Thank you all so very much for the great suggestions and kind words! Let me get to work here: plants... Yes, that is a loft. The sofa has an Asian look to it, as does the table beside it. Your ideas are very unique. Thank you! Tracey, the coffered ceiling (actually is in the Great Room) paint color is 2-3 steps up from the wall color - same color family, just deeper. It is Porter Paints, and I can't find the name, but I think it is something with the word Bronze in it. If you go to a Porter Paints store, and get the card with Universal Khaki on it, it will be on that same card, only darker. I'm so sorry about your kitty. That is always hard. The babies will sure be a lot of fun! The blue in the bedroom is my favorite. It is Hatter Gray (Porter). At Garner Appliance, ask for Robert. Very helpful and personable, but you may need to stay on top with follow-up. forboystoo, the Parlor color is Restrained Gold (Porter). pricklypear, yes, the kitchen floor is slate, and that is one of the very BEST choices that I made. We both LOVE it. I do not seem to be able to put my hands on the particulars, but there are lots of different types to choose from in most tile stores. teacats, I do like the idea of a tapestry somewhere. I actually have another very large wall in the hallway/gallery that I think would be perfect, and I like the one you suggested. I had found another 2-3 on art.com before that I liked. I think your idea for a large sunburst mirror over that buffet is an excellent one. We had decided to put a mirror over it for sure anyway, but just had not yet seen the "right" one. I also like your idea of the pottery for the EC. I have several now that I could put up there to get an idea of what kind of size would work well. Thanks for the ideas and nice compliments. :) Shannon, go for it with the tapestry! Thoughts and prayers for your complete recovery. Thank you all very much for your help. This is the first house we've ever built (lived in our "starter home" for 20 years), and the whole thing has been a whirlwind dream for DH and me. Having somewhere to turn with questions throughout has been a Godsend.

I didn't really want to go with a print. I just purchased the Kandinsky painting, hopefully that looks good. I think 48" x 36" should be large enough, and it actually came out decently priced. I can't wait to get it to see how it looks. If it turns out good I will probably fill the opposite side as well, that is hoping my fiance doesn't flip when I am nailing holes into the wall. I am considering nailing some wood planks and nailing some old pots and pans into the wood for a rustic look. Matches my decor well. Here is a link that might be useful: Kandinsky Painting - Composition X

looks like you found the perfect piece, the width and placement from headboard to artwork is perfect. i like the tie-in with the equine statue and the suggestion for propping the lamps up on books is great - maybe find some second-hand books with tan/cream hardcovers and take the covers off so they match your zen theme. if you want more information on the "rules" (which can always be broken) for placing art above your bed check out this article with lots of examples.... Here is a link that might be useful: fill in the blank above your bed

I like both pieces in their new locations and just love the painting over the mantel! The light green pillows look nice with the photo but the smaller chevron one is a bit distracting. Agree with it's being moved down and placing two smaller, similar photos framed similarly on either side of,the dandelion.