Yes, I think they would. 😉

@Beth, wow…thanks for taking the time to provide such detailed and great suggestions. I’ve been worried about doing too crazy with the pillows as that chair I got is soo busy. But I love the suggestions you threw out and I like the idea of experimenting and will definitely post some pics to have folks weigh in once I get them. For now I’ll post an updated picture of the room. It still contains the old carpet and curtains that precious went with my old black leather sofas. Those will all be going….

Updated Pics of Room as requested:

Do you like something like this?

stayed w/your blue/white/gray. gave you the owl art work for over the sofa. It would look better if you had it framed in a walnut wood, same as the plant stand. you need a taller plant. and the wood stand gives your room a bit of warmth.

the overdyed blue/gray rug is paired w/the two ceramic white stools for coffee table. the pillows are neutrals in grays/white/soft blues, with a lot of texture. the rattan pendant light over one of the tables also gives some warmth.

you could also opt for some abstract art w/those same tones. the floor lamp and table are nice too.

I don't think the black tables go, unless you decide to bring some black into the room. maybe a black accent wall, a black ottoman, a blue/black rug, ??

if you did this black sisal rug and a lighter wood or a white coffee table, then your black side tables would have a compliment.

gray/black pillows.

your blue chair would be your pop of color accent. bring in art w/blue. maybe a blue pot for the plants. a soft blue/gray console table. Make sense?

remember, you can mix prints w/the pillows as long as those prints are in the same tonal range or complimentary range as the other element. (your chair).

for example :

Look at this one. The pillows are completely diff, yet they work w/each other, the sofa and the patterned rug. why? same tones and coordinating colors. the greens in the background are a beautiful compliment to the pink/blue/and gray.

if you like more of an eclectic look,,,,

this is a lot of pattern/textures, but they all work w/one another.

or look at these next two photos. you have texture, patterns, sizes/shapes and colors. Look at how they all work:

if you like the orange, maybe this terra cotta would work better, along w/the textured pillow choices.

This would be very nice w/your gray sofa. aren't the warm elements so nice w/the neutrals? and notice the plants.

However, the blue chair really doesn't work w/this combo

ah, ok. you didn't mention the reddish wood floor!

first thing,,,,that tv is hung way too high. from floor to the center of the tv should be about 5'. floor to MIDDLE. the smaller the tv, the lower it should be.

As a rule, a 42” television should be mounted about 56 inches from floor to TV center, a 55” TV should be around 61 inches, a 65” TV should be around 65 inches' floor to center, and a 70” television should be mounted about 67 inches to the center of the screen.

Ditto your artwork over the sofa. too high and it appears to be a little small. artwork should be about 6" above the top of the sofa, and about 2/3rds the size of the sofa:

I think the black console and black side table are too much 'dark'. (unless you wanted to go completely black and white. in that case I'd change out the drapes and the neutral colors and stick w/ light and dark. )

but, working w/the warm tones, what about something like this?

I think the lighter frame artwork over the sofa looks better. (you could do one larger print)

Your side tables need something vertical like a light table lamp or tall orchid or vase.

if you want a little more glam, think about tiling the inside of the niche w/a antique glass tile

leave your art piece there, but remove the little knick knacks. they tend to look crowded.

Another option is to cover the niche w/drywall and redo that fireplace portion.

this is one example of highlighting the niche w/a cool tile surround.

You could easily do this w/any type of subway tile set in this layout. (remove the white trim)

This would be a cool little DIY project and prob cost you less than $100.

or, hang your tv there and reconfigure the sofas.

or, remove the white casing (which I'd prob do regardless).

instead of the skimpy white trim, what do your think about bordering the opening in this black, and covering up the niche in order to hang something?

this is a shiplap, but you could do anything else if you like.

another one with a tongue/groove paneling, but it has the wood mantle. (ignore the built ins on the sides)

sorry, I kind of went off in diff direction

Love where you are headed with all the recommendations….thank you so much!!! That hole in the wall has been the bane of my existence and wanted to cover it and move the TV there but my boys vetoed me as they want to be able to watch the TV while they cook. The stove is directly opposite the current TV location. I will definitely hang on to the ideas to cover that hole…

I really want to implement this over my sofa, I felt so much joy looking at this pic

Do you think if I used 6 black frames it would help tie together the black side tables, and black ottomans ?

I wouldn’t be overly concerned about the black tables. The prints would look nice, but wait until the rest of room is finished. Going back to the rug, there are lots of family friendly that feel light, but are practical. Suggest a more modern, simple rug to make room feel lighter/brighter and it will also be easier to decorate around.

Got it, thanks Beth!! I think I like the white ones you posted better than these ones. Any idea where I can buy the white prints you posted ? I wouldn’t use it for family pics, ideally I’d want to buy some framed prints that I can just put up.
I have some old stuff at home too, will put up later and share pics just to see how incorporating some of the ideas can look…it’s not a white frame but very light coloured wood. Just as a placeholder while I get the white prints.

