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8 years ago
Should I have something taller where the round stool sits in the curve of the spiral stairs ? I've always had a small table with taller flowers in this spot
But because I have fake flowers in the stairs shelf and a vase on a shelf
In Foyer already... thought I should have a chair or this stool
Your thoughts please?
Cheryl

Comments (31)

  • 8 years ago
    Could you post a picture of that area as if you were walking in the house?
  • 8 years ago
    I returned the low round stool and am trying this now
    when you walk in the door basically this is what you see
    And to the left is this shelf with picture on wall
    To the right is the living room
    I'll send you a pic straight on in a min
    Thank you for your time
    Cheryl
  • 8 years ago
    Straight on entering my home
    Left view
    Right view
    From top hallway
    I felt the area needed height
    Chair? Table with flowers? Nothing?
    Your thoughts greatly appreciated
    I'm stumped
    Cheryl
  • 8 years ago
    Looking down
  • 8 years ago
    What about either of these concepts? The table in the one pic is larger than the side table you have.
  • 8 years ago
    Thank you! So kind of you to show me
    I'll look for a little larger table
    I also like the chairs,but don't know if I have enough room
    For two
    Do you think a larger table is better then putting one chair beside my small table
    Maybe just a larger table would look less cluttered then
    Chair and table
    You rock!
    Thank you
    When I'm off work.... I'll go shopping, I did see a larger wooden
    Round table in a second hand store that I could paint black
    Pictures soon
  • 8 years ago
    NP. Try both options (chair with side table and the wooden table you want to paint). The beauty about shopping is whatever you don't like you can always return.
  • 8 years ago
    How true! A shopping I shall go
    Thanks
  • 8 years ago
    Hi Cheryl! It's a lovely chair however I think table and vase over shadows it. Do you have a taller chair and somewhat bulkier chair? your staircase and entryway is so grand the perfect chair would make the space pop. Here are a couple pictures. I am a huge fan of Restoration Hardware and I've seen a similar chair like their Versailles at Home goods. but of course all HomeGoods are different. I would say replace the black chair with a larger chair and change the positioning of the end table and chair. Also omit the vase since you already have a similar piece along the stairway alcove.
  • 8 years ago
    New homework... larger higher chair with just the table
    That makes sense about the vase and flowers
    And put the chair where the table ... switch them
    Need a shopping trip... should I look for a Black larger chair
    I did like the way black pulled my accents black from the living room or does that matter
    Thank YOU❣️
  • 8 years ago
    Good morning! I don't think it matters what color. the chair itself would make a statement. However if you want black, go for it! Keep your side table I love the mirror and gold tone in it.
  • 8 years ago
    Yeh! I found a reasonable priced tall black chair
    Now I'm looking for a little pillow
    What do you think about my find?
    Oh... and Happy Thanksgiving
    I have a new appreciation for designers, as a great look
    Isn't always easy
  • 8 years ago
    Happy Thanksgiving! I'm assuming you're in Canada. you are definitely going in the right direction and this look works. if you do a pillow may I suggest a lumber pillow, something furry for texture. I also suggestion chairs with arms. The chair you have posted does not pair with the side table. I would also try a chair with arms for a bulkier look also the surface of the side table should be equal or just below the height of the arms of the chair (I should have mentioned that before because I love the side table, great find). I posted some pictures. may I suggest a high back chair with arms if you do a Google search. all of the chairs posted are at least 41" high. feel free to go higher. Try overstock.com or even Houzz as well. the photos below are from Houzz. Here's overstock, https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Baxton-Studio-Patterson-Wingback-Beige-Linen-And-Burlap-Nailhead-Tufted-Accent-Chair/10227961/product.html?recset=26becaec-7d24-4eb9-9660-39d89004463f&refccid=NGEELW25M6KI6ACLA6QZ7YU4DU&recalg=889,888,892&recidx=4
  • 8 years ago
    Oh my....
    Back to the drawing board,so return this black chair
    And find one with arms
    I got excited because it was black and tall
    I did see this linen armed chair but thought black
    Had more impact

    I really appreciate that you are taking the time to direct me
  • 8 years ago
    the linen is nice too but not as bulky. you have such a grand staircase, the chair and side table should make the same statement. it's not problem at all. I think we're all learning and here to help each other to get different design input.
  • 8 years ago
    Thanks for the chair site, I love the wingback!
    Wish I could shop everyday
  • 8 years ago
    lol! don't we all
  • 8 years ago
    it's me
    Because I have been doing everything! You say
    Almost couldn't return the chair you didn't like
    Lol
    I thought I must tell you Lazyboy had a fabulous sale
    SO I ordered a classic wing back chair and was able to customize it... so of course I picked
    Beautiful black velvet and removed the studs
    And darkened the legs
    Who knew? Lazyboy AND it reclines
    Maybe I'll read a book in the foyer
    No picture as it will take a couple of months to make
    Have a great day
  • 8 years ago
    Yayyy! Cheryl that chair sounds like a Beauty! I love velvet. can't wait to see your custom chair. I'm sure it will be comfortable as Lazyboy makes some comfy furniture.
  • 8 years ago
    Cheryl! Happy New Year! Did your chair come yet?
  • 8 years ago
    Happy New Years
    I love my black velvet chair! it reclines so I still have it by the scotch bar
    I must thank you again for all your help❣️
    Look I even bought a fab pillow like u said
    BUT that chair caused a little domino affect to my tv room
    Furnitureso I bought new comfy recliners and swivel
    And now my darn kitchen table is looking a tad tired
    It's so much easier matching shoes to an outfit
    Now I'm looking at tables
    Lol
    Hope 2018 is a fabulous year for you
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  • 8 years ago

    I would eliminate the vase on the stairs and put a sculpture. Plants upon entry are nice.


  • 8 years ago

    Also, the vase does nothing for the stairs. A contrasting colored sculpture would perk it up.

  • 8 years ago
    Some inspiration perhaps
  • 8 years ago
    Pics
  • 8 years ago
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    I like the red flowers by the chair... :)

    Stair's vase is tall and showy a bit / table flowers are meant for the seated one at floor level.... inviting.

  • 8 years ago
    Hm... so no tall flowers in the cut out shelf in the curve going up the stairs?
    And put a low colourful arrangement or plant at ground level
    By chair
    a sculpture... I do have a shape already in the foyer at ground level, I'll go a looking
    Could bring the flowers back down to ground level and put curly
    Willow in vase
    OR flowers in ground level cut out sculpture that's taller and
    Dark going up stairs
    Oh my..... choices
  • 8 years ago

    Sorry, is there a photo of all those display areas?....

  • 8 years ago

    Go bigger and make it useful while you're at it. Any of these would work.