Family room decoration
9 years ago
Hi guys, this forum has been a godsend for helping me decorate my new home, so thanks in advance to everyone for their input :)
Attached is our family room that also doubles up a playroom for kids. We do have a sitting room for guests but extended family when visiting usually ends up sitting here too and as we spend a lot of time here I want to make it look presentable. The TV location wont change. I want a grey/beige and turquoise theme, my style is contemporary so im looking for ideas around:
1. Thinking of changing the sofas to L-shaped settees so the space between the 2 sofas is utilised and it can seat at least 6 people, hopefully more, with kids is it best to go with fabric or leather and what colour?
2. How best to decorate the wall space?
3. How to decorate the space above and below TV?
Thank youu!
Attached is our family room that also doubles up a playroom for kids. We do have a sitting room for guests but extended family when visiting usually ends up sitting here too and as we spend a lot of time here I want to make it look presentable. The TV location wont change. I want a grey/beige and turquoise theme, my style is contemporary so im looking for ideas around:
1. Thinking of changing the sofas to L-shaped settees so the space between the 2 sofas is utilised and it can seat at least 6 people, hopefully more, with kids is it best to go with fabric or leather and what colour?
2. How best to decorate the wall space?
3. How to decorate the space above and below TV?
Thank youu!
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9 years agoIt looks like quite a small room. I think corner sofas can work in small rooms, giving them a cozy feel. How about a big turquoise sofa, but keeping the rest of the furniture minimal? I'd have a bit of a toy declutter too
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