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Sunroom Gathering Zen

Kristina Zuidema

last year

I have removed everything from this room to get a clear picture of how I wanted to look. We are getting new windows put in so I can actually open them and get a nice breeze in. I want this to be a gathering area to socialize. I would also like to have a lot of plants in here hang my hammock and read. But I don't know what I'm doing More like a Zen room I guess. I started a sunroom idea board but now I'm more frustrated then before

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arcy_gw
last year
Zen and Gathering space don't jive. They are opposites. Same with the verticals and the 'sun' room concept. The breeze you want it will really cause clanking with those window treatments. You've done well clearing the space out. It appeared to be a bit of a catch all room.
roarah
last year
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I have a similar size sunroom. i use it as a music and quiet sitting, former play room. People do gravitate to it during entertaining and it is everyone’s favorite room because of its size and old fashion vibe.

I coordinated it to our living room for better flow when entertaining.

I have a stained wood porch like ceiling too.
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What a pretty room! Do you live there year 'round or is this your summer place? I am in Michigan (GR) and spend a lot of time at the big lake. How many people do you typically entertain, and what kind of entertaining? Dinner? Drinks only? Just hanging out? What is in the armoire? I like the idea to replace the armoire with a chair, or if you frequently have people over for beverages, maybe it could be the drink station. For large gatherings, you could place a table through the middle of the room with chairs on both sides. That is what we do in our sunroom for Thanksgiving and it works out really well. We don't have quite the same view, though!
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For a sunroom, I would use four tan or cream chairs. The burgundy fabric may get faded. The smaller ones you posted don't look very comfortable though. Have you sat in them? The high backed chair may work better. Instead of two small tables, I'd use a larger round coffee table in the middle so the four chairs are connected.
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Well that pic you posted is not closed off at all so you could easily furnish it like a very large living area that is mostly used when you have larger gatherings--as it appears they did. As mentioned above many sunrooms are only 3 season. BUT on super cold winter days when the sun is bright the heat that is captured in these rooms can warm the entire downstairs. They are often tile floors--due to the plants that thrive in such a space, but as your picture shows you could easily put down a carpet to cover it up. Personally I would want a few plants, low book shelves and comfy seating for reading,a table for a puzzle or game. Wicker/Rattan isn't required but I would go a bit more casual if it was going to be used for card parties, afternoon tea with friends.
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jackowskib
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Consider doing a layout on graph paper so you can see what size pieces will fit best. Perhaps the back end can be your sanctuary spot for hammock and plants and front half for guest seating. Like a loveseat and two chairs with coffee table in the middle. A couple poufs for extra seating when needed. All soft neutral colors. Will be lovely!
Rachel Lee
last year
Take down the blinds, put down new vinyl floors in a neutral, and paint the walls and trim white. Then start layering in textures. A light sisal rug, pale sofa and a chair or two, and lots of plants. Use stands to give your plants different levels.
Kristina Zuidema
Original Author
last year
We have new windows being installed! I will soon be able to open it up and get some fresh air! Thank you all for your help. I will share pictures when we finally get it done 😀

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