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Living room furniture and design for 1st home

9 years ago

Hi I'm looking for advice with some design for my living room.

I'm not sure whether I should put a round or rectangular mirror above the fireplace and what I should put next to the brown armchair (console table?) the space next to that chair is only 90cm.

We like gold and red so we were also thinking of getting some art to put above the sofa, but can't find any red and gold abstract art.

Any advice would be great thanks :)

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minnie101
9 years ago
Hi. I think either would work. If you go for a round mirror, I would go for something about 2/3 of the size of the mantle. I'm not sure of your taste in art but have attached a couple of pics. These are from contemporary canvas and art4uk. Also try art.uk if you haven't already. Consoles look good next to fireplaces but I'm not sure you would have the space with the chair. You could try a side table,leather trunk, magazine rack, large floor ornament or cabinet?
Adam Collins
9 years ago
Have you thought about a one way mirror above the fire place, with the tv behind it. You can't see the tv when its switched off but it becomes visible when its switched on ?
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8 years ago
Hi there,

That is an excellent space for a piece of artwork. I might have some suggestions for you, mostly in black and gold, but if you would like 'red and gold', you can request for a custom order. Meanwhile, check out these pieces below and see if you like any:

1. After Dark

2. Playground
Playground 22.5" x 15" mixed media art · More Info

Playground 22.5" x 15" mixed media art · More Info

3. The Yin Yang Tree

4. Alchemy Blend

5. Alchemic Geometry

6. Alchemic Explosion

7. Hello Beautiful Wall Art Poster (Framed or Unframed)

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