@Maureen thanks for the inspiration on rugs.

make sure to do a thick white mat. that's what makes the look.

keep them uniform too.

do you have any photos you could print out? maybe some landscape photos or animals or something?

If no, try Etsy for prints. lots of artists on there.

if you'd rather try something like this, find prints that are in the same tonal range (otherwise it looks too chaotic)

Calendars have great prints that you can frame. try getting one of those, tear out the pages, carefully cut, mat and frame them.

don't hang them too high above the sofa. 5-6" from the top of sofa is fine to start. use a laser level and mark out the spots. This works better w/all the same frame size.

https://thismamaloveslife.com/2018/02/02/how-to-create-a-grid-style-gallery-wall-of-family-photos/#/

I think white frames would be best. Will tie in with your moldings and such and lighten up the room.

Agreed Cecilia…Thanks for all the awesome resources and continued guidance Beth! You rock!

Agree with Cecilia :)

I do wonder what inspired the different abstract art earlier? It has a connection with tiny pattern of upholstery and the stitching in your ottoman -- I guess it'd be a more contemporary room --- what style are the other rooms in your house?

Is that raw silk? if you aren't re-using somehow, one could become pillows, but not the red part. :) I've seen fabric panels merely stapled over frames, over sofa?

https://www.target.com/p/20-34-x20-34-geometric-diamond-textured-throw-pillow-natural-indigo-rizzy-home/-/A-53019436

Blend-in with curtains/ chair - palette idea for burgundy/ their blue-grey.

https://www.target.com/p/boucle-throw-pillow-with-exposed-zipper-threshold-designed-with-studio-mcgee/-/A-82069923

Truly, your pillows are good. Warm floor too, so I think a warm color would 'help'

https://www.target.com/p/oversized-color-block-square-throw-pillow-cream-blue-threshold-8482-designed-with-studio-mcgee/-/A-81807271

Etsy!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1036679069/set-of-3-abstract-landscape-prints

The vibe of a destination, and your mantel art --

Justina Blakeney x Loloi P0965 In/Out Multi 18" X 18" Cover Only Pillow · More Info

Thank you for your suggestions everdebz.

My carpet came in today…how does it look ? Should I flip it around so more of the blue is on the opposite side ? It’s not sitting too well, rolling up a bit ..wondering if I should add some padding underneath it.

That looks nice

Thinking perhaps the room is beginning to look to matchy/matchy with the blues and greys…wonder if I should introduce yellows. Also would like input on these curtains - should I go with this or stick to plain ?

Thoughts on cushions for my room ? Will these clash with what I already have

I don't like those curtain patterns, which don't seem different enough in the ideal way [from the upholstery's pattern].

You said the curtains aren't ideal, but would adding more art like the mantel's art 'work'?

What color would coffee table be? This is basic, comes in different 'brights' -

Convenience Concepts Oxford Yellow Coffee Table With Shelf S20-276 · More Info

and this is 36" square - color in the rug?

Convenience Concepts Oxford 36" Square Coffee Table With Shelf S20-360 · More Info

A room usually has three colors in it so either stick with the blue or get a green pillows but you have those looks like Coral curtains I don't know if that's the correct color but looks like on my screen you could get pillows of the color of the drapes

Not too dark, or too bright, but enough to strengthen whatever color you like: denim? slate teal? sea thistle? faux linen.

https://www.amazon.com/HPD-Half-Price-Drapes-BOCH-LN185-P/dp/B07M6HPMZ9/ref=sr_1_5

Experiment with towel, shirt.. laid over the sofa, and see if that's a combo you like.

https://www.amazon.com/NEWCOSPLAY-Blanket-Lightweight-Wrinkle-Resistant-Breathable/dp/B07PS11Z54/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3ER8ZNBY9BKD9&keywords=throw%2Bblanket&qid=1654837752&s=home-garden&sprefix=throw%2Cgarden%2C125&sr=1-5&th=1

Love the rug! I would do white/off white curtains and add in more blues.

I like the curtains you suggested Cecilia! Thanks for all the suggestions, much appreciated.

Absolutely! Those are from World Market.

I like the plain dark pillows but not sure about the 2 blue ones on the large sofa. Thoughts ?

I think these will go back…

The deeper blues in varying tones and textures that Cecilia posted would add a lot of life. I also like her idea of white/off white drapes.

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!

Thanks for weighing in. Really appreciate your perspectives and agree 100%!

@Cecilia, can you drink me to the site you found the pillows you recommended?

Direct* (bloody auto correct) 🫤

You have a lot of pattern going on.....rug, chairs. I would stick with the solid navy pillows.

I belive all the pillows I found were from West Elm.

Thanks Cecilia!