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Decorating Living Room

10 years ago

I need help decorating my living room and some paint options for my walls. I just moved into the house and I am artistically challenged. So I appreciate all the help that I can get. I have attached some photos as visual aid. Thanks, -R

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Serra Design Inc

10 years ago

Hi My, These are not and I repeat not the rugs for your decor, consider a more modern approach like these.

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User
10 years ago
The house appears modern, your furnishings traditional. What route do you want to go?
Miriam Kidd
10 years ago
Ok
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myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
I would like to go with Traditional...
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Jane Antonacci Interior Design
10 years ago
Start with a rug. Find a light colorful rug that has colors that you love on a lighter background and we can build the room around that. Because of the architecture, give a nod to the modern with a couple of modern white fabric chairs in the mix, or maybe a light marble coffee table. Don't do anymore leather though, please. Time to soften things a bit with fabrics.

Most important tip: Keep the proportions about 80-85% traditional and 15-20% modern. Think of it like a painting and add a bit of modern judiciously, as an accent. Good luck to you. It is fortunate to have such a spacious space!
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Building Company Number 7, Inc.
10 years ago
a nice chocolate brown on the walls would be a good match with your furniture and floors. Or a light yellow with green and brown accents.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Hi Jane, I love your suggestion. I am so glad you said something about the rug because I have shortlisted 2 rugs (see attachment) for my living room. I would love to get your take on it.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thank you for your suggestion Matthew (Building Company Number 7).
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thank you Tony, I would have never thought of going with modern rugs. I will give this a serious thought. Any suggestions on wall decor?
User
10 years ago
Most carpet places will let you take a few home to try. Take a couple from each style and play with the look, it may help you decide with the direction of the wall art.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks Margo..
Geneviève
10 years ago
I would work with these colours

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myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Should my rug be small or big?
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks Genevieve for your suggestion..
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
Big Big Big Rugs! Wall decor EBay search for: Wall Art Metal Decor Abstract Sculpture Modern Painting Home Contemporary Large
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks once again Tony...-R
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
I love the wall art Tony, but I don't have a wall that is big enough to fit the whole thing.
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
Well I was thinking large, So How about a metal sculpture instead of an "art piece" ? Really like the table coffee too. these items are on Etsy, mot badly priced for art.
Laurie
10 years ago
Painting the walls another colour would do wonders for the room. Or adding darker accent wall would be nice too.
Ed
10 years ago
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Hi Myhizzle, Congrats on your new home. You have a very nice space. The floor looks very pretty -- is it bamboo or wood? What material and finish is it ?
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Tony - I went shopping this weekend for rugs and art work and I found the following...Let me know your thoughts
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
ED - It is a custom color bamboo hardwood floor. I don't know all the details cos it came with the house.
amafixer
10 years ago
Your new rug choices will bring some transitional elements in.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks amafixer
PRO
Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
Hi, thank you so much for asking, i love what you found, I am favoring the one on the left for sure, what sizes does it come in. If you give me the dimensions of the room, the rug and the furniture, I will do a space plan and post it for you.
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Jane Antonacci Interior Design
10 years ago
HI! Sorry I didn't respond before. I am new to Houzz! I really like the rug on the left. It has a uniqueness to it. The one on the right is a classic design, but with lots of reproductions of it right now. If I see something a lot, I get bored with it. You can choose fabrics that work with the colors in the rug, or "push" the colors a bit. For instance, the burgundy color might "push" into a deeper purple or purplish blue, rather than an exact match to the burgundy. The beige could go very creamy, and the Khaki looking color could become an olive or olive/brown. See what I mean? If in doubt, you can work closely with the colors also, as it is easier than the push. And don't push them all. Only one or two and match the other colors. To keep your modern feel, think about 2 black Barcelona chairs, or another very modern design. Even though you want it traditional, try to stay away from "brown" wood furniture. Think traditional shapes in fun colors, like a chest on legs in a lacquered deep red or to add some freshness. Think about painting your cocktail table in a shiny, creamy white. Instantly, all is fresher and more fun! good luck to you!
Ducktuck
10 years ago
Hi, what is the dimension of the room? Helps for art and rug size :)
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
Hi Shahid Ansari, we need to see more samples of your rugs, do you offer antique rugs too?
PURE Art and Design
10 years ago
There's a lot of teal showing these days and a very light teal on the walls would work with your furniture and that carpet you like
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Persian Crafts
10 years ago
Check these rugs too. They are hand woven Persian rugs on sale with free shipment. For more information and receiving our catalogs mail us at:
thepersiancrafts@gmail.com
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
These rugs are not the right style for your house.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Hi Tony, thank you so much for your suggestions. In response to one your previous comments, my living room is approximately 19' X 15' and I am thinking about an area rug that is 9'X12' 6" . This rug covers the area between the sofa and the TV stand (9 feet) and between the 2 chairs on either side of the TV (12.5 feet). What do you think about the size of the rug?
PRO
Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
Perfect, glad to see your back at it...What style were you looking at?
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
I live the Dallas-Fort Worth Area and I have been shopping around rugs for over a 2 months now (with a couple of breaks in between). I found that most of the designs that come in that size are mostly traditional. So, I went online and I found 2 places that sell rugs that you had previously suggested and I am going with this.
linkss
10 years ago
I really like your room, I too like a mix of contemporary and traditional. I love your floors. I have a similar very light living room space. If you like the mix of old and new I like the idea of rich Persian carpets with quite modern sofas, and then tying in 'the old' with special antique pieces here and there. I also think your floor colors would be great with blue/teal colours. Here are just some ideas in terms of colours that you could perhaps bring into your living room.

Sorry the pics are so wonky - my great photography skills from a magazine :)
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Myhizzle You 'rock' !!! I am sure you will post pix.
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KARA LEATHERS
10 years ago
Hi ! you already have your rug selected? let me know! if cowhide rug might be a choice
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Serra Design Inc
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
Hi Myhizzle, I can look to see if I can find you this rug for less? What is the price you were quoted?
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Hi Tony, The quote I received on this particular rug was $385 including taxes. I also forgot to mention that the Rug is 100% Polypropylene. The rug is available in blue as well.
Any suggestions on the accent chairs for my living room. The one that i have right now have a very dark tone, so I was thinking about using these chairs in my secondary living or study and maybe get a lighter/modern accent chair?
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks Linkss for your suggestion. The furniture that I have in my living room is brand new and therefore, I have no intention of replacing them with modern furniture (like the ones in the pics). However, I like the idea on mixing traditional with modern/contemporary styles.
myhizzle408
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks to everyone for providing your input. I appreciate it greatly.
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Original Author
7 years ago
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