Living Room Help

5 years ago

Hi! I am trying to figure out the best layout for furniture and need color suggestions on a fresh coat of paint for the walls.

Furniture - I am all for working with what I have, but originally wanted to updated with a sectional with a double chaise for family cuddling, but DH prefers power recliners. Went to the furniture store and got overwhelmed with options..... We have 2 (spill prone) toddlers and two old dogs, so need something easy to clean. Should I just add a rug and tv table??

Paint - I want to stick with a neutral of some sort, but not sure how to pick since they are high walls and needs to tie into the loft colors. Does that look strange if the upstairs hall doesn't change?

I want it to feel cozy in here and all of the choices are stressing me out!

Thank you in advance! (Please disregard the mess :) )

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calidesign

5 years ago

I think a sectional would work well in the space, but measure carefully so it doesn't take up more space than your current configuration. Then add a wooden rectangular coffee table. Get those items first before you decide on the wall color, since the sectional color will have a big impact on the room. There are great hard wearing and easy to clean fabrics now which are cozier than leather - just look for a mid-tone color so it's not too light. The current wall color looks like a nice neutral that goes well with your floors. If you want to add accent colors you can do it with artwork, or paint the backside of your shelves. Remove the drapery rods above the doors - they are not wide enough. Or if you need them for sun or privacy, get longer ones so the full drapes can hang to the side of the doors when fully open.

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HU-187528210
5 years ago
Such a cute space!! I’d love to see a sectional in here as well I think it’ll finish the space nicely. I’d add a big rug, table and possibly a new light fixture. What style are you guys after ?
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decoenthusiaste
5 years ago
Upgrade fan light with a chandelier, adding LED's to the built-ins. Style the shelves with 1/3 books, 1/3 large decor items and 1/3 open space. A leather sectional will hold up to the traffic load you have. A 9 x 12 rug from Ruggable is washable!!!
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nmfogel
Original Author
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
We were actually looking at leather sectionals, but I'm concerned it won't feel warm.... recommended color? I am now curious about the light fixtures since you both said something about it. Never even considered something like that!

As far as style, I suppose traditional, but really just cozy and warm.
decoenthusiaste
5 years ago
As for light, a single overhead fan light is just not sufficient. You need that simply to see how to get into the room in the dark. Then dim it and let more intimate lighting take over. Unless you're in a very hot climate, opt for a chandelier instead. Then you need task lighting (table and floor lamps) and lastly accent lighting (in the bookcases, art lights, uplights under plants.) That's how you layer lighting in a room. LED's in the 4000K range will give you a daylight feeling 24/7 but try out some 3500K too and see what you like. Sofa color - warm to go with your floors.
everdebz
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Upstairs paint doesn't have to be same... but what is it painted?

Rug idea if sofa is light blue. Pick some items first and then choose paint, does that work? Maybe a navy recliner wouldn't be hard to find...
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everdebz
5 years ago
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everdebz
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
I like a bit of earthy color that picks up wood floor color -
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everdebz
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Right style this rug idk... but has bit of orange-
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everdebz
5 years ago

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nmfogel
Original Author
5 years ago
I really like the second and third rugs! I think distressed is a great way to go to keep it looking good.

Not sure what the paint is - maybe agreeable gray? Found some cans of that when we moved in.
everdebz
5 years ago
Get your new items first -- combo of greens and blues ?
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5 years ago
Here are a few designs we have completed for clients. Maybe sharing them will you will allow you to figure out what sort of layout and color you want your living room to be/have.
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