I like the first table and if the verticals are staying, why not go with a colorful valance/topper or swag which hangs down the sides a little?

I don't know if you eat in front of the TV but if you do that is the perfect spot for a lift-top coffee table.

GDF Studio Ditmar Natural Brown Lift Top Storage Coffee Table · More Info

Thanks! Indeed I really like the masculine/industrial look of the first table. I like the shape of the second one. However, the first one gives me a solid anchor. Plus I plan on changing the fan light covers and lighting to look for rustic as well to better match such table. I believe I have made up my mind with the table.

I plan on removing the verticals. The only reason I haven't is for privacy reasons. The curtains and rod have only been temporarily presented to see how it would look.

What is weird is that I the curtains colors (white, light gray) I tested is a color on the rug and which generally matches. But it did not look good to the eye because the rug is very close to the curtains. Therefore, it seems like we need a bit of contrast or offset color to not give a big mono tone look and feel - not the cozy feeling I was hoping for.

Real cool rory. The wife and I looked at a similar table. However, this one looks nicer. Yet, it seems like the fact that the table is divided in parts to fold and hold storage may hinder its sturdiness. also, I feel as the hinges wear down, the tops by fold down and be a bit uneven? maybe i'm just being pessimistic. The storage factor is pretty sweet.

But for some reason it doesn't have a 'whoa' factor. I wish it was beefier .

cheers

Also, that is the exact color of my tv dresser and dinning table? Do you think too much of the same color is the way to go..or perhaps something a bit different in color

Definitely get some curtains. Looks like you've got a pretty neutral palette, so there are lots of choices. Do you want to stay muted or have a bit of color?

I'm with ingrid...glass and metal table. I think a rustic wood one would also work but the glass and metal popped into my head as soon as I saw your space.

I'd go with your first table (even though I like the second too)-it will bring more texture in the space. The colors work great-tan, gray-very classy together. A little bit of white you've got, and dark metal on the table will provide more depth to the scene.

If you feel more colors are needed-go for accent curtains/maybe pillows. Gray and green for example. Is there a pattern you prefer? Geometry? Botanical motives? Find the one that has pattern incorporating some of your current colors-and adding one or two.

But if you'd rather stay within your color scheme(and that' my impression. I might be totally wrong)-go for curtains that have different texture. Velvet(if it is not too hot where you are). Details on the curtains themselves that make them more soft/rough/interesting. Maybe tiers, pompoms, subtle embroidery?

I think the more different textures will be in the room-the more interesting it will become. And comfortable too. There is something very comforting about touching different things. As everybody who observed toddlers can attest)) And I don't think we change THAT much, in this aspect.

You can also bring even more metallic accents, besides this table.

What a nice room! It can be hard to bring beige and gray together. I would choose the art you love for your room, maybe a large piece of art over the sofa. Take a look through JC Penney for some ideas for drapes. Great prices, and you can see them in a store nearby to check the colors. I like this simple pattern for your room: http://www.jcpenney.com/studio-trio-grommet-top-curtain-panel/prod.jump?ppId=17c8421&catId=cat100260226&deptId=dept20022800026&&dyncharset=UTF-8&colorizedImg=DP0201201317044763M.TIF&urlState=/window/shop-categories/curtains-drapes/grommet//N-1noxaaZ15q/cat.jump?cm_re=S2--DIM--grommet

Wow! Thanks a million for the feedback! it's priceless. Being that the photo is very underexposed due to lighting conditions(which btw i installed dimmers on the fan). thanks again.

torreykm: color vs muted..if we go with color i would like to compliment the rug since its so close and muted; it's probably our safer choice. But we are open to suggestions. I like the curtains below. However, for some reason the white looked a bit plain when I installed mine. Yet, the whites you showed me here do have some nice patterns/designs. Where can I look into buying the curtain below? I really like this one.

ingrid_vc so/always1: At first i thought about the same thing; round, glass and metal to make the room look bigger/small rug issue. But then I think about how delicate a glass table can be and how it sort of takes away from the cozy. But I suppose I can have it all with a small space :)

aprilneverends: I am aboard with the "texture in the space", "more texture more interesting" and embrace your valid toddler analogy. My only issue is the size and perhaps it can dwarf the living room space. But my gut feeling says that the table is so nice that it won't matter. With respect to staying with the color scheme, I can always entertain the accent suggestions. Yet, we will prefer nothing flamboyant; yes we do have botanical motives. Perhaps behind/around the wicker basket area. One thing I forgot to mention is that the windows behind the verticals is a sliding door. So we would like to keep it not to busy in case I need to access my BBQ on the porch :)

voila: Thanks for the comment. I promise to post a correctly exposed picture soon( as well as the end result). My wife has travels the world and has beautiful photography which we plan to mount on a large canvas to put behind the sofa. I will try to also include a panoramic view of the living space which included the dinning area where we have a nice florida/coastal style painting. lastly, thanks the curtains in JCpenny look very nice and matches our colors. I was thinking about a turquoise color as well.

I will be making a stop today to look at curtains in persons as well as possibly buying the first coffee table on here by the end of the day if I don't come across any others. Keep the feedback coming.

Cheers

Rob

I like the last curtains you posted. Then get some pillows in colors pulled from the curtain.

well noted.

i also like the gray curtains with white spots previously posted.

so many choices now. Thanks again. Coffee table is on its way.

Here's the link for the curtains you like..I googled the image

http://www.wayfair.com/Millennial-Rick-Room-Darkening-Curtain-Panel-SUNZ1021.html

Love the coffee table at the top, and was looking at it for myself. Ashley Furniture has a larger version, and the wood is beautiful. Fave curtains the gray with white spots. Would pick up some pillows and a throw to tie it together - also a lamp with gray shade or in gray/cream family. Have fun, and your wife is one lucky woman.....my hubby would never be this involved!

here's the spotted one..they have three colorways

http://www.target.com/p/monroe-embroidered-window-curtain-panel/-/A-24000553

(My husband is very involved-that's why if it purely decorative decision under a certain price-I buy all the curtains, pillows, throws, etc. myself. Or else I'd still have an empty house...)))

Furniture and art-we usually decide together. Unless it's my gift to him, like small artwork..

The curtains are on grommets-very good if a sliding door involved..the spots are actually leaves, I love it. I must say that two other colorways-the beige and the blue-speak more to me, in the context of your room.

You guys are awesome.

Well noted on the lamp suggestion.

As for my involvement. Well, it's almost therapeutic. for some reason most men don't get this involved. Her and I usually figure it out together. Yet, we came across a road block and here we are :)

I google the image of the gray ones. turns out they are in bedbath as well..the wife is on her way there to check them out since they didn't have them in my local target.

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/1/1/381869-madison-park-ketsia-84-inch-window-curtain-panel-charcoal.html

Now wondering if after all we will be able to stick an accent chair in between. But that is after we put up art/photography and curtains.

Hopefully by today/tomorrow I will have the better picture. I'm currently dealing with an electrical issue that is taking up my time.

Rob

I think I pulled all of the curtain pics from Target. I also love that oval coffee table:-)