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My living room looks boring help

6 years ago

I love brown and these laid back neutrals however I realise that my living room looks too dull.Please my I have ideas.I am a less is more kinda person

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groveraxle

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

I'd start by getting rid of the stark white walls. Go to an off white at least.

Rule of thumb for curtains: if you're going to close them, they need to be 2 1/2 - 3 times the width of the window. Get some bolder ones and hang them as high as you can.

Get some wood in here. And some black.

Don't line your pillows up like soldiers. They're called throw pillows for a reason. Throw them. You might also look for something with more texture and pattern like these Moroccan wedding blanket pillows.

Add some living things. Succulents are easy to care for. The dog not so much, but he goes with the color palette.

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partim
6 years ago
Can we see the other 3 walls/openings?
erinsean
6 years ago
Find some colorful art for over the couch and use color from that for something for your pretty coffee table. I would like to see what is across from the couch...TV...entertainment center...fireplace?
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Center the sofa on the far wall (where the TV currently is) and put the end tables on each side. Get matching table lamps (26"-30" tall) for the end tables. You can put a larger piece of art over the sofa. This will address the immediate focal point as you enter this room. Keep the loveseat where it currently is, centered on the wall between the windows (if there's enough room when you move the sofa). Place the coffee table in front of it. If you need to scooch it down a bit that's fine, but I generally like to try centering off of architectural features first. You're looking at an arrangement something like this: You can then purchase a TV cabinet/console that will go on the wall opposite the loveseat. There might then be enough room to get a pretty side chair to angle in to the seating area. With this arrangement, you address conversation needs and also TV viewing. I wouldn't do an accent wall. Just keep all of your paint light and neutral. The carpet you have is pretty ... if you like it keep it. It looks as if you've already pulled some colors from it for your throw pillows. I would remove your valances, you don't need them with your fabric shades. Pretty furniture and a nice start to your room!
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Wall art and a staged coffee table are the only things you need. I like your uncluttered space. I like your rug, your drapes, floor plant, couch, pillows, wall shelves..... Browns, cream and relaxing blues- How much vibrancy do you want in this space? Bold or serene? Wall art is personal and very difficult to suggest for another. You could DIY an abstract or enlarge 2 related photos and hang side by side over the couch. Frame them with blue.mat board. A larger painting like this one is an easy DIY- acrylic, which is easy to paint over should you want to add different colors to your room. Give your art a frame by using wood trim ,to the sides of the canvas :https://www.homedepot.com/p/Alexandria-Moulding-WM-267-1-4-in-x-1-3-8-in-x-96-in-Pine-Lattice-Moulding-0W267-20096C/205917028?mtc=Shopping-B-F_D30-G-D30-30_20_MOULDINGS-Generic-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA-&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D30-G-D30-30_20_MOULDINGS-Generic-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA--71700000032209454-58700003833955726-92700049583831712&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIisfy5PzH6AIVmK_sCh3UPwoOEAQYDCABEgInOfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds You could go bold color, but high contrast color may make your space feel smaller Here is a series of same motif pics in same color palette... Display two rows of pics over your couch. They will invite conversation by guests as they reflect you
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Sina Sadeddin Architectural Design
6 years ago
Two main issues in this room

1- Everything is about the same color. Everything just like of blends together

2- There is no warmth in the room

So start introducing some contrast. The carpet and sofa are about the same color, so look for a rug that is either darker or lighter than them. It doesn't even have to be color if you prefer neutrals.

Then introduce some natural elements like leather, whicker, and wood in a natural stain (some plants too) for warmth.
K Laurence
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Color and a little texture & / or pattern would be nice. & perhaps a live plant (s).
tqtqtbw
6 years ago
Are you able to paint the walls? Do you have any art? What other colors do you like?

Add some inspiration photos to give us an idea of what feel you are seeking.

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loves to decorate
6 years ago
If you want to stick with your neutral palette, then I really feel you need to add more texture, pattern and contrast. I would do this with an area rug, new drapes and some new throw pillows. Art is always a good idea, maybe one or two decorative accessories (no need to go overboard) and a plant would (literally) add some life to the room. Good luck!
havingfun
6 years ago
neutral rooms are usually done that way so the eye will rest on all the wonderful artwork. people who do it cause it looks cool, all begin wondering like you. if you do not wish to invest in art then you need to invest in color somewhere. One thing i think is very fun, is to change your soft things out for every season a neutral support is perfect for this. you can even change out styles and colors as they come along.
weathy
6 years ago
Groveraxle, awesome. Neutral done right, easy peasy adjustments like a To Do list for Audrey. Except dog. Lol.
Rina
6 years ago
Well, there's only ever been one Grover dog, but adding a dog to a room is always a good idea.
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Angela Todd Studios | Portland, OR
6 years ago
Here are a few ways in which we have used neutrals in designs of ours. Note the window treatments, rugs, pillows, artwork, and chairs in the below designs.
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njmomma
6 years ago
Not a Pro.

You said you love brown with your neutrals. Bring the brown in, by using them in your tables.

Here is some inspiration.

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shirlpp
6 years ago
Can you break apart that sectional and move the part closest to the door to another part of the room. It is so tight right there.
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Beth H. :
6 years ago

bring in a rug,,,hide rug, jute, something.

art, plants, accessories.
audrey mbele
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank y'all ,Loved the feedback.I will be incorporating these ideas and yes will consider dog :)...Will post pics soon
JV
5 years ago
Blue and brown is very classic but don’t forget about pink! It truly brings energy to a room.
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