Mixing light and dark sofa in the living room?
pavitra_iyer
6 years ago
My husband and I really want to go for a lighter (beige?cream?) three seater on the left side of this room (the single chair there is temporary). We are also considering getting a round glass center table.
Would the mixing of two different coloured sofas work in this space?? So confused!
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pavitra_iyer
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoHi Ingrid,
The rug had to be pushed up towards the fireplace to leave ~3 ft of walk space coming from the foyer into the kitchen. I adore the rug and my husband is very fond of the grey chairs (by the large window). So... I'm now struggling to figure out a three seater and center table that would pull the space and give it a more cohesive look. I was thinking of something with clean lines as I agree with your comment regarding this room needing a more "restful look". Something like this:
I'll try to get pictures of the room from a different angle posted as well..
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