This awkward space

5 years ago

Hi all,
I have this awkward unused space in my living room that connects between the dining room. As you can see in pictures it has a ventilation box (that we are unsure what it’s for) as well as an electrical outlet.
It’s right beside the fireplace that divides the living room and the dining room.
Does anybody have any good ideas what we should do with the space? Currently have some decorative vases there but not sure if this is the best use for it. Normally my Christmas tree goes in front of this area.

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BeverlyFLADeziner
5 years ago
Lovely room. Nice details. You were on the right track with the vases, but they are not the correct size and the branches are a swing and a miss IMO.

If you think you can keep this 'corn plant' alive as they take relatively low light and this area would work. If you cannot, then consider this faux tree from Amazon. I have two in my home. Having been in the silk plant business decades ago I am extremely particular about faux trees. This is a great one.

If you don't want to purchase a plant then perhaps a black pedestal with a piece of glass art on top.

I don't think you have selected the right size canvas for over the fireplace so I have added two options.

https://www.amazon.com/Nearly-Natural-5403-Dracaena-6-5-Feet/dp/B00FUNGOX4
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Mae Day Organizing and Interior Design
5 years ago
Honestly it looks great just as it is. They would do better tucked back into the corner and out of the walkway. Another option would be to put a console table there with a mirror or art over the table. That will balance the two sides since you have artwork on the opposite walkway wall. Beautiful house. Nice job with the decorations.
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JAN MOYER
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
A prior owner wanted a water safe flooring beneath a plant area and even decided to ignore a heat run.....? Probably relocated to the wall when the plant area needing installation?? . The entire space is poorly designed, pinched passages and completely overwrought and over thought. Don't obsess and the vase cluster is a "solution." I guess : )

Personally, I can't stop staring at the ceiling line. Yikes.
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CDR Design, LLC
5 years ago
I'd remove the vases and put nothing there.

Find out what the vent is for.
everdebz
5 years ago
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I'm not a pro, but this type would interest me - Idk with the number of paint colors / finishes in the area - but this is one way to add rough contrast to the smooths.

https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/55709-Phillips-Collection-Rustic-Lodge-Teak-Wood-Slice-Square-Pedestal-Large?msclkid=8e361324fc5414e50c1b7361093cf430&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=B%20-%20Shopping%20-%20Catch%20All&utm_term=4585169649382608&utm_content=G%20-%20XA%20-%20Shopping%20-%20Catch%20All
yardbones
5 years ago
What about some firewood?
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Mae Day Organizing and Interior Design
5 years ago
Good morning M,

It looks like you are thinking about making changes to the floors and fireplace. Is the fireplace a wood burning fireplace? Anyway, it would look better if both walkways around the fireplace were matching wood floors. I can see that you already have some remodeling in progress. Best wishes and I hope all goes quickly and well with the Remodel.

MAE