Need help with dining room nook.

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

Hi everyone! We just moved into a home built in the 60s and we have an awkward nook in next to our dining area and I have such mixed feelings of how it's decorated so far.... The room just doesn't flow and it's driving me nuts.
This used to be a dining area (hence the chandelier which we're replacing) but it's just too small for us so our dining area is just behind us in this photo (ps. the door way on the left leads to the kitchen):

Any recco's on how to make it flow more? It's driving me crazy! I just can't put my finger on what's wrong here.

Here's another photo to help :) Any help is appreciated!!

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amykath

9 years ago

One thing i can think of is adding a rug. Maybe add a lamp or two. Perhaps some curtain panels to fill out the space? Also once the chandy is gone that will help. Personally I would have used it as a small sitting area.

However, it is not my home. It is a lovely room!

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Yayagal
9 years ago
Do you use the table and chairs often? Try turning the table with the short end facing the window and see how that looks.
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Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
We actually just got the table yesterday! I'll try that and see how it looks! The space is definitely big enough.
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graywings123
9 years ago
One issue is that the room doesn't seem to have a purpose. Define its purpose and decisions will flow from there. Office? Quiet reading area? Music room?
ljk1
9 years ago
Does the door lead to the kitchen?
Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
graywings123 It's more of a lounge area. I'll probably use that table to drink coffee in the morning, go through my emails.. etc. It's just an area we can hang out in instead of always hanging out at our dining room table (it's just my boyfriend and I in the house)
Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
ljk1 Yep the door on the left leads to the kitchen :)
Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
aktillery9 Initially I thought that area would be great for a seating area too! but because we lack cupboard space in the kitchen, and my boyfriend (evidently) has a lot of alcohol, we needed something to keep it on. Thank you for your recommendation, I didn't even think of lamps or a rug in this area! :)
cat_ky
9 years ago
I think it needs a bit of color. It doesnt hold interest when its all in the same neutral color family.
nosoccermom
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
I could see it as a small lounging area, but not sure whether you can return the table and stools. Two arm chairs with a small table, some wall shelves?
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Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
nosoccermom love this idea. Unfortunately, the store we purchased it from doesn't allow returns unless it's in original packaging (Structube) It's definitely something I'll keep in mind. We could probably sell the furniture anyways ;)
nosoccermom
9 years ago

Well, I'd definitely keep it as is and see how you use it. Definitely turn the table 90 degrees, so you're not with the back to what's going on in the kitchen, plus can face each other.
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User
9 years ago
Another direction - I could see using a banquette in such a space.
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Emily Ferreira
Original Author
9 years ago
chijim Yes!!! I'm actually thinking this might be what we end up doing!
chickadee2_gw
9 years ago
Buy an inexpensive hutch or armoire from Craig's List and do a makeover. Look up 'hutch into bar' for lots of ideas.

http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/remodeling/budget-remodels/25-home-improvement-ideas-under--150/?slideId=4694932c-cd57-4f47-a72f-1e5726706da5&sssdmh=dm17.640415&esrc=nwwu010213