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Need help - Living room layout and decor!

10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago

I need more sitting space and need to make the space more modern. I'm willing to change everything including paint. I find the space not balanced and need help please!

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  • 10 years ago

    I like the art, but it is a little too long for over that loveseat. Is the other sofa longer? Can you switch them?

    Otherwise, the art could be hung over that console?

  • 10 years ago

    I think if you want to add fuchsia, you will need some art with that color.

  • 10 years ago

    This rug brings in some fuchsia.


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  • 10 years ago

    I would be placing the TV on the unit behind the chairs. However, need suggestions on what type of the console to buy. Any suggestions?

  • 10 years ago

    I see nothing wrong with the media cabinet you have now. Why do you want to change it?

  • 10 years ago
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    I just find the wall could use a higher wider unit. It's hidden behind the chairs.

  • 10 years ago
    In addition, should I paint the room this color? Keep in mind the painting and turquoise will be replaced.
  • 10 years ago

    The new layout is much much better.

    The colour you are looking at is, I think, too dark for that space. But if you REALLY like you might be able to get away with an accent wall in it. You would need to be really careful though as that colour with your dark furniture would be very very heavy and I think you would have a hard time pulling in a rug and what not to work.

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  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Thanks! what would you suggest in terms of paint?

  • 10 years ago

    I think you can still go grey, but something much lighter. And, if you are still looking to mix it with fushia, watch your tones as your chairs look like they have a pinkish undertone to them in some of the photos which will clash heavily against fushia and your floors (which are lovely) might pose some issues with certain shades of it as well.

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    Just to confirm: I actually very much like the deep grey you picked out, I just worry about it with your heavy furniture. Its dramatic, but it order to be able to pull it off you need a light contrast and your room doesn't have that with the wood floors and dark furniture.

    maqi thanked kmalcolkp
  • 10 years ago
    Do you like the new layout or the old one?
  • 10 years ago
    Should I buy these to place on both sides of the wall unit?
  • 10 years ago

    No ladder shelves. They are flimsy and skimpy looking and an invitation to clutter. They, along with sticks in vases, never should have been invented.

  • 10 years ago

    Ha, ha, ladder outside a shower recess!

  • 10 years ago

    Curly willow branches I am hoping are ok!

  • 10 years ago
    How can I decorate this wall behind the chairs?
  • 10 years ago

    Refresh my memory. No tv above that console? Since you just asked about decorating the wall, then I am assuming no tv!

    Looking at the area, the chairs could really use a small round table between them. Make it easy for guests to sit down a drink.

    For ambience at night it is good to have many layers of light, so you could add a tall, thin lamp to the top of the console. On the wall you could add more texture to the room by hanging up a collection of baskets.

  • 10 years ago

    This table is 23 inches high. You don't want anything too tall between the chairs.


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  • 10 years ago

    Lots of different styles in buffet lamps for the console. Maybe this one?


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  • 10 years ago

    Or do a floor lamp instead and add an interesting bowl and art.


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  • 10 years ago

    This photo just shows a lot of different ways to fill that wall: sculpture of some sort on top, a lamp, art not only centered above but also off to the side.


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  • 10 years ago

    What would a mirror reflect? You could do a series of mirrors above it, three small ones across the wall, one large one centered above it, or large framed floor mirror to reflect the items you place on top of the console.


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  • 10 years ago
    I would be place a tv on the media stand. The ends of the space feel empty and need to fill up.
  • 10 years ago

    Got it! Tv on the stand. Makes sense.

    You could add a thin floor lamp to the window corner (really nice shadows at night) and a plant to the left. Thinking a rounded plant around three to four feet tall in a colorful ceramic planter. Get a real plant (Costco, Home Depot). If it starts to look sick, buy a new one. I think of plants as long lived flowers. Some make it. Some don't.

  • 10 years ago

    Even a plant this size could work. Put an "uplight" on the floor next to it for great nighttime effect.


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  • 10 years ago

    Here is what I mean!


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  • 10 years ago

    You mentioned the console is sort of low. Are you planning on hanging the tv?

    Here is another idea with some simple (not too dominating art) surrounding the tv.


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  • 10 years ago
    @pcmom1 I love this unit! Would the color work with my dark sofas? I will be replacing the chairs.
  • 10 years ago

    I think that color would look great with the sofas. Good to mix it all up!


  • 10 years ago
    How about this one (dark or light wood)? I'm liking these chairs too.
  • 10 years ago

    That cabinet doesn't fit the style of your room. Go with something sleek that fills the wall. Then you won't be tempted to fill it up with junk. If you replace the chairs, get comfortable armchairs instead of slipper chairs.


  • 10 years ago
    @Groveraxle Thanks! I'm liking the long sleek cabinet. However, can I go with a different color other than white?
  • 10 years ago
    How about any of these?
  • 10 years ago

    Measure and do a mock up to see how they fit in the space. They both look good, but the first one is only 8.5 inches tall so would probably look best mounted on the wall rather than sitting on the floor.



  • 10 years ago
    @groveraxle you're awesome! Thanks :) Btw, which application do you use to stage the furniture? It would really help me.
  • 10 years ago

    maqi, I use Photoshop Elements. It's got a fairly steep learning curve, though.

  • 10 years ago

    I'll leave it for the experts thanks! :)

  • 10 years ago
    Any of these chairs would work? I need to replace my old ones to comfortable yet fit with the sofas. Suggestions please for color and style.
  • 10 years ago
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    Since the chairs will go in front of the console and TV, go with the lowest back. Please don't even look at anything like the last chair you posted. It's totally the wrong style, way too bulky and nondescript for your room.

  • 10 years ago
    Which color do you suggest? Thanks
  • 10 years ago

    Other possibilities:




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  • 10 years ago
    I'm not sure about the grey and fuchsia in the room.
  • 10 years ago

    Last Wednesday you were really wanting fuchsia and now you're not sure? I would suggest (again) that you start with a piece of art you love and then let that inform your color palette.

  • 10 years ago

    I wish Houzz would write that on every page.

  • 10 years ago
    It's tough to decide when you have to work with colors of existing furniture. I'll get the painting. Thanks so much!
  • 10 years ago

    I like these colors. And, it is all about me.


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  • 10 years ago

    That's nice!

  • 10 years ago
    Instead of a painting can I do something like this on the wall above the sofa?
  • 10 years ago
    More ideas..
  • 10 years ago

    Sure, maqi. You can do anything you want over the sofa. But you have to decide.