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how can I make this space look nicer

2 years ago

I don’t feel like the plants work but I am going for a green kind of look. Any suggestions?

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  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Sounds like you wish to have a more organic look that includes plants. I'd probably ditch the dark drapery panels and go for woven wood shades instead. Bring in more texture with accessories and rugs. Some inspo:



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  • 2 years ago

    Your place looks cluttered with unnecessary stuff. I would get rid of all the greenery, they’re not needed, even though you’re trying to achieve the “green” look. Instead paint your walls in a muted light green. All you need in the bedroom is your bed, dresser and a corner chair, all else should be moved away. Get a couple of large sized pictures for the walls - they can incorporate the greenery you’re yearning for.

  • 2 years ago

    You've got a great view with greenery! Try grouping the plants together and see if you like it better. Maybe on the stand with the vase. If needed, add a 3rd plant.

  • 2 years ago

    How do you close the drapes with that cabinet in the way?

    Grouping the plants all together would improve their appearance. Raise up some of them on box.

  • 2 years ago

    Ok I’m gonna need some help lol. Like this?

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Hmm, maybe these are better on the floor. Pull the tall dracena out of the corner - leave air space around it. Then the larger leafed one to the left of it. Do you have any smaller plants?

    Can any of your curtain rods be extended any wider? For the curtain on the middle window, can you hang it so that it goes right to the end of the rod?

    Consider hanging your mirror near the window. It will reflect the plants, and reflect light into your room.

  • 2 years ago

    Get real plants, they will improve the air in your home instead of being plastic dust collection. You have a great view, don't close it, just replace the curtains with lighter option.

  • 2 years ago

    The plants aren't real?

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Nothing wrong with the drapes.

    I'd get the plants to be higher in the room by placing them in taller planters




    Also you can add battery or rechargeable puck lights into the best of the plants to uplight them and add some drama to your room.



  • 2 years ago

    I think the monstera needs more space. We had one in our bedroom, and it was overwhelming. Ours looks much better in a larger room.

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    There is no Monstera. There is a White Bird of Paradise

  • 2 years ago

    Thanks for the clarification, Beverly! I guess I should have just said "the one with the giant leaves".

  • 2 years ago

    I’m with Lyn. I think softer, lighter colored drapes will make the whole space better. And yes, make the plants higher so they look like they are “the artwork” on the walls.

  • PRO
    last year

    The drapes themselves seem much too dark and not thick enough on either side of the window. If the plants are not real, then get real ones and place in larger planters to make them bigger and higher. Notice how think the curtains are in each of these designs of ours?

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  • last year


    I agree with getting rid of the heavy curtains -- it appears you also have another window in there with blinds. Perhaps outfit them both with a simple bamboo shade for privacy, and light/gauzy panels like in this picture? I actually think your plants are very nice, in addition to your lovely green view. Natural materials like baskets for your plants, might lighten things as well. I'd keep your bedding very simple and light (plus white cotton bedding is timeless and you can always change throw blankets, etc. with the seasons). It seems like you have a lot of furniture in there. Could the little red table be moved? Or the other table next to it? Perhaps the credenza in front of the window could house one of your smaller plants, so you'd have greenery at different levels?

    Looks like you've invested in a very good-performing fan; do you frequently use it, or sometimes stash it out of sight in a closet?

    The rug in this photo is an oriental, but you might find a nice affordable sisal that would look very light and organic to suit your space, too.