Need an alternative to white couch for coastal home
rach916
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Comments (39)Thanks for the rearrangement but unfortunately that doesn’t work. I already mentioned in the initial post to ignore the kitchen layout; I’m good with that and that’s already changed a bit. I don’t want a dining space, it’s just a waste for me. I actually took it out of the initial plan. The screen porch needs to be at the back of the house due to the size/shape of the side lot - putting it there gives me that awkward extra space behind the porch. I also had windows that opened into the screened porch so that I could prep drinks/snacks there and have that as a pass through, which I loved. It’s more important to me that the windows in the kitchen look into the side yard; like I said the view out back isn’t an awesome view it doesn’t need to be a focal point. I also had a small cabinet section by the fridge/pantry for a coffee station. I also lost a ton of storage and counter space And having the fridge as the focal point when you enter the room is just not flattering - I liked it better as glass sliders on that wall. I don’t want windows on the other wall of Bedroom 2 because that will be my office and I want flexibility on whether I center the desk in the room or do something along that wall - plus the windows would cause too much glare in the background for zoom meetings. The other bedroom could probably use another window though. I prefer the master closet at the back of the bathroom - I’ve had it both ways and I don’t like if a guest needs to use my bathroom they have to go through my closet nor do I want a hallway and then more doors that enter into the closets. I do agree about extending the house (as I mentioned in the original post) so my question about that was how to estimate the cost of that....See MoreHelp please--What color/s would you choose for our coastal home?
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Maureen
2 years agolast modified: 2 years agoBirch Lane has slipcovered couches which may be a good way to go. They offer different fabric choices, including Sumbrella. A light denim look could work well for coastal and I’m sure they have consultants who can provide durability advice and believe they provide samples.
Occasional chairs could have a pattern (stripes for instance) for a casual look. Room below would look great with a blue slipcovered couch.
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2 years agoI think light gray can achieve a similar crisp clean effect but not be as susceptible to stains as white
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