This old and somewhat worn piano relieves this space of being too perfect. The dark color balances the whites and light paint, ties the floor into the overall aesthetic. A piece like this suggests that life is actually LIVED here.
Modernize your piano so it doesn't feel so heavy. Upright pianos are big and tall, so they can take up good space in a room, but there's no need to place it front and center. Find a corner that is wide, tall and deep enough for your piano. Add a few other elements to complete the look and it won't stand out.Choose elements that make it feel airy like a large mirror over it and a lamp with a reflective base. Have a piano? Tell us where it is in your house!More: Tour an Eclectic, Music-Filled Home in SydneyBrowse: See hundreds of piano rooms
This is just plain genius. If you own a piano, sometimes it can be tricky figuring out where to put it — especially if it is not played very often. Using it in place of a console table is such a surprising twist. A lamp and a mirror dress it up so it doesn't look out of place.If your old home needs a facelift, the entryway is the perfect place to start. A few choice pieces can change the feel from the very moment you walk in the door.Tell us: What's in your entry?
11. Create a musical tradition. If someone in your family plays piano, guitar or another instrument, encourage him or her to share a song on Thanksgiving. No musicians in the family? Just select some favorite albums to play — since this is an American holiday, why not go with an all-American playlist?
Mirror: Vintage.