Help with seating area

13 years ago

I got these two Victor wing chairs from West Elm. We wanted a comfortable place to seat, read and have a cup of coffee. This wall is right off the kitchen. Now I don't know what to do with it. I wonder if it was a good idea. Something does not seem right. Should I paint the mirror a light color or loose it? please help!

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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID

13 years ago

I would add a larger table between the chairs and would change the mirror to artwork, adding more color and interest to the space.

You need lamplight in the area, either a floor lamp or table lamp. I'd pull the rug up closer to the chairs, with their front legs on the rug if the rug is big enough.

You could also consider a stronger color on the walls, but without seeing more of the area, I can't give a definitive suggestion.
Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID

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BluePrince Architectural
13 years ago
It does look like a good spot for a mirror, though the trim is so wide it is a bit overpowering...
Do you have a wide painting or a set of monochrome photos that might work there? It might be worth the effort to try out different alternatives to see if they make you feel more comfortable. Alternatively, you could surround the existing mirror with drapes to match the ones on the window
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anne dee
13 years ago
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see inspiration pic
larger table with standing lamp, print on the wall . with your 2 chairs.
Possibly as CA-K is suggesting?
elcieg
13 years ago
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Before you spend any more money, try repositioning the chairs a bit by turning them so they are facing each other more. Remove the little table, put the ottoman between the chairs and find a dark wood tray for the ottoman Turn the mirror vertically behind the table. Not sure about the rug. The size/shape looks off.
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Stacey Rushing
13 years ago
I feel like you need a coffee table. A place to put down a breakfast dish and coffee. An informal eating area should be intimate and warm. You need a place to rest your elbows and put down the paper or you probably won't use it. I think a built in bench breakfast nook with a table might work better.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
13 years ago
Unless the two chairs are part of a seating area that includes a sofa, I would stick with a table between the chairs and would not use a coffee table. But as I mentioned earlier, a larger round table would be a much better look for you.
Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
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limape
Original Author
13 years ago
Thanks for all your help!! a bigger table sounds nice. Do you think the chairs are too big for the space? I wonder if I made a mistake with these chairs. I am attaching more pics.
Should I look for a bigger area rug? or no rug?
decoenthusiaste
13 years ago
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The chairs work. The rug is too small, but might work if you pull it under the front feet of the chairs. Of course that means it won't be centered on the French doors, if that might bother you. Do you really want the mirror to double your kitchen? I'd want it as a floor mirror where it would reflect a beautiful view or over a buffet to double the effect of a stunning chandelier.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
13 years ago
I think if you pull the chairs away from the wall by 6 to 9", and not angle them quite so much, they may be able to have their front legs on the rug. You could try a bigger rug if you can return the current one which looks very nice.
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Virtus Design
13 years ago
A bigger table will make a great difference. Love the chairs!
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We Got Lites
13 years ago
We definitely agree that the space needs a larger table between the chairs. Also maybe try a pretty floor lamp next to one chair, perhaps a torchiere or arc lamp, unless you would want to consider a decorative table lamp on the accent table.

Your almost there, it looks like a cozy spot to relax, but just needs a bit more personal touches.

Good luck!

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Linda keys
13 years ago
Try putting the chairs on the rug.painting the frame a lighter color.
limape
Original Author
13 years ago
All your ideas are awesome. The table I have right now is 19" d x 24"h and we agree that the table is too small I really like the table that Carolyn suggested and that one is 21"d x 25h. Is that still small? Should I do bigger in diameter but not taller?
Thanks for your help!
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
13 years ago
Your table looks smaller than 19" diameter but the height is fine. There's no need to go up just 2" in diameter. You're right that you need to get a table bigger than that, probably 24" diameter or more but same height, give or take an inch.
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Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID
13 years ago
Your chairs are perfect, they just need the right table.
eileenmcf
13 years ago
I think its that table too! Maybe a table with more visual interest to the bottom
Of it! Same height.