Because I am budget conscious, I would measure from floor to mid-way above window. What does that measurement look like? Personally, for purely design considerations, I like them a couple of inches down from the ceiling. I don't see crown molding, so I would come down say 3" from ceiling (that allows for hardware brackets to fit nicely, best if you get hardware first!) and then figure out length. I find HPD website a very difficult site to use, so I would call them. Much easier. I also find their pricing rather high. For a plain drapery panel, I would look for inexpensive panels. They are just going to be "supporting actors" in your room, so no need selling the farm to have drapery that sits to sides. btw, don't get any with polyester if you want to "stack them" tightly to sides. Poly just won't cooperate in the folding/training arena. Get a cotton, or linen. They will press up better and get some nice consistent folds. Drapery is HARD to get just right and if hubby isn't patient, find a good local drapery place and work with them and include installation. Then it will be done right. Money well spent. They have the tools, the equipment (often screws and hardware are not well made and are a bear to install). I use a local woman a client of mine found! Client's are the best! She and her installer are great and very reasonably priced too. They don't have the overhead and advertising that has to be factored into their pricing. Man, I am so long winded these days! Sorry. But this is a tricky deal and there are no easy answers.

you might try amazon for affordable options... saw these pinch pleated ones for around $80 for 52in wide x 84in long..a bit more for 96in length. not sure if youbwill need 2 or 4, depending on width of window. if you need 4, it would be around $320. for pinch pleated to me very affordable. other non pinch pleated options available for cheaper...

saw this on my Instagram feed and thought you might like. @Kate_decorates loves color, you may like to follow her. have you considered by chance using some wallpaper in your room, perhaps on the tv wall? could be fun.

Theresa, I do follow her!!! Love her colorful home! I just can’t figure out how to do it myself🤪. I think I am a bit of a “minimalist”?Having too much stuff seems like clutter to me. My in-laws have been visiting for a a few days, but I’ll get my window measurements posted soon and get back to it

yes, so colorful and fun. just thinking of ways to get to that fun look you have in your inspo pics and I think a wall with a fun wallpaper would bring in that fun. enjoy your time with your in laws.

Just thought i would check in and see how things are going...

Thank you!!! Still waiting for rug...delay after delay...possible arrival on Thursday.

It’s the story on deliveries right now. I am seeing some improvements so fingers crossed for Thursday!

Rug is down!!! Picked up this travertine top table. Curtains were originally meant for guest room but my DH suggested I try them. It’s hard to get a good pic of true color of chairs to show how similar the colors are...chair fabric seems to be very reflective.

Love the size and subtle pattern of rug. The drapery are too distracting for me. Prefer more neutral choice. But room is coming along.

You have been busy.. I really really like the bold curtains with the new rug and coffee table. Like the cute round side table too. It feels like it's moving in that fun bright direction that you like. I would definitely add some fun yellow with pillows and other accessories. Have you considered by chance a fun wallpaper for the wall behind the tv? I saw this zig zag wall paper today and thought of your new pillows you bought.

With pretty little "dots" in upholstery I always wondered if eyelet/ lacy type would be nice. But with rugged style of the consoles, yours is better.

The drapes are fine if you like that much pattern. I like the coffee table. Pull the blue chairs closer to the coffee table. Add a narrow end table to the end of the sofa where you have your blue throw.

Saw your curtains🙂

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Thanks everyone!!! Theresa, I think I’m going to stick with the bold curtains for now and try to bring in other colors and patterns as you suggested. I’m not a fan of accent walls and DH doesn’t like wallpaper.

Flo, the rug is fabulous and I’m so glad I listened to you and Cubby regarding size! I’m still thinking about your suggestion to paint the tv console...

I’m going out to look for lamps, pillows and a tray for coffee table. What size lamp for entryway console? The frame is 36x36
I was thinking one large lamp on left and tall vase or candle sticks on other side? Or is if better to use buffet lamps?

