I think you need a rug to anchor the space so that your chairs aren’t floating. Get something with some color because right now everything is a shade ofmbeigeMaybe put a table between the two chairs

Oops. It posted before I was done. Is one of your end tables sticking out beyond the wall? If so, you don’t have enough room for two tables. Yes, put a lamp on the table nearest the step. I would also add one large, colorful painting above the sofa for some impact and would stay away from the gallery wall look. Pull accent colors from your art and rug and buy some throw pillows and maybe a throw blanket for the sofa.

Putting a lamp on the left side table near the chairs is going to highlight your thermostat and switch plate, so put the lamp on the other side. You can use one of the end tables between the 2 chairs to keep that wall from getting crowded.

That is a great view and I wouldn’t want a lot of art and color competing with it, so I think your instinct to go with natural-material pieces is the right one, and nothing too showy.

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I think a rug is a nice idea, but I would keep it very simple

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Really hard to know what to suggest over the sofa. Staggering a few shelf-ledges up the wall to display photos and small framed art gives you a lot of flexibility to later change things

For your wall I wouldn’t do black or have items this big, but you get the idea

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Or any simple arrangement of photos

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Nce view! I agree with using one table between the pair of chairs. One lamp next to sofa. Large art and large rug. I would also suggest a round table instead of the lovely wicker piece to help soften all the hard lines going on with everything else. Also since there are two ottomans with the chairs. Is there a cabinet along a wall to put another lamp or a pair of lamps? They do not necessarily need to be right next to the seating.

I’ll get floor plan drawing with dimensions posted later today but here is an earlier pic of this space looking back at fireplace. Note that I have put a table between the two swivel glider chairs which we use to both enjoy view and then in evening turn toward the TV over fireplace. (The photo with fireplace was taken before the end tables came in so you are seeing a small white stand at end of couch). We are currently only spending weekends in this lake house but trying to purchase and decorate so that it’s comfortable for entertaining and enjoying now and then when we retire it’ll be ready for us. Know that I’d love to hear any and all suggestions… since on a lake trying to go a little nautical but not over the top. Selected a large compass rug for entry but since there is no foyer thinking I will anchor the two swivel chairs with a rug just not sure of size. Also this striped chair is on order and will go in corner next to built in and since it’ll mostly be used for reading I will pit a floor lamp behind it.

If you have the ENTIRE floor plan? Upload it.

This is the best I can do… it shows the lower level. It does not have the fireplace designated but as you can see from earlier photos posted. The fireplace is on the wall that is shared with the powder room. Thus the only wall available for sofa is the one where we have currently placed the sofa. I would also be open and appreciate suggestions on any aspect of decorating this space rugs, window treatments etc.

We’ll having trouble getting this photo uploaded.

Any suggestions.. every time I try to add a photo the only thing that comes up as an option are the photos that I’ve already posted.. 😟

We’ll maybe this will work 🤞

And auto correct keeps changing “well” to we’ll 😬. Again, thanks in advance for any and all suggestions. We closed on this home 1 month ago. Getting furnishings has been a challenge thanks to low stock or back orders. I have went with to down bottom up window treatments ( cellular shades)throughout but have not tackled 12 foot slider though feel we do need something there as we do have afternoon soon… welcome suggestions on that also.

I would put one lamp on the sofa end table near the steps. Move the other end table over to use between your two chairs. That leaves the sofa side closest to the windows with a clear view outside, and an arrangment that better fits the wall.

For blocking the light I think having pull-shut full length window drapes is a good solution, and I would do panels all the way into the dining area to echo the sweep of the view and unify the whole space I like your choices of natural, organic, muted, so carrying on with that for a fabric choice seems right to me. I don’t know what level of light-blockage you need — whether you just need to break the light or actually block it - so hard to recommend something specific. You also don’t say whether it would be helpful to have thermal protection for winter.

I think calidesign’s suggestion for lamp placement makes sense but I’d still want to tone down the stark white of the switchplates and thermostat if possible. I noticed one of the lamps I suggested to you is sold out, and now that I see more of your other choices I thought to suggest these

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If you are going to use the woven basket ottoman as a coffee table, a pair of these trays set on top of it would be useful and fit in with your overall scheme

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I had the same question for the wall decoration few months ago, I bought a macrame wall hanging here, the result is perfect !

Hmmmm…..

what would you think of moving your compass rug to the entrance of the sliders and framing those windows in treatment that featured navy? Then add spots of navy elsewhere in the room in pillows and throws, lamps, other decorative pieces?

Brutal truth? Unfortunate design. Meant for NO sofa. Can't read dimensions.......and it probably doesn't matter. . It's meant for four chairs....a couple ottomans and not much more.

Hopefully, it will be you and another couple, most of the time. ....: )

Stair wall would be better as two chairs/ottomans......A table with lamp between , a console with lamp over by the window and a couple swivels. Don't shoot the messenger. Shoot the architect or draftsman. Whomever made the living room a "hallway"

I appreciate your input… though will need to keep the sofa and will just make it work with sofa on that wall.

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Had a thought around layout, if interested. Couch facing outside and a console behind (with a lamp). This would create a foyer effect and add a long rectangle rug at door to do the same.

Set up similar to below. Front door where windows are, single chair near fireplace on an angle, and your two chairs facing fireplace, all creating a cozy conversation area.

I belive it‘s important to consider the entire space, especially in an open concept. In that regard, instead of nautical I’d enhance the view, bringing in nature with art choices, baskets, cushions/throws and a natural fibre rug. An antique or two would be fun as well.

Site below has lovely bird watercolors and you could add a few to the wall where the couch is presently, grounding the room as well as creating impact as you enter your home.

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A bench under window as you enter would be practical to place things on as you come in. Then place your single chair on other side of fireplace, as I think it‘s important to give weight to other side if room.

@Maureen How does one plug in a console table lamp in the layout you are suggesting?

Your electrician can install a floor outlet.

There are cordless, battery lamps.

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You also don‘t necessarily have to add a lamp, as you’ll have one between your chairs and could add a floor lamp (for good reading) next to chair near fireplace and looks like you may potlights.

I just noticed the ottomans with the chairs and having these will be more comfortable to watch tv vs couch, so hopefully couch works out in other location. Just move things around to test and you should know immediately.

When the striped chair arrives, angle it in the corner by the bookcase and use a floor lamp at that outlet. You'll have a reading nook and be able to flip on the lamp when you enter the door at night. I would move the TV to the sofa wall hung just above a credenza that is 25% wider than the TV. You might want to wall mount TV on an articulated arm or set it on a swivel so it can be adjusted for best viewing. Add art no wider than the firebox opening above the mantel. Pull the two swivels and hassocks a bit forward from their present location.. Facing the slider view, float the sofa & coffee table behind the swivels. Anchor the two seating areas with nautical feeling rugs that don't necessarily have to match. See if you can place a sofa table behind the sofa and add a battery lamp to serve the two chairs and sofa. You may also have room for a pair of smaller scale chairs at either end of the coffee table on the view side of your double seating area.

Definitely putting stripped chair in the corner by built in as small reading area… still undecided on style of floor lamp as I want to compliment whatever table lamp(s) I go with . Leaning more toward just one table lamp next to sofa. I am getting a lot of good ideas… love the bird watercolors. Also appreciate the link to cordless lamps may be using that to purchase something for covered porch. Thanks again to all for your input and please feel free to offer other suggestions.

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