I have proudly been given my great grandmothers table, china cabinet, china and buffet. They are beautiful pieces, but I am not sure how to display them to my taste. My "style" is a mix of traditional and contemporary. But these pieces are SO traditional that i cant see past them. I am so unsure, that I have done nothing. No rug, no drapes...I'm lost!

I have other pics that I will post in the comments. Specifically a chair, a dinner plate from the china and a closer look at the cabinet.

I am thinking I want a black and white patterned rug and drapes that are thick horizontal stripes. I am not afraid of color (but I don't want pink or purple...the colors from the china). Don't know what to do.

So, in short, I would love to hear your thoughts on furniture layout, drapery colors, wall colors, display of the china in the cabinet and on the buffet. And if you have seen anything...please post pics.