoise might work. While I like your brown patterned rug, I like the idea of some cheerful color. Some bright colored ceramic lamps that coordinate with the rug that are larger in size than what is currently in the space will add light and interest to the area. Bring your metal and glass coffee table over. It's very nice. If you have metal and glass side tables, they would be great instead of the heavy wooden ones. If you have some framed art or prints, now is the time to include them. Ask him to compromise on the man furniture and maybe you can get him to remove one of those behemoth recliners. Acquire something smaller, lighter and upholstered for occasional seating. Best of luck to you. It's always an adjustment to move into someone else's space.

As promised, here is the 3D rendition for your consideration. Please note that the colors and style of the furniture is not being presented but the concept and placement of each element as a suggestion only. If you would like to see anything changed in the rendition please let me know. I am happy to do so. Best Wishes, Marcie In it you will find One chocolate brown sectional 3 round side tables 2 chocolate brown swivel chairs One round coffee table One basket for toys One basket for blankets 2 floor lamps One easy chair with a matching ottoman 2 side boards with storage One low TV console IKEA shelves and bookcases One TV 3 counter height stools One area rug White curtains Teal & white Throw pillows One rocking horse for the little one Wall art and 2 mirrors for decor, to add and reflect light into the room. One rectangular over the couch side table next to the L on the sectional 2 table lamps on the side board on the TV wall 2 standing plant stands with plants