Bring in color and life to the room!
I would like to bring some color into my family room.. walls are SW Macadamia.. maybe a new area rug and pillows… any ideas would be very appreciated 💜
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Maureen
last monthlast modified: last monthGiven the wall color, yellow might be a good choice, but consider more of a mustard for an earthy, modern feel. Ideas below reflect a certain look, but if not your style, searching on line should help a lot. Select the rug first and build around it.
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last monthMaureen
last monthlast modified: last monthOne color scheme. Search SW Macadamia on Pinterest and you’ll see other combinations.
Again, start with the rug.
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last monthlast modified: last monthMacadamia SW creates a rich, natural effect with this brownish beige neutral.
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Flo Mangan
last monthHere’s one option of a rug with olive green, beige and multi colors. Then I pulled pillows with caramel color and mixed in the textures with leather and nubby fabric. I added black tray to the coffee table plus a few accessories.
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Kelly Jones
last monthlast modified: last monthNice room, but do you mind taking more pics of the entire room?
I really like that triptych art piece!
What is your favorite color(s)?
Does this strike a chord for a direction to go?
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elcieg
last monthlast modified: last monthCoffee table decor:
Introduce a new color into the room...on sofa only.
I like the black and yellow combo for your room.
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