those chairs would be perfect for that room!

Fantastic so far. Just need art!

Beautiful room! Love the curtains but can you return and buy a longer length? I believe the rod is supposed to go above the arch.

I would raise the curtains to be closer to where the arch in the middle connects to the vertical frame, could also be above it entirely. Kate F has posted a picture of the basic idea. Makes for more of a custom design look, not "off the shelf" (even if they are :)

Please do not put that rod in the middle of the top window.

The only large rustic clock I'd allow would be an authentic antique grandfather clock. Please don't get a big box store battery operated clock. If you have no taste in art, the clock will just prove it.

Deco enthusiaste do you have any suggestions on art? I’m looking for a slightly rustic feel

You definitely need new dining chairs, that is too much wood going on in one space. And then do not hang a clock in a dining room. No one wants to be timed while they're trying to enjoy a nice meal. Find a beautiful art piece that maybe had a nod to the blue, but not too much ... you're getting too much into a blue thing with the paint and the rug. Get something that compliments but goes another way with color.

Here is some art I own already. It’s by a local artist.

I agree with you susanopen0182, however, many Houzzers do not like the big clocks. I think once someone says it(because they do not like it), others follow suit. Unfortunately, I think the poster is intimidated into not getting a big clock when they want one. I think it would be best for Houzzers to say - maybe a clock, but not that one if that is the case. I have 4 decorative clocks in my home in various locations and would not change it for anyone.

Are these the ones you had up before the makeover? They are pretty but not leaning in the contemporary direction you seem to be doing now. In your "before" pix they were hung a bit too high. Center them at 5' above the floor and see how that looks, especially from a seated position at the table. Have you thought about hanging them in that hallway outside the dining room? Since the detail in them is small, putting them where people can approach to see the subject matter is a good idea. As for the clock, aside from them being cheezy, I don't care for the idea they imply that the meal is being timed, or guests need to leave on the dot. Maybe people have gotten so used to them that they're ignored, but I still think 90% of them are just tacky. My opinion only.

Yes these are the ones I had before. I’d like to go a touch rustic/modern farmhouse. I like in the country. I am not really sure what my style is but I k ow when I see something I like. Art is an area I do struggle with. Even if I like it I don’t know how to place it or where.

Here is a photo of my living room so you can see the colors I’m leaning towards. Creams navy blue grey white

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Here are some LARGE clock ideas for you from Kirklands.com. ALL are less than $200 (First one is my fav and it is only $62.99):

Large clocks are a very current style right now!

For your chairs have you thought about getting TWO chairs (like in your inspiration photo) and using them at both ends of your table for now? something like this from Kriklands.com?

Thanks Jamie. I thought large clocks were very in. I’m seeing them everywhere but it seems some people on here really hate them. I like the ones you showed especially the first two. I’ll have to think about which two would go with the navy wall. I have thought about just doing the captain chairs for now. I paid a small fortune for my current oak chairs. They are mission style and very heavy/solid. Not sure what I will do with all of them if I replace. I don’t really have anywhere else to put them out kitchen set is new and amish made and heavy duty as well. I don’t see it wearing out anytime soon.

I liked the first clock the best myself but the bottom one has navy in it that might go very nice with your paint. If you do go with art on the wall I think a large statement piece might be better than a grouping of small pictures. Or a large framed mirror like in your inspiration room????

What I was suggesting is just moving the two end chairs out and putting a small scale but upholstered chair to give some relief from all the brown wood in the room and flooring. As to clocks, my problem with the clocks is that they are very "trendy" and in most homes can look cheap. I don't mind and work to stretch budgets and these are fairly cheap. But they aren't for every setting and really I'd rather do something more attractive. Some people get caught up in the "merchandising" of "stuff" and buy things, especially "on sale" whether it works or not. That is what I don't like. So don't buy any clocks. At least right now.

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With only about 2' of space on either end of table, you have to select end chairs very carefully. Not enough room for most typical host type chairs.

I would need a scotch guard of some sort with 3 kids lol

Beautiful room well done ... but ... lose the rug.

The room is not large enough to need a rug to define the dining area anyway and that rippled rug looks like a stumble hazard as well as a floor full of spill stains waiting to happen.

(Not a fan of rugs in a dining room.)

I just got the rug two days ago so it needs to flatten out. I love it so it’s staying. It is to help break up all the wood. I’m having my floors redone in a few weeks and it will help protect the floors from scratches from the chairs

Milennka. I know the shelf is pretty high but I plan on adding a long framed piece of art under it and something on the sides. I can see it in my head I just have to find the right pieces. Kinda like this

My husband made me that shelf and I really love it

Milennka it’s jot my room but he inspiration. That’s why I left so much room under the shelf for now. It’s a floating shelf so there was a lot of work to hang it. Just gotta find the right art for under it

I don't like clocks, but that's me. Don't put something on the wall just to fill the space. You have every right to take your time and get a piece of wall decor you really love. This is your home. I agree with checking out local artists who would love to have you consider their art for your space.

Great job with your dining room. It looks beautiful already. However, the lamp doesn't seem to match very much with the kind of chairs you want, and it doesn't seem to add much light to your room. Here are great lighting ideas and some other chairs ideas you can consider to match your beautiful table.

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You have a beautiful home! Your existing art would look great. However, I would change the matte color to a white/off white.

Lower your wall decor.

Lower your wall decor again here.

Hang your curtains just below ceiling height. Your rug size should be much larger as well. Once again, beautiful home and great furniture choices.