I wanted to briefly come back to this and say thanks again for the thoughts & suggestions you all provided. In the end, I finally ordered the Pakhet rug from JC Penney. I really, really fell in love with it & it was the one I kept going back to... so I finally reasoned myself into ordering it... as in, it could be used in the bedroom if I don't like it in the dining room, etc., etc. Anyway.... it's in place and I love it more than ever. It's a big larger then I envisioned but I don't think that's a problem, I like how it looks. And so far (yippee) the dogs haven't been a problem - I realize now how littel time they spend in the dining room. The living room rug takes MUCH more abuse from them, which is good to keep in mind for future purchases. So thanks again, I'm very happy with the whole experience. This was my first order from JC Penney (I'm in Canada and no JC Penney here), and because I was able to find an online coupon code I got an excellent deal. It's all good. :) The problem now is that I also really, really love the rug Les posted and am trying to figure out where I can use that one..... ;)

In case anyone who gave me any previous advice happens to see this, I just wanted to say thank you again! I haven’t posted follow up pictures (but I will)- just wanted to find the right rugs and get everything done first. I work full time so have been finishing the look in my spare time... and absolutely love it. I did end up painting the window casings back to white (but leaving the doors black) and between that and the new layout, the whole area feels so much bigger and brighter and happier. Posting on here was a very positive and productive experience, and I hope if (okay- when) I post again about some of my other rooms, you’ll jump in to give me some awesome ideas!

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Needing suggestions for area rug for living area in open concept. Couch is beige , brown leather recliner and side chair with patterned material...colors are gold, green, teal and beige.. I tend to stay in neutral colors but would like to step outside box. Any ideas appreciated!