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Please remove the chair pads.

Thank you!!!

Yeah, I would love to replace that picture with something much nicer that goes with the color scheme i want for my dining room.

I LOVE the mini vase with the gold branch and feathers in it, the center piece i got going on in the center of the table- though i would prefer balls that match the initial core color scheme i want for my dining room-, also the gold plates/bowls with the paper spike like balls on top, the pineapple, the shell, the "thankful" sign that goes into my kitchen, the big chair that's on the one side of the dining table, and the gold rubber band like balls.

Remove these things and then you can start from scratch. Can we ask why you don’t have a chandelier? I posted this on your other thread. It would be nice to see a bit of color!

If you want to change the fabric on your chair cushions it’s easy enough. They unscrew from underneath; buy new fabric in that purple color and invest in a staple gun.

Well actually as far as the chair pads go, funny story- See I used to have a actual table for my family to eat at and those pads used to be in the chairs for that table. But then years ago I got rid of that table and then I just kept the pads and placed them in those seats, even though they don’t go with the color scheme at all. But they’re only there because that’s where my family predominantly eats at now and I’ve had those chairs for years and the pads just provide better cushioning. But, I do love your idea about changing the fabric. I was thinking about replacing the pads with gold or cream colored ones. Or doing those colors with a new fabric for the chairs.

Just my thoughts.... The wall color bothers me, it distracts and to me becomes the focal point then my eyes goes to the valance and then to all the "stuff". It appears that all of the bowls, vases, feathers, wall hangings, etc. were just put there to take up space. Clear the room of everything but the table chairs and love seat. I would choose a new fabric for seat covers in a color you love and that compliments the beautiful love seat (remove the pillows) and find art that compliments the love seat and new fabric on chairs then pick a new wall color (preferably lighter than what you have). Top it off with a beautiful new light over the table. I would not leave the big scroll work chairs in the room. Leave room for people to comfortably move around without guest bumping into something or each other. If you need extra seating when the table is expanded for a large group, then bring in the big chairs but don't leave them there all the time. After the new light is hung don't place anything on the table but a beautiful center piece that plays well with your new color in art, chair fabric and love seat. Take your time and remember the let the room breath and be the star it is meant to be.

Yea, not in love with the wall color myself.

Well, keep the stuff you love, just be open to a little bit of change...take out the stuff you don't like...today.

Are you open to painting? I see it's very open, but paint isn't expensive and maybe you can find a color for the whole place that makes it a bit fresher and bit less "Tuscan"

Your ceilings aren't too high and they can stay white...

Maybe show your living room so we can get an idea of color?

Honestly, painting is easy...

You made a great improvement by taking things off— keep at it and remove the chair pads. Since you might be changing the fabric out anyway ita not a big deal and it will look so much better in the mean time.

Also take down the items on the walls.

Look at all the inspiration pictures on your first thread decide where you’d like to go and then reaccess wall color.

If your chairs need more cushioning, just add another layer when you re-cover them. The chair pads are a country casual look that is jarring with your style, even if they were a different color. The "thankful" sign is also very casual.

Because your room is very open on both sides with the cutouts in the wall, I think you need to be fairly sparse with your decor items. Your views through to the other rooms add a level of busy-ness that you wouldn't have if you just had solid walls.

I'd also remove the decor items on the small walls on both sides of the window, and all the decor items sitting on the "window sills" of the pass-throughs.

Don't redecorate, undecorate. I like your stripped-down dining room, much better without all the frou frou. While it's in a simple state, consider just these additions and see how it looks. It won't even take a lot of time. And you'll save a lot of time dusting!

--Lower your painting. The center should be at eye level. Better yet, get a large original art work in a modern style in colors that work with the room.

Keep the window clear of everything but a new pair of straight curtains on the sides in colors pulled from a new large original painting. Plain ivory linen would also be beautiful. Resist the urge to put anything else on the window wall. The window and light is the "decor."