Yes to one large lamp and then even multiple vases of different heights on the right...yellow tall forsythia in one of the vases. Enjoy shopping.

The main thing to watch for lamp is that the shade isn’t deeper than the table. How deep is table?

Flo I think it’s 16” deep but not home to measure.

DH measured for me. It’s 18”

Ok great! Then you can do a lamp with a shade 14-16” wide. I would go toward 14-15”. A stovepipe shape might work best. Target has lamp bases and separate shades that allows you to get just the right size and look.

Something like this. I like a rectangle shape on your buffet/entry console. This is good concept. The marble base speaks to your coffee table and the open base lightens look of console. The lamp can be about 2/3 height above buffet and slightly overlapping art. 🥰 Happy shopping.

Following...

has curvy of art / 13.5", 16"W, and 33.5"H

[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081VR87QJ/ref=sbl_dpx_B072BK5B49_0(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081VR87QJ/ref=sbl_dpx_B072BK5B49_0)

• This lamp requires 1 x 150 watt E26 Incandescent bulb (Not included) ... handpainted finish no two lamps are exactly alike.

A bit of contemporary shaping in this? hammered might be like console?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077PTQFG3/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B077PTQFG3p13NParams&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFGRVVIVjNXVDZEV1MmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAzNzY5NDExS0wyTUxHREdFUTE3JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5NjE3MjczVkFTWUhOREJST1FVJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsMiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

31"H. Drum shade is 19 1/2" wide x 10" high. Base is 11" wide

Shelley, I noticed you 'liked' a soft white look at windows - maybe that for warm months? and current bright too...

Just now I looked way above and saw your green fabric.

Total coincidence that this green lamp showed on my search page - it's only green.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076M5LNQX/ref=syn_sd_onsite_desktop_139?psc=1&uh_it=dbaae63a1ebdd4c4f3f425fa6b29bdef_CT&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyRk5WRFlSTFlOWUJXJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTY2Njg4MU9JVlpVSlhXNlo3NSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODkzMTU4MzJaMjcxQ1oxMjJBNyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNkX29uc2l0ZV9kZXNrdG9wJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

Like? it's not full Victorian s.g. but if you want a bit of old world:

https://www.amazon.com/Tiffany-Floor-Lamp-Dragonfly-WERFACTORY/dp/B076H796X6/ref=psdc_1063294_t1_B078RMS4HT

If appropriate for your use, sheers for warm months? a bit flouncy -- I can look for a bit of Old World some thing...

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1668105/eff-solid-sheer-voile-window-panel-pair-50-x-108.jsp?skuid=94889098&ci_mcc=ci&utm_campaign=EC%20WINDOW&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=bing&CID=shopping20&utm_campaignid=401512644&utm_adgroupid=1241348856453375&gclid=56dbbff468db194ed69fdf634f0fc56e&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=56dbbff468db194ed69fdf634f0fc56e

Their photo shows gold rod like yours. As you know, others sell simpler look, that you tie like a shoe lace..?

https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/madison-park-rosette-floral-cuff-twist-tab-sheer-window-curtain-panel/5188045?keyword=semi+sheer+white+curtains&skuId=65231739

Soft blue option, but with sheen. If dressy is good. Imo, this in navy is too dressed up.

https://www.overstock.com/Lighting-Ceiling-Fans/Tulip-28-Table-Lamp-Set-of-2/30540762/product.html?option=55027958&recalg=966,961,962&recset=f99c6b44-e147-4241-b229-07d50ca1bff9&refccid=WUMNWUHNPMCLLECHAMD2F2Y744&recguid=e69db16f-293d-4648-975c-4459437f3969&recidx=2

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Conservative London Blue maybe velvety -

https://www.overstock.com/Lighting-Ceiling-Fans/Sea-Scape-Taupe-30-inch-Table-Lamp/20539528/product.html?option=34044204&recalg=966,961,962,963&recset=0ec5524a-707e-41c3-ae58-dfcee5f425b4&refccid=EMCBWQTSPEUYY2SH4I574HS6PM&recguid=b7481f43-f7ff-4d7f-8002-abadd91fde11&recidx=5

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Another 'sorry' but I only now saw close up of pillow, so i post this -- even DR ?

