Could yo post some pics please.

I think I'd take that chair seat to the paint store and use it to find a complimentary color scheme. Replace the masculine black sofa with something lighter and softer to work with the curves in your tables and the pattern of the chair fabric. Start fresh with some new decor items (I don't consider sticks as decor.) and a big area rug that slips under the front 1/3 of the sofa and chairs.

Which chair are you referring to?

The chair in your last photo with the navy cushion on it.

The cushion is black actually :)

Thanks for your input.

I just made a simular transition. I started by painting the walls a light grey and all the trim a bright fresh true white. Replaced a black accent chair with one that would go with the new color scheme (not too expensive). Then I tied my brown couch and love seat (that were like new and I could not afford to replace) in with very carefully chosen throw pillows. The new pillows have the new grey and white with a touch of brown from the couch to tie it all together. You can also use an area rug to tie the colors too.

Also look at any metal or wood items you can paint a new color like lamps, picture frames or accent tables? Changing cream lamp shades to white? All cheap ways to change a look without breaking the bank to buy all new stuff.

Thanks Jamie. I dont know if you can tell from my pics, but I have cream colored Hunter Douglas shades. If I am going with a true white, will these be OK to stay do you think?