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Comments (7)SInce you donÂt have a lot of entry space, I would use the wall that you see when you walk in (not the wall where the floor vent is) as part of the entry space, and find a nice demilune table, something pretty open so that it doesnÂt interfere with the air flow from the vent. Hang a mirror above it and add a nice tray or open bowl to hold keys, cell phones, etc. Add a lamp on the right side of the table so that it isnÂt dark in that corner, and perhaps a basket if there is a shelf underneath that can hold mail, etc. I would add a runner to the entry space to help define it. The wall by the entry would be a great spot for a photo/art gallery grouping that you could add to over time. It wonÂt be in the way of people coming in the door, but will make the wall look finished. I have to ask, tho, about the rest of the space. I donÂt see any lamps, and only the one end table. What are your plans for those things? I know nothing about audio, but are those surround-sound speakers behind the sectional? How do those affect people sitting in those seats, especially if they are taller and want to lean back as they sit? Is there a reason you donÂt have those speakers hung on the walls and distributed around the room more? Another question - can your sectional be reversed, so that the chaise is on the side opposite where it is now? The reason I ask is because I would like to see the sectional moved away from the windows. If there is room, I would love to sit it put so that the back of the sectional is to the entry area, but on the right side of the room (by the kitchen entry). Low bookcases or cabinets behind to hold stuff and also to place that great lamp that is now standing in the corner on the floor. If the chaise could be reversed, that would put it against that wall, so that the rest of the seating would feel open when you entered the room from the front door. Add a few more colorful pillows to the sectional for fun. Think about a rug for the seating area, perhaps something with a light background, the wall color, and an accent color in the pattern. You would then move the TV to the wall where the storage shelving is now, to the right of the window. One tall speaker in each of the corners of that wall. That could also allow you to place another chair by the front window, with another lamp and table to spread light around the room. Take the canvas on the entry wall and hang that on the wall where the chaise would be if you can reverse it and move the couch. Love your beautiful floors and wall color, and all the things you have in the space. I think moving things around might give you a more spacious feel to the room, not block and crowd the windows, and also help reduce the light reflection on the tv screen....See MoreI need decorating ideas for my living room.
Comments (55)Thank you all so so much for all of the helpful advice! I think I have an idea of what colors and layout I’m going to go with. After going back and forth with my husband and moving furniture around for days, I think we’ve decided to keep the original layout, but we tweeked it a bit. I’ve ordered 132 inch White draped with black rod for windows. A black and white floor lamp, and a large black and white canvas for the large wall. I know it may seem colorless, but I figure I can always change out pillows . I still think I can add some subtle natural wood elements here and there. Everything should be here in the next few weeks so I’ll post what I have at that point. I may need a few more ideas! Also, look out for a post soon on exterior paint color ideas. Thank you all again for your input!...See Morelooking for living room design ideas
Comments (6)You have a beautiful room with lots of potential. Depending on your budget, if possible to remove the carpet and replace with a nice wide plank wood floor. You have the option to paint the beams to match an accent colour (grey or taupe would be nice) or leave them white. Your fireplace surround looks a little odd so I would build a new mantle (see below). Cannot suggest any furniture layout without a floor plan with dimensions....See MoreDecor ideas for living room make over
Comments (77)I like the plain dark ones but not the square ones so much. The tone of blue isn't looking quite right. It's hard to know until you see it in place!...See MoreGcubed
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