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9 years ago

What type of curtain can I use print see below would this be ok

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Patricia Colwell Consulting

9 years ago

If you eliminated some of the pillows off the sofa ,( there are way too many) the large ones for sure you could probably use a print but that one is too busy I would choose something with a bigger design or even just a simple gray and white stripe.or even a fabric with the writing on it.like one of the pillows.

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pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Here is without the yellow pillows
sondramartina
9 years ago
How about 4 pillows only? You need space to sit :)
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qam999
9 years ago
The pillows could be rotated for a change of look every month or two.
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
I want to thank everyone on your comments. I will keep u updated on the changes I made I have already removed the extra pillows and is looking for an area rug with yellow design. Please continue to give me suggestion I am open to them. I am not afraid of pattern and I do love yellows and red help thanks Patrice
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Interior Affairs -- Vickie Daeley
9 years ago
The picture is pretty dark but from what i can see it looks fabulous!
acm
9 years ago
Honestly, I don't mind anything about the pillows except their number. however, part of what makes this seem busy is the plethora of things that are reflected in the mirror. Is there any way you could put a smaller framed mirror, some quiet art, or even a piece of framed fabrric there? The mirror is not helping your room come together...
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
This is what it look like with just 4pillows
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
This is one half of the room and theses r the chairs that came with the couch
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
I totally agree the mirror is a problem how about if I add a frame around would that help maybe sliver
acm
9 years ago
white, black, yellow. don't add more elements. still, art better...
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
We're can I find some art to match my color scheme would prier one sale them
susan2494
9 years ago
Pier 1 or Overstock.com. Also I would get an area rug to tie your furniture together. Keep it neutral the same with the curtains. You can buy mirrors that are a piece of artwork. The mirror shouldn't be the vocal point it should be the frame.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
9 years ago
I would have kept the yellow pillows and got rid of the big gray ones they do nothing for the sofa or the room and really smaller pillows are better.
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
I have removed the big gray pillows and added the yellow ones. Now I much find the prefix rug any suggestion design dilemma
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Sorry for the miss spelled words. I was trying to say I need to find the perfect rug and draperies to tie it all in.
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deiman
9 years ago
The third pic is better id keep it that way
susan2494
9 years ago
I might stay away from drapes that are patterned and stay with a solid. Depending on the pattern of the rug you chose. Look at O.com for area rugs. I have listed a few in greys, yellow, gold (depending on your accent colors, they look more on the gold side) # 16050278 , 14040183, 12958636,
tlparks
9 years ago
How about checking out West Elm's Vines Wool Rug in neutral? I have seen it in person. It's very neutral on the gray side. Much prettier in person than on the internet.
susan2494
9 years ago
More examples...14533885, 14697562
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
I have some pics of rugs what do u think
susan2494
9 years ago
I like .....it gives good texture to the room and will look nice with your patterned chairs.
happyleg
9 years ago
I like your room. Drapes colors to choose, gray, oatmeal. linen, gold, off white.
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Here r others as we'll
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
I love the gray rug too now I must work on my mirror thanks every one for your advice I keep u posted after ever change
susan2494
9 years ago
I also like the 2 yellow designs. I do like color. The chevron design picks up your lampshades The nice thing about rugs they can be returned after living with them a day or two. If ordering online be sure to check their return policies. :>) Or order the 2 you like best and send the other back.
regina5697
9 years ago
The format I like to stick with regarding patterns is as follows:

Usually 3 different patterns in the room.
A large pattern, used sparingly ( your chairs and matching pillows)
A medium pattern
A small pattern or textured fabric

