Fireplace with windows on each side- what would you do in the space?
mrswaves
5 years ago
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Comments (112)First of all...ignore the rectangular mirror that is not hung at the right height (just seeing what I think about the color of the frame on the wall). Here is the swivel chair and ottoman. This chair is SUPER comfy and I like that it has a lower back. A chair like this could work with a smaller ottoman. Never mind the color, but I do kind of like this set up. Now, I hope to find one in a different color, a different ottoman, and different rug, and a round mirror, lol. jimandanne, you got it right when you mention that closing off one of the doorways will effect the family room as well as the kitchen. Besides, we just remodeled our kitchen last year and I am not looking to do anymore construction to the room right now. Plus I like that it is more open to the family room with both doorways. I'm in agreement that I would like to find a smaller round rug (maybe 6' instead of the 8' one that is there). Room dimensions: doorways next to fireplace are each 36" and fireplace is 5'. From desk to doorwall is 18'6" and from island to fireplace is 12'3". And yes, it is a two sided fireplace. binkerman, I'm not sure what you mean when you said you see a floor protector? I'm thinking you see some of the rugs I was trying rolled up over by the table/chairs. jlc, I really like the poufs! That is a possibility and I will have my eyes open for those. yayagal, what do you think with the darker chair? k9arlene, I like the bench and ottoman, those could look good with no chairs. steph2000, I like that big square ottoman thing that I posted a pic of too, but I have never seen one in person anywhere. Thanks everyone!!...See MoreIf you had this space what would you do?
Comments (4)keep it open. L shape kitchen,,,, Fridge on 8 foot wall with side panels so side of appliance not on view. Range and hood in 5.5 foot section on back wall. single sink under 45 in window on right in a 27 or 30 in sink base cab. Run cabs all along back wall but beyond range and hood on left side...into corner....taper them back to 12 in deep for setting out food/coffee/etc. then get a pedastal table opposite stairs on that long left side of room..maybe drop leaf. Furniture choices and placement will be the way to make fun enjoyable living space . dont close in .....simplify kitchen.... dont think island is your best bet...... One single eating venue with flexibility. What is there now? Good upholstered furniture..the correct pedestal table are investments that will last and make the living end work. Plan the kitchen as initial rush to gut is never wise . You'll want to embellish that bit with stove and hood with tile/maybe glass fronted cabs either side/good counters/maybe more upgrades to assist in your aesthetic for Open format....See MoreI would love ideas on how to style the walls on each side of fireplace
Comments (3)I love your roman shades and the panels would be completely unnecessary. It would just add another layer of texture/softness/interest to that wall. If you did do something like that, extending the rod further toward the side walls would balance the windows by taking up some of the extra wallspace on the sides of the window. However, leaving just the shades would be just fine. I just feel you don't need anything else on the walls on the sides of the windows. I could see 2 matching poufs or benches (maybe caramel leather) under each window as a nice filler that would add seating or foot rests....See More**Added mockups** What type of window treatments would you do?
Comments (31)I agree pattern is probably not the way to go with such tall narrow panels. A cream that goes with the rock could be pretty; possibly a gray. I suspect it would be tough to find a light blue that would go with the rock plus whatever else you want to use in the room. I find the varied height of the shades you mocked up distracting, and it looks like you'd have to do the lower height in the adjacent room as well. If you're set on having shades, maybe you can get a mock up of them all across at the level above the cornice. And the lower rod to correspond. If they're well lined it might not be obvious that the window on the far left actually has blank wall behind it. Good luck with your move!...See MoreSammie J
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