Spacious but boring lounge!
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Misha M
6 years agoMisha M
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Comments (2)I think I would leave the wall out but have more than one extra quiet extractor to deal with cooking smells. I would also look into increasing the ceiling height to increase the feeling of space....See MoreIs my lounge too safe and boring?
Comments (6)Thanks, I will look for some stronger patterned cushions instead of some of the plain ones, I am still looking for a side table, lamp etc so can bring in a bit more interest there....See MoreBoring 'cold' lounge
Comments (10)Hi Sally, You could wallpaper the ceiling and the wall opposite the window (or just the ceiling!) ; apply a complimentary colour to the other three (or all) walls and another colour for the cornicing, architraves and skirting to make these a bit of a feature. You could also replace the current curtains with full length ones that stack back further from the window to make it appear bigger and conceal the radiator. I think mid tone blues would make the room appear slightly cold, I would go for dark blues/ greys/rich browns. Farrow&Ball have a sumptuous selection of wallpapers and suggested complimentary paint colours so this could be a good place to start. I think these would look amazing in your living room: Feature Ceiling in Ocelot Wallpaper This is would look rather fabulous on the ceiling: Amime Wallpaper Good luck! Natalia FifteenFifteen...See MoreLounge needs revamping
Comments (5)Hey, you have a really nice space to work with. Often subtle hints of colour can really help bring a room to life, in the example I've shown below, they have used soft grey tones to break up the cream colour. things like throws and cushions are a really easy way to start adding some contrast into your room. Another simple tip that makes the world of difference is to add some greenery, a tall plant in that far corner would help bring the room to life. Finally, those curtains make don't really fit the theme of the rest of the room. A white wooden venetian blind would look perfect and would also give you more precise light control. giving you more privacy, as well as helping the room feel more light and spacious in the daytime. https://www.makemyblinds.co.uk/wooden-blinds/...See More
annalyzer1001
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6 years agoI like the idea of using the dark orange from the picture as a theme. I noticed you have a black lacquer oriental style cabinet next to the sofa at the moment. This would go with the dark orange and you could extend this with one or two other similar pieces - a coffee table and perhaps a pair of cabinets in the alcoves rather than fitted shelves. Something like the sideboard below, which is part of our Chinese Classical range.
annalyzer1001
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6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoI agree with Sally Ann layout will make huge difference especially having such a lovely spacious room.
For colour scheme if your hubby doesn’t like orange, how about greens, sage colours, greys? If you are keeping curtains, you already have greys in curtains, maybe paint walls in a nice grey.
I recently decorated my small through room, the only thing i kept was my brown leather sofas so had to work with colours and items that worked well with sofas. I chose green velvet which looks fab with brown, then blues, sage, greys. I painted walls in grey and it completely transformed my room.
1. You could also have blinds
2. Have your curtains just hanging without tie backs
3. What style and look do you want to achieve?
4. Change your ceiling lights to something modern
I attach pics of my own room, showing how the green and greys go well together. Not everyones taste but i love it.
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Angie
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6 years agoHi Annalyzer i spotted this pic and thought of you. The room has greens, brown leather, dark blues and striped cushions same as your curtains, I thought it all goes fab together. The plants need toning down a bit!!accessories are from H&M, they have a lovely range of affordable home interiors
annalyzer1001
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6 years agoUPDATE: We are nearly there. Just needs to buy a rug, chandelier, clock and something to put up on the wall. Thanks for all your help.
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6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoI think it looks great................I still think the picture needs to come off the mantelpiece. Replace it with an over mantle mirror, which is what would traditionally go there.
I know that your husband wanted to keep the picture, but it really doesn't go. If it has to stay in the room, then maybe to the left of the T.V on the blank wall, but i'd find a different home for it.
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6 years agoLalitte Stolper
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amordesigns
6 years agoI don’t think the sofas are depressing, they are practical, and can look great. Any sofa can look great with the right accessories.
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