Help with bench choice in family area
Hello, we have an extension which we use as living space. Under the TV, there is a media unit coming which is oak with gold legs. On the side perpendicular to the sofa is an alcove where the pipes etc for underfloor heating are kept which we use as some storage at the moment, but it's open.
For some seating apart from the sofa, we thought of buying a bench (see link below), which can slot in perfectly to the alcove and can be brought out when seating is required. Our walls are grey and decor is blue/yellow/grey etc but the bench (with matching gold legs to the soon to come tv unit) is velvet dark green and gold legs. Will this go in the room? Advice please!
Link for bench we like:
https://www.made.com/asare-upholstered-storage-bench-pine-green-brass
PS: Also any tips to hide the washing machine would be great! we have next to no room to manouvre it further inside and the carpenter does not have enough room to put a board in front :(
Thank you all
Sonal
Comments (10)
Sonal Tripathi
5 years agoRelated Discussions
Area Rug & Coffee Table Help
Comments (11)I absolutely agree (& appreciate) all advice! I was afraid of being too detailed but the help I've received has given much guidance. I'm pointing out a couple key things in hopes of helping me out even more building on these great tips. Included before photos (we have lived here for 9mo now so some is my poor choices/coupled w/financial patience+ happy decisions! Ready to tie it together & LIVE w/out mismatch/incomplete "one day" still lingering. Before: So much blue pulled out more in fireplace/kitchen backsplash & did not like. It's more gray when not accented so that was 1st intention. I loved the blue loveseat but wanted something more practical(& less blue)..Green replaced it but seemed small (although matched main sofa)Added wall frame behind & knew coffee table would eventually not be larger than green couch. It's comfortably laid on (as if a chaise lounge) so turned out practical. The rug is absolutely too small which I worried about. We purchased on our own & after curtain fiasco's, settled with it actually "going" okay. The blue ikat chair was also going to be a (sad) sell considering it's comfy & swivels. Realized it would go very unique IF my rug were not the same. Please note: I think swapping the orange/ivory couch pillows to tie in the new pieces would help? Larger, more neutral area rug but COMFY. Smaller, square & practical coffee table have been big concerns but thanks to you all.... *** I think a square/tufted ottoman top, "bench coffee table" may be solution? Possibly with gold/antique silver legs to match end tables? or something white washed/gray weathered-- not TOO farmhousey--- to tie in mirror & "bar" shelves. Rug must be MUCH larger but still at loss for exact type/color. (afraid I will overdue it... OR that a neural style will end up uncomfortable AND orangey/outdoor looking.) **Kitchen bar stools are also going to be replaced as they don't go well with space so suggestions for those more than welcome! Large space between dining table windows is terrifying. Will take time I am afraid.Needs to be just right for blank 10FT+ of space! Eventually raising window curtain height above actual windows would make the space seem larger & continue the theme of French Country Farmhouse meets a COMFY, Eclectic Minimalism? I am to the point of *wishing* I could just hire someone!!!...See MoreFloorboard colour choice help please
Comments (12)You don't state if you are planning to keep the existing worktop and tiles. If these are to remain I would consider replacing Welvet with Strong White ( this works really well in a smaller spaces with dark worktops) for the ceilings and woodwork, use the Ammonite on the walls with Oval Room Blue on the cupboards and Worsted on the floor. Or if you prefer a more versatile more neutral approach which allows you to change accent colours without a major rework you could paint the floor using F&B Railings ( or use a similar colour stain to show the wood grain through which would add some interest) and paint the cupboards either Cornforth white or Purbeck stone. I would carry the colour scheme through into the hallway where the coats hang to avoid drawing the eyes to this area....See MoreFrom dark, dingy flats…to fresh family home
Comments (1)Wow. That is a gorgeous transformation. Well done. :Looks stunning and very family friendly. Shannon...See Morehelp with wall art colour choice
Comments (2)What about displaying a mixture of quirky, fun or heirloom plates? Maybe from holidays destinations, or made by your children at the local ceramic workshop, or just found in the charity shops? I saw a few pictures lately, and thought it was such a fun alternative way to art in a kitchen! They can also bring in fresh & crazy colours which you wouldn’t dare using otherwise on a bigger scale!...See MoreSonal Tripathi
5 years ago
PROLomuarredi Ltd
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoHello Sonal! I would recommend you these benches/poufs (click on the product name). The design is modern but versatile at the same time and the colours available are very elegant.
Sonal Tripathi
5 years ago
PROKerry Bryan Interiors
5 years agoSonal Tripathi
5 years ago- PRO
Kerry Bryan Interiors
5 years ago Sonal Tripathi
5 years ago- PRO
Kerry Bryan Interiors
5 years ago
Kerry Bryan Interiors