Small NYC apartment - Need Decor Help
So I’m thinking I want to add a painting over the wall of my desk, but I’m not sure what kind. I want something that isn’t too over the top, but gives off a luxury vibe. Confusing, I know. I like hints of gold.
Also, I need help deciding what to do with my living room, I want to get rid of this old Buddha, need couch pillows and I also need help deciding on a rug. I want to make the apartment warm and inviting.
Please help!
Thanks!
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4 years agoeverdebz
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoI often re-read initial post by OP - I notice now that you won't keep Buddha... [you still like bit of gold, got that]....
You could do well with a mostly neutral rug, and keep adding art: sofa, over small desk, etc... here's just one, 40 x 60"
Indian Decorative Red Patchwork Tapestry Wall Hanging · More Infoeverdebz
4 years agoOver desk for this type? she might vibe with brick, old-style that she is....etc...
Sissi French Wall Tapestry, 28"x21" · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/sissi-french-wall-tapestry-28x21-prvw-vr~65377248
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4 years agoEsp. if kitchen is nearby -
Redoute Pomegranate European Wall Tapestry, 28"x50" · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/redoute-pomegranate-european-wall-tapestry-28x50-prvw-vr~65379257
everdebz
4 years agoOr a simple pretty design [check Home Goods of course] -- maybe with solids in other color -
Peacock Crackle-glazed Rectangular Platter, Grey · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/peacock-crackle-glazed-rectangular-platter-grey-prvw-vr~123349240
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4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoLike area with cool paint and gold chair - repeat that, with items that are simple.
Annieglass Roman Antique Large Oval Platter, Gold · More Info
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4 years ago.... just reminds me of your counter, etc....
Skah 3-Pece Nested Ceramic Dish Set · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/skah-3-pece-nested-ceramic-dish-set-prvw-vr~34817454
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4 years agoeverdebz
4 years agoMight be good in person -
Eclipse Multicolor Area Rug, 6.7'x9.6' · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/eclipse-multicolor-area-rug-67x96-prvw-vr~142467027
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4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoSmall space with several elements, I'd probably prefer an organic look, also to let the brick and counter have the attention more so - can have shine of gold too...
Dark Gray/Gray Marble 2 Area Pillow, Gold Line 12"x20", No Insert, Cover Only · More Info
Nourison Rustic Textures 5'3" x 7'3" Beige/Grey Modern Indoor Area Rug · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/rustic-textures-area-rug-beige-gray-53x73-prvw-vr~125203411
everdebz
4 years agoIn case you like this look ---
Black Beige Multi Color Faux Fur Pillow, 14"x20", Polyester · More Info
Safavieh Abstract Collection ABT141 Rug, Grey/Black, 6'x9' · More Infohttps://www.houzz.com/products/caleb-hand-tufted-rug-gray-black-6x9-prvw-vr~69906666
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