Decor above Sofa in Small Space
Shauna K.
3 years ago
I need some help from a designer for this small space in our condo. It’s open to the kitchen and dining room and features a pull out sofa. There is a very large picture to the outside of the room and I need something that will really complement the space and make a WOW impact without competing with the art piece.
I don’t know if it should be a piece or art, or mirrors or something else. I’m willing to make a purchase who can send me something I like. Thanks in advance. .
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jmm1837
3 years ago
PROMadden, Slick & Bontempo, Inc
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoI would do a very large mirror. It would brighten up the space, make it look bigger and pick up on some of the other reflective surfaces. Love the tables :)
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Comments (12)Download an old map or print from a place that has meaning to you . (I used place where DH and I met.) Then print it out as an engineer print at Staples for a few dollars. Mount on particle board. You can also cut in pieces and decoupage a la RH. Hang. More DIY examples and instructions below. https://search.yahoo.com/yhs/search?p=restoration+hardware+diy+map&ei=UTF-8&hspart=mozilla&hsimp=yhs-003...See MoreHow to decorate the space behind the couch in a small living-room ?
Comments (12)This is a larger view. I agree that the drum light calls for a table, although the drum can go. I thought maybe the buffet can be on the left wall ? That furniture looks neat on a white wall. And put an armchair on the right corner like the picture of Nosoccermom. But what in between ? This is the other side, the dining-room. I thought maybe the white furniture can go to the other side as I find it too bulky right here....See MoreSmall space decorating dilemma.
Comments (56)I like what judrand05 said. I'll add one caveat to the Philips Hue lights, the bulbs only go up to 800 Lumens. For larger rooms, 1000+ Lumens is better if you use fewer bulbs. Also, a ceiling light would typically create more light. I'd still try them, they are easy to return if they don't work for you. When my Uncle re-did their whole kitchen area they installed rows of high-intensity white LED lights on the ceiling. As a result, their house is as bright as day during the night. My aunt claims it helps her read at night as her eyesight is not as good. Been jealous of that light setup ever since :). Most apartments/houses I've seen are underlit....See MoreHelping with wall decor above sofa.
Comments (7)KW's suggestion of a mockup is a *very* good one! While eye at mid-art is a good general rule, exceptions can be made. For example - I have some art at eye-level while I'm sitting on the sofa, or on the toilet. Some art can be hung high to cover a large wall, etc. It's just a rule of thumb. For *most* of the art around *my* house, the art is eye-level to ME, at 5'3". My occasional tall guests might be looking at art slightly above the mid-point, but it's my house and I'm the one looking at the art the most. Hang the art at different heights and judge what *looks* best. Generally, over a sofa, you want the art to connect with the sofa - not so much with the ceiling above....See MoreShauna K.
3 years agomercurygirl
3 years agoShauna K.
3 years agoWhat do you think of doing a mirror like this or even 3 of them in the space if I can fit?
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