So, I have those same blue ikat pillows, but I've got a green sectional, and I've added orange and teal pillows, too. I think to make it feel more "modern traditional" you should pull in a few more colors in pillows,throws, etc. (excuse the lighting)

Hmm... Maybe add some color or texture to the wall that's on the left behind the couch.

Adding a teal color to that wall would sort of loop the couch into the flow of the rug.
Or if you see yourself getting tired of the rug, maybe a black or gray paint wall?

I'd probably try a white and silver paintable paper there...



And if that doesn't add enough pizazz, maybe try a textured paper...

Can you post some different pictures of the room like from the other side...

You could add a round glass top to the wood table for a dressy look

I think what you have looks great, but if you wanted to inject a brighter color, you could find some art for the wall that incorporates the blue plus another color.

The room needs more than the stereotypical ''pops'' of color. Window treatments with some pattern and texture and repainting the walls with some actual color will bring it togther. And artwork. Every home needs artwork.

Turn sectional sofa around to face windows, then use windows as feature plus colour on walls. Darker blinds may help it feel cosier...and blend back coffee table. Good start with nice sectional.

Love your rug! Did you get it from joss and main?

Looks like a great start toward transitional to me.

Contemporary art behind couch with some orange in it.

I really like what you have so far. Love the sectional. If you can face it toward the windows, then I would. It looks a bit like it's shoved into the corner. It is a big piece of furniture. I think you need curtains that go almost floor to ceiling, maybe with some big hardware to draw your eye upward. Agree that you need to add a few things to the wall - and introduce another color or two. You could do that through wall decor or curtains. The sectional, pillows, and rug are great!

here are a different angle, I have 18ft ceilings on the wall of windows so definitely drapes.
love the comment about textured paint and will add bookshelves to the niches...what's a good color to add?

the rug is zgallerie! the sectional is custom ordered broyhill.

I love your rug and our sectional. I think what the issue is that you have a lot of cool colors: whites and blues…so a pop of something warm would be nice. I love adding adding greens (perhaps in a live plant) and a pop of orange. Find a piece of art you love and pull colors from there. I think one of the issues you have is that your TV is mounted way too high. It might be best to utilize the niches for open shelves and have the TV be put in the one of the niches on a swivel. Mount it so that it is at an appropriate eye level and hide the cords.

I also love the sectional and rug. It will be a beautiful room.

Where did you get the sectional?

nice sectional and rug! I would suggest adding a printed throw pillow to break the hues a little. Consider a center table with a glass top to make it more of a modern feel. Adding some curtains to the room with a decorative curtain rod would also soften up your living room. Good luck!

I think you've done a wonderful job so far, and you've also gotten some great suggestions above!
I recommend eliminating the throw pillows that came with your sectional-- let your other (new) beautiful pillows stand alone! :)
I have put together a vision board for you with some ideas that would look great in your space. Good luck with your decorating, and have fun! :)

The room looks good, you can bring in art in the style you want, it will certainly add interest and, perhaps, additional colors. Here are a few ideas and you can visit our page for more. Enjoy!... Raisa

Coffee table needs updating, scatter cushions could be replaced with more exciting s metallic and textured fabrics, plus add abstract contemporary art work to the walls, sculptures on pedestals. Can't see the rest of the room, lighting will play a major part in achieving a contemporary feel.

Hi. Consider curtains on all the windows. Something similar in color to the wall color. If you are on a budget, iron on a 1" trim in one of the blue colors to the leading edges, to jazz up the room.