Help with decorating built in niches
M S
5 years ago
We moved into a home that already had these built ins in the living room. I have struggled with how to decorate them. What would you put in the two large niches? My color scheme is neutral and I woukd like to keep it that way. Thanks!
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5 years agoM S
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Comments (3)I'm not a fan of TV's over fireplaces. I would close up the niches if you could and then use a console with the TV above it. Since you already have limited wall space with all the windows having the niches is just overkill....See MoreTV built in niche decor dilemma
Comments (5)I could go with more subdued furniture and some blue accents. It had to be functional and able to be lived in because it's going to be hubby, me and 3 spoiled yorkies....See MoreDining room help! Corner built-in decor
Comments (11)Lovely space. I'd fill those cabs sparsely, just because I don't like my good china on display in the dining room. So for me, a few books stacked flat, small sculpture, a beautiful bowl, a painting that no one needs to look at much (or closely), some vases might lurk behind the glass. One fabulous tureen that never gets used....umm,guess you can tell I'm typing and looking at my corner cabs at the same time! Some one else might feature a prized collection of most anything. Legos to monsters. I recall a picture where someone featured her handbags. Basically,all the ideas you might put on open shelves will work here,too. As would papering or painting the backs of the cabs. Guess the point is to keep it authentically YOU. And as others have mentioned,no need to rush. Also: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/photo-flip-85-window-seats-for-whiling-away-the-day-stsetivw-vs~61150399...See MoreHelp decorating niches
Comments (8)I actually think as good as displaying above tv, below it on the console could detract from tv... seems a good fill-in. One item and not a few I think. Here's natural item to blend in with wall paint... ? https://www.houzz.com/products/country-french-rustic-round-terracotta-planter-l-prvw-vr~135827400...See Morehoussaon
5 years agoLooks like there used to be a collection above the cabinets with all that light; seems unnecessary.
Could you have cabinet doors made to match? Then you could use it for storage.
Other wise is there some art work you could put there? Framed maps or photography? I would paint the wall black or put a black and white print wallpaper in the space.
pricklypearcactus
5 years ago
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