I think it is very pretty the way it is.

You say you're ready for a change, so is there a certain feeling you want the room to have. I think it's pretty the way it is, but I also understand the need for something different. Do you want to keep the warm feeling you have or are you wanting something more light and airy. I know I was into warm colors in the past and I just painted my house a warm color, but I'm really starting to love some of the softer colors. If you're not sure, start out by looking through magazines and websites and try to find something that you're drawn too.

BTW, do you have a closer picture of your tree? I was just at a Christmas store this weekend and was wondering if anyone ever decorates their tree like the ones you see on display. It looks like you did and it's gorgeous.

Laurie

I think it looks great as it is. I have a similar color scheme in my open floor plan--golds and reds-. However, I too am tired of it and we are replacing windows, hardwoods, paint, and furniture. I have decided to go a little more modern with browns and burnt orange.

Maybe if you just want to change things up a bit, change out the rug to something a bit more contemporary. It looks like your furniture can go either way. You could also change out your curtains if you went with a different color scheme in the rug.

For behind the couch, you could get some long art work that comes in 4 canvas panels.

With a different rug, curtains and artwork, you will have a nice change. However, if you are tired of the red in the couch, you could always go with a leather sectional--I am partial to leather, which is why I suggest that. but, the couch looks good and can work with many different style.

Good luck! I find that I am at a standstill until I see some inspiration pics.

i like it too. though i'd move the couch in front of the sliders, and have the dog beds in front of the couch, off to the side a bit.
of course that assumes you're not using the door much.
i have forest green chenille upholstery on three pieces, with fall and hoilday accessories for winter. in summer i add bright floral slipcovers to two pieces, along with complimentary accessories again. keeps the room fresh i think, and i don't get as tired of my stuff as easily.
hth.

Fallingwaters - Ha Ha! I was hoping no one would notice the doggy pillows! I do normally keep their beds in a different area, I was trying to get them out of the picture.
The doors are actually two functional wooden doors that we don't use too often, just when I need to get something really large in or out of the house. When you say move the couch, do you mean position it or turn it so that the back side is facing the doors? Or are you suggesting I move it forward?

Kristinekr - I totally agree with you in regards to the changing of the rug. I feel like I have let too much red in! LOL! I love the color red, but it seems to have taken over. I think if I got rid of the majority of the red in the drapes and the rug it would make a big difference in the room.

I love the look you have going on in the first picture, with the dark furniture against the wall color and the red drapes. I agree with you about too much red on the other side of the room, red couch, red rug, red drapes. I would change out the rug for sure and leave the rest. It look lovely.

Forgot to ask... what do you think about painting the ceiling above my dining table? I need to add crown moulding within the trey but I was wondering what it would like if I painted it the same color as the walls or a contrasting color or maybe having it faux finished. Would I paint just the ceiling section or the sides within the trey as well?

Can someone suggest a rug or even a good website?

I would like to change the drapes in my dining room and I am having a hard time choosing a color. I thought that someone could offer some help, I may be overthinking this b/c its driving me crazy! I also think the drapery rod could be hung at least 4" higher and a couple inches further out on each side. I was considering changing the rod to a decorative dark colored wooden rod. What do you think? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Toni

Your rooms are just so beautiful as is! I have no decorating advice but wanted you know that your rooms are gorgeous!

Your rooms are beautiful, but I agree it's time for a change. I'd keep the red couch and dark wood furniture, repaint the walls in a warm grey and hang longer, fuller red curtains. Kind of "reinterpret" this look for your room:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_6RuB-MyU_O4/SdWT3Umye3I/AAAAAAAAEn0/Gcq_9ea3UzQ/s800/m+design+living+room+grey+sofa+couch+red+drapes+curtains+brown+tree+wall+sticker+decal+african+table.jpg

Here is a link that might be useful:

You have a very pretty room. But I've been changing things up, and know how refreshing it can feel.

Is that a grey on the ceiling? I was thinking grey satin drapes, grey patterned pillows, and a new rug - yes, grey with red accents. I could see a rug with a more modern twist, if you're open to that.

Oh! And if it were me, I would paint the very top of the trey ceiling black.

Have fun redoing your room! You've got great taste - whatever you eventually decide, be sure to share with us. It's bound to be beautiful.