--Add a lighting fixture over the table like the one lynartist showed--elegant and simple. Come to think of it, her mockups are the best "undecorating" suggestions to bring out the best in the room. Try it. If everyone's wrong, bring back some of the "objects."

Thank you all for working with me! I honestly did not know for sure what I wanted to do with my space at first, but now you all have given me some great options.

pennydesign, I love your points on the scroll chairs, the giant vase, the wall art, your advice on keeping the things I really love and being open to change, removing the things I don’t like, and changing the paint color of the room. I really am considering Rex painting my house tbh.

lynartist, I agree with your point on removing the chairpads. Also I agree with your point on the wall color and going with something lighter. Those things I can really consider.

Flo Mac, I love your point on changing the fabric of the seat covers with a color fabric that can fit the overall style and feel of the room. I also love your points on removing those pillows from the love seat, replacing the wall art, painting the room a lighter color, removing most of those things off the table providing a cleaner look, adjusting the center piece to fit with the style of the room I’m going for, getting rid of those scroll chairs but saving them for when I really need them, and your overall focus of just creating more space.

Kris Bruesehoff, I agree with your points on removing the chair pads, changing the chair fabrics, removing the existing art, and removing the floral wall piece on the one side of the room.

partim, I love your points on removing the chair pads, replacing the fabric on the chairs, and removing the little mirror on the one side of the window.

housegal200, I agree with your points on replacing the art with something more vibrant and fitting of the rooms style, and putting curtains on the window.

I love all of your ideas together. As much as I like to put a nice fixture above the table, I can’t because a few years ago I replaced a once existing fixture with recess lights. But that would be something I would have to really think on. But now that we have some great ideas, let’s keep the idea train going.

Now, let’s go in another direction. Let’s say I just wanted to re-do my dining room but with the stuff I already have. What would you all keep and where would it go? And what would you get rid of?

maybe take down all artwork and accessories then take a photo... it will be a blank slate for the designers to show mock ups.

Otherwise my recommendations of some things to remove and what to keep were in your first post.

When you repaint make sure to paint this area too! This is not the ceiling!!!

There, fixed it for you;)!

The one investment I would do here is to add a chandelier; it’s the jewelry in the room that’s missing that you keep going back to ZG to try and replace!

Since you have so many accessories that you like perhaps you can use the chargers and coasters when needed and rotate the rest seasonally... save the poinsettia for Christmas.

lynartist, I will definitely consider painting those parts of the walls as well. Thanks for pointing that out!

If your recessed light is in the center (or even if there are two evenly spaced over the table) they do sell converters. They screw in and then you have the wires to hook up a new light fixture. Just an fyi.

You have a good sense of creating mood. My suggestion would be to remove some of the decorative pieces, one by one, and then see if the space misses them. Less stuff will add to a more peaceful feel to the room, as well as added elegance. You can always rotate items you love in the months to come.

6 light steel, but not a look that goes with romantic delicate fabric of pillows. [I do like those though.] W 27.55" / H 7.8"

https://www.houzz.com/products/star-light-fixture-white-acrylic-cover-gold-prvw-vr~122127188

Almost brown, called dark purple

https://www.houzz.com/products/audrey-8-light-drum-shade-chandelier-chrome-dark-purple-prvw-vr~120633605

hmmmm idk, maybe post some pictures so we can see what you have LMAO :-D

Sorry! I had to! I love all the pics. some posters should take notes hehe

I'm a fan of clean, simple and in your case elegant.

I would suggest eliminating all the accessories, they seem dated to me and heavy, Since the room has a visual of other rooms, I'd would add a chandelier - clean, see through kind of design, no shades. It'll add but not block your view of other areas. I would eliminate the small side table and chairs by the windom, eliminate the valance and rod - add a plantation shutter and a clean, light wood, not too deep accent table there with a couple of tasteful accessories on it and add a centerpiece on the table. I might add an area rug under the table and chairs to warm it up and make it more intimate. I would absolutely paint the walls something lighter but still a warm tone.

pennydesign, thx for your comments on the chandelier! I will actually start to think about that.

