Why not the green of the pillow? Maybe a stripe or a print?

I’d keep looking on chairs. I just don’t find those very inviting with the direction you’re going. I think it would be fine to bring in warmer tones/browns/etc … they’re actually back in style. :) You can definitely still have an updated, fresher look with them.

Have an overall plan in advance for a cohesive and unified space. Discover your style first by putting different styles in the top HOUZZ search box (one at a time). Examples are traditional, transitional, casual. Note what you like and don't like. I would not get anything gray - that color doesn't lend itself to a warm cozy vibe. Warm ivory or off white are classic colors that never goes out of style and goes with most items. Here are warm colors: ivory, olive green, golden yellow, orange, brown. Cool colors: bright white, ice pastels, gray, royal blue, purple, emerald green, pine green, forest green, taupe, black, navy. Your mood board is fab - I love the blue and green! Here are some ideas about how to add brightness to your space: If you don't need privacy on your windows, use nothing or sheers. Pay close attention to your lighting. I love a very well lit room. In the iving area, ceiling lights are not the most flattering. If you insist on having ceiling lights in the living area, at least put them on dimmers. Much better is a large table lamp or wall sconce in each corner at chest height. Another way to get light bouncing around in the living area is to put mirrors or glass in strategic areas. Put a mirror on the wall where there is a nice reflection. I went to a glass place and had glass pieces put on all my living room side tables. Also (if this goes with your decor), see where else you can incorporate mirrored or glass surfaces - lamp bases, picture frames, etc. Don't overdo that, however, or you will end up with a Hollywood glam look!

I liked your post. After 'light ivory sofa' and child and dog, I thought as I often do - why then have light upholstery. ;)

With new medium-toned floor, would you like a vibe with distressed wood, whether a table, or counter stools, etc.?

What about a tan leather

Here are photo-rooms you saved -

Sofa / furniture the color of linen more versatile [than ivory maybe], with options like muted nature yellow-green; the emerald forest green... and the blues ?

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Thanks @everdebz I struggle with mixing wood tones but will probably have a basket or two to bring in some woody colors. I am a pretty straight- laced traditional boring accountant (own it) and like neat and tidy so distressed is hard for me. I love my entertainment console (the rich brown and the warmth). I agree with bringing in more texture and plan to do that with pillows and throws (the top pillows are just what I clipped because I liked the colors not sure if I'll do anything with them) and who knows what else, I need some decor items for sure. The wood table in the picture is also just a style I like for the breakfast area. There is something to be done there in terms of color and fixtures etc but one room is hard enough.

You also saved this room, and they wrote: Wall Color – Sherwin Williams SW7036 Accessible Beige. Maybe you could 'copy' this room, as they say.

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Agree with Everdebz … love that fabric! Get creative with the chairs. :)

Girl thats way outside my comfort zone but i’m gonna try to get there lol.

You for blue style?

the gold- squash tan? or their pewter, warmed with the cane sides? so many options!

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Try to include more of th eitems you plant to use so the Inspriation board paints a more comprehensive picture.