I think you have too many large print patterns...the chevron lamp shades, each patterned pillow is a large print, the rugs you are considering are large patterns and so are the drapes you originally asked about. Each one is adorable and technically color matches, but the eye has nowhere to rest. If it were my room, I would begin by changing the lamp shades to plain. Then reduce the number of pillows using a large, medium and small pattern. Chose a lightish textured, plain in color rug (linen or pale gray). Your drapes...?...plain, but with a colored band either along the bottom or down the length of the inside edge.
I agree with the comments about the mirror as well.
In all, you are really doing a great job putting a fun room together, it just needs a bit of tweaking and you will feel it becoming more comfortable. Love your color combination!
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Here are some lamps I am looking into what do u guys think
regina5697
9 years ago
I found this photo today and thought back to your dilemma...
http://houzz.com/photos/5285533
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
That is very nice this is the wood I chose to trim my mirror what do u think will this work I will paint it black
happyleg
9 years ago
Yes
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Hey everyone I am back just trim the glass to give it personality just brought some added trim for inside the glass tell me what u think. Thanks design dilemma. Also for my windows, my drapes will be gray painting that wall a light grey what do u think.
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Manhattan Home Design
9 years ago
For artwork definately keep it simple like this design from etsy, be careful though as it can sometimes make a room seem smaller, to avoid this I would perhaps consider making the walls a soft blue with white accenting giving your room a summer feeling all year round. Looking forward to seeing where you go next :)
happyleg
9 years ago
I love it! Nice job!
Işık
9 years ago
Hi
I would use the rug like this.not this very dark grey.more light grey or even yellow could be.i m sure that kind of rug going very well with your room style.but pls use solid colour.i also have very similar rug in my living room as i advice.( overdyed vintage patchwork rug)it is really useful,not heavy,natural.by the way i m from Istanbul/Turkey.so i m lucky.i bought it very low price.anyway your room is very nice.i love the mirror with black trim.you can also use white light soft net curtain as you already have and grey drapes on two sides.
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Cabinets & Designs
9 years ago
Hello pwilliams5
I think you should go for a solid yellow rug, we think that can pull your room together.
susan2494
9 years ago
Check out Overstock.com for rug ##: 16407644 It has a pattern but has shades of yellow. I think it would be perfect for your space. Just my opinion. Sorry, I can't attach picture. Maybe you can to get another opinion.
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Camerich Los Angeles
9 years ago
Your place is coming together quite nicely and adding a rug will tie everything in. Good luck!
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Belle Bleu Interiors
9 years ago
Your room looks great!!! I love the black trim around the mirror. I agree a rug will add the finishing touch.
groveraxle
9 years ago
Your room is very beautiful. I'm glad you framed the mirror and ditched the sconces. I think it looks best without a rug. Let the beautiful floors show. But here is a rendering of some rugs--I couldn't find the Safavieh you posted above so I substituted a couple of others--and if you do decide you need one, I think the gray looks best.
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Interior Affairs -- Vickie Daeley
9 years ago
Love the room...looks great...However;I would remove the mirror and hang art...the image in the mirror is the picture in your living room. I think this vision could be better with art!
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Hello everybody just an update on my design dilemma as u can see add trim around that boring mirror thanks for suggestion. Also love the illustration how the yellow or gray carpet would look in my room. How did u do that. Now I would like to focus on my drapes before I go further should I go solid with sheers? I don't know I would to incorporate some how with those color of yellow and grays in my formal dinning. As u can see my I have open concept so it like my front and dinning is one room.
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Here r some more pictures to give some idea table temporary oping more formal
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
Dinning table will but more formal
anne dee
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
Is there an area rug for the space?
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
This was illustrated how it would look with an area rug I wish I new how to do this but her r some illustration
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User
9 years ago
I would use a solid color from your living room color palette. Also I would get rid of the mirror and replace it with a painting.
pwilliams5
Original Author
9 years ago
How do u do that online placing items in your rooms so I can play with my room
cyberstory
9 years ago
I really like the sofa. Can you share where you purchased it from?
Kathleen Peterson
5 years ago
Get rid of the mirror altogether! Don't bother to frame it in black although that does help a little.

Find two nice black on white paper prints, framed simply in narrow black frames with white matts.

Remove some of the pillows as there are too many to see the nice design of the sofa, and place a lower floral arrangement to one side on the coffee table with maybe a large book and a yellow dish. Remember to keep the scale of the items in check so they don't overpower the rest of the room, then remove some of the pictures on the end tables. Too much is toooooo much.
happyleg
5 years ago
A painting above couch. Move mirror to entry, or hall or a bedroom door or closet.

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