Design with Vision, Thx for your compliment! I agree with your point on removing my pieces one by one in order to see if the space really needs it. I also agree with your point on rotating my decor pieces as well. With that I can create different combinations and looks through the months.

everdebz, I LOVE those light fixtures you suggested. I can definitely go back and re-visit those if I decide to really place a light fixture back in my dining room.

Kane Home Cabinetry and Design, I agree with your point on eliminating the accessories that seem “dated” and “heavy”. I also agree with your point on adding a “clean” shade-less chandelier that would add to my dining room but not take away the view of my other rooms. I really like that one. Also, I agree with your point on eliminating the side table and large chairs by the window. But may I ask, what would you suggest I do with the shell with the balls in it that’s on top of the side table? I would still like for that to be in my dining room. Anyway, I also agree with you on getting rid of the valance. I actually have been considering doing that for the last few months. As far as the shutter idea goes, I agree with you 100%, because I’ve been thinking of replacing most of the windows in my home with shutters. I also think a floral centerpiece on the table would look nice as well. As far as the rug idea, I never really thought about that, but with the right color, that may look nice. Thank you for brings not that to my attention. And as for the paint idea, I’ve really been considering that as well. You really did have a lot of great points.

Loving this help a lot! Plz by all means, keep the suggestions coming! You all have great vision and minds.

I don't think the wicker placemats are working with your style -- they're too small for the weight of the furniture, and a bit too casual in feel. Maybe you can find something brown with an ultra-suede material or more refined look.

if you really like rattan, these seem a bit snazzier:

acm, thx for your ideas on the placemats, I love all of your examples, those are some great choices. What if I wanted a more gold-ish color though?

Any more ideas?

I get the impression you like to shop the big box decor stores, but you forgot one important step; when something new comes in, something old must go out. Otherwise, you end up with your cluttered look; not elegant, without focus and jarring because there is too much decor dandruff (especially true of words as decor.) First, totally eliminate any of it that you're not completely in love with; consignment shops will love to see you coming! Second, pick up some sturdy boxes; label them "Cool" and "Warm" and pack away all the items that don't suit the current season you're in where you live. Now you'll have the ability to redecorate twice a year (plus for any holidays you celebrate) and you won't have everything you own on display; hence, it won't look like a consignment decor store. Third, keep it elegant and simple; a piece of art you'd die for, a chandy that's perfect for your style of furniture, and a great centerpiece that doesn't have to be removed for dinner parties (low enough for guests to see each other over and small enough to allow for place settings all around it.) Reno the chair seats in a fabric that picks up a color from the art; your table decor and china should also repeat colors from the art.

I'm not crazy about placemats on the table unless you're about to eat.

Runners are very divisive here...people seem to love or hate them...I like them as they can add elegance and bring the color of the chair seats up to the table. Along with a stunning centerpiece I think they're lovely.

I'm not so sure I have any additional ideas for you until there's some feedback on what you intend to do and what you don't intend to do. You need to decide your first step so we can all build on it.

I’m with Flo. The wall color is a little much for my palate. And it doesn’t scream modern luxurious to me. I think you could swing a bold color but maybe something that is a little richer. SW Cardboard is really rich and classy. I really like the bench for your table but those chairs aren’t doing it for me. Could you get another bench then two complementing end chairs?

I’d also suggest eliminating all of your decorations. Some do seem very dated. It’s ok to have some walls without things on them. Modern is never busy, and if you want to go luxe do it in your furnishings and fabrics. If you want gold accents I would encourage you to change your wall color, it’s going to compete.

Idk if said already: 2 fancy chairs, and so what about just one in the corner? and not even the table.... If table stays, what about a simpler plate there [from other room]?

You do have a good point with that