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Help with bare walls & accent tables

9 years ago
What would you put on the walls flanking the fireplace (assuming the tv is staying)? What type of end tables would you use? Would you add lamps? Change the rug? What does this room need?

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  • 9 years ago

    I, personally, like the idea of a few large plants - but I'm not keen on the one you have (don't get rid of it, of course - just move it elsewhere). If you don't mind a lot of maintenance, a large, show-case type fish tank on the right hand side would be relaxing - with 2 or three show-case plants on the left hand side. Chandelier looks too 'dining room' like for this room -- I'd replace that with something that really draws your eye. Rug, fireplace, tv, and furnishing look nice in this space.

  • 9 years ago

    Lamps, either floor or table, at the end of the sofas near the fireplace. For the walls flanking the fireplace--They would be perfect for some amazing art, book cases, and so forth. While the chandelier is pretty, there are times when having only lamps on will soften the room.

  • 9 years ago
    A fish tank isn't practical with my three children. I live the idea of builtins but am not ready to commit. So in the meantime, what would you put on the wall? Art? What kind? Art and furniture? What kind of lamps? Where? What sort of end tables?
  • 9 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    First, you need to align your furniture with the fireplace. Two chairs need to get even and squared--not off to one side. Same with the sofas, they also seem to be off to the right.


  • 9 years ago

    Look for some gold end tables that aren't repeating the same theme of weathered wood. Your room is fabulous with the wood but no need to add more of the same. Something like this end table would blend nicely with your other furniture.

  • 9 years ago

    You need lamps. Floor and table. Many different ways to go as far as style.

    Love your rug don't get rid of it.



  • 9 years ago
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    I don't see any art in your room. No room is complete without it.

    You could add a large (as in huge) art to the right of the fireplace. This has a bench but a console table would also work in your space.


  • 9 years ago

    Two beautiful consoles on each side of the fireplace with artwork as below.

    Waterstone Palazzo Lago · More Info

  • PRO
    9 years ago
    Art work and a larger rug. The neutral works unless you want more color.
  • 9 years ago

    After you remove the chandelier, this very large Matisse is all you need on that wall.



    Nice, France - Travail et Joie (Work and Joy) - Still Life with Pomegranates Gic · More Info

  • 9 years ago
    Love the print!! Was that found on the Houzz website?
  • 9 years ago

    Kathleen, the print is a Matisse from art.com. Follow the "More Info" link under the picture.

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    Two beautiful bookcases, or some great artwork. Here are some ideas we wanted to share with you from a few designs we have done.

    An Affordable Facelift · More Info

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  • 9 years ago

    I agree a larger rug would be better. Have you tried turning rug to go side to side? May look more proportional. Pretty room!

  • PRO
    9 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Art on one or both walls would be nice. I would keep the round wooden table, but make the end tables metal and glass. Something along these lines:

    Jonathan Charles Patinated Silver Finish Square Side Table 494921-S · More Info

    Johnella Side Table · More Info

    Jonathan Charles Eglomise and Silver Iron Tray Table 494179-S · More Info

    Definitely some lamps. Make sure the shades are white.
    Fine Art Lamps Cascades Table Lamp · More Info
    You can check here for artwork: https://www.houzz.com/projects/1295077/art-original-abstract-paintings

    A few suggestions for your space:

    Art - Original Abstract Paintings · More Info

    Art - SOLD! Original Abstract Paintings · More Info
    Art - Original Abstract Painting, 48 X 48 · More Info

    The chandelier does not bother me at all. I like picking up black somewhere else in a room where there is a black TV screen and fire screen. The rug adds nice texture, and I like it for your room, although it could be a bit larger. If it were me, I would probably use the rug and focus on other things for now. Best of luck and please post your progress!

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    A big bold painting brings serious flair, and can instantly change the vibe of any space. Whether hung above a fireplace or sofa, or elsewhere in the room, a painting can create a focal point with impact and add both color and dimension.

    Pick up a few of its colors in accessories, like pillows, to highlight the piece even more.

    Here's some suggestion for your wall you might like......to know more about my Art work and collections please visit my shop on Etsy website -

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/PooviArtGallery?ref=pr_shop_more








  • 9 years ago

    Gorgeous room. Something seems a little off with the round end table. I think it needs to be white. I might suggest one or two animal print pillows and a less ornate chandelier. Very minor tweaks. Again a gorgeous room.

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    It's a lovely room. Some artwork would
    really help bring everything together. I'm an abstract artist, creating original
    paintings. Here are some suggestions below. For more examples visit my website:
    www.corinnenatel.co.uk and feel free to email me:
    design@corinnenatel.co.uk

  • 9 years ago

    If you don't need more furniture items at the sides of the fireplace i think art would be awesome, something in a thin black frame to tie in the Chandy...what type of art do you like...abstract etc?

    I think the rug is too small but could wait till last but stay with neutral.

    i think the table between the two chairs should move to somewhere else, i'd use a similar size table in acrylic to tie in the Chandy too.

    just my opnion but i think the plant is root bound, when was the last time you repotted it? (Not meant as a dig or insult honest)

    Nice room : )