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https://www.overstock.com/Lighting-Ceiling-Fans/RiverCeramic-Droplet-Lamp-clover-green/19503683/product.html?option=32475314&recalg=966,961,962,963&recset=0ec5524a-707e-41c3-ae58-dfcee5f425b4&refccid=EMCBWQTSPEUYY2SH4I574HS6PM&recguid=b7481f43-f7ff-4d7f-8002-abadd91fde11&recidx=1

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Brown for 'heavy' brown of wood consoles, but with blue too. 34" H

https://www.lampsplus.com/products/mazara-rust-azul-ceramic-table-lamp__4d767.html

https://www.lampsplus.com/products/tahoe-small-rectangular-slate-table-lamp__5y311.html

Rug looks nice, I like the direction you are going. I've never been good mixing patterns. It takes a keen eye. Trust yourself.

Everdebz, you’ve been busy!!! Thank you!!! Cubby, I’m going to try to mix up the colors and patterns. Not so sure I have the eye for what it takes. But, I’m thinking I can always go back to white curtains and add trim if I can’t pull it off.

https://www.overstock.com/Lighting-Ceiling-Fans/Silver-Orchid-27.5-inch-Table-Lamp-w-Crystal-Bling-Shade/30695414/product.html?option=55295931&recalg=966%2C961&recguid=a8c2ab2b-3841-49e3-b6ab-796fdb76025c&recidx=0&recset=2324c31d-10d7-4a7e-b66e-3d9ccc7998eb&refccid=JWHIUM2C6VXY372BGCIPSHXQIU

To keep eyes moving from blue.. onto blue, here's dull navy with charger and pullout --

https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Solid-Wood-Charging-Chairside-Table-by-Heartwood-Crossing/28736603/product.html?option=50800723&recalg=966%2C961&recguid=7d2ce7c0-4c3c-4c07-84a9-f52593b2209c&recidx=1&recset=0ebc2091-a43f-486f-81ad-1799d1bd0c7f&refccid=5ZBPYHWV4CDZ642D4WOD73WOPY

12 wide x 22 deep x 24 high

Should I delete some?

Everdebz, no need to delete!! I’m still absorbing all the input and I’m slowly getting a vision!!

I like to play on materials in spaces for balance. With hard surface of coffee table and other accessories, I think a sculptural lamp with presence would be perfect on your end table. Not sure of table measurements but I like this lamp. On sale for $133

Opps

Little mock up. Imagine table at end of sofa.

Flo, thanks!!! I like that lamp!!! Please advise on coffee table accessories. Coffee table measurements are 30”x50” . I was thinking of a large tray, colorful books, ??? Something to add interest.

I like to divide a coffee table into 4 quadrants. Use a combination of interesting books, objects, sculptural elements and floral item or plant. I will find some inspirational photos. You have a large surface so let’s have some fun!!

Here are some tables with similar shapes.

Notice the principles working. You can keep flowers or plants low enough to see your TV as well. You can do one tray with flower arrangement, perhaps on stack of books. Etc.

I hope you still are wanting to lean into some fun pops of color in accessories. With the strong pattern and color in the drapes and your desire for bright color, I think bright color in accessories is needed. I continue to be on the yellow train... have you purchased any accessories yet or are you still in the looking phase?

Theresa I am still looking to add pops of color!!! I haven’t purchased any accessories yet. I keep going back and forth with curtains ... most days I like them but occasionally I think I should go with white and add a bright trim 🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️. I like the tray and all yellow you’ve shown!!!

Hi shelley, thought I would see how things are going, its been a while?