how to complete the living room
Sam Ewing
6 years ago
Hi all hope you can help. This is the living room. We are just to afraid to buy lights, rugs, mirrors or painting paintings because of past failed attempts. What would be a good color palette to use here when looking for those accessories? Where should we start? Thanks a lot.
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phb_284
6 years agoHi, I too like your colour scheme. I’d be inclined to pick up on the old gold from the cushion and go for rugs and art work on the sofa and sideboard walls to complement that. Maybe paint one wall (media wall?) in the same shade. Bring in some more throws and cushions. The lamps seem small for the space so maybe add an arched floor standing lamp and get some larger side table lamps.
The vertical blinds say ‘office’ to me but if you like them, soften the edges with floor length curtains in whatever colour palette you choose, (you dont have to close them!) I found the attached image of the idea I was thinking, it looks more fluorescent but think your cushion colour!
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