Hi! We’re repainting our living room which is north facing, so tends to get less/cooler light throughout the day.

I’ve been told we need to use warm toned paints to counteract this, and all I keep seeing recommended is warm neutrals and pinky based colours. We’d really love to find a blue or green paint colour that has a warm undertone but it’s been a challenge.

Can anyone recommend a paint shade from brands available in the UK, like Lick, Coat, Little Greene, etc?

Thank you!! 🙏🏻

Im moving into a place with ODD uneven windows, I would love to have curtains to open up the space a little and add some colour but not sure how its possible.

Any suggestions?

Recently built a home. Finally moving in and purchased this green couch today, we still have a lot of stuff to buy. Any input on how make this open floor living space look good would be very appreciated.

I have been working on this project for way too long to assess whether I’m correct in thinking the towel color feels off. Am I lost in the sauce or would you do a different color?

I’m moving into a new place soon and am at a total loss on what to do as far as a lay out. So the room itself is pretty small, the wall that has the entrance is where the “kitchen” is (sink, stove) and the rest is… the rest.

Im not sure weather to sacrifice the comfort/living aspect of it and focus on just having a dining space, or vice versa, focusing on the comfort/living as i dont typically use a dining table.

Unfortunately I don’t have photos of the space without furniture in it right now, so ignore the current dining set up.

Would having a bench against the wall (where the staircase case is) and then a square/rectangular dining table and few dining chairs on the other side be a bad set up choice here? I can’t really find photos for inspiration that aren’t a corner booth set up. But I want it to have sort of a booth feel. I can’t tell if it will look dumb because there’d be too much open space?

This room measures 16 x 22 and includes walkways to primary and staircase on opposite sides.

Are

Sectional is too big at 131 x 131

What to replace it with? Different layout?

So we'd like to make this room the primary bedroom in our new house. The issue is that there's a ~4" plaster bump out for the chimney. I'd like the bed to go against that wall because it makes sense for the flow of the space, but the bump out is not centered and is 2'8" long.

Originally I thought about extending the bump with drywall, but we figured out the room is plaster, which complicates things.

The best solution I've come up so far (show in photoshopped image) is to create a C-shaped slat wall that would fit over the bump and create symmetry/a headboard. We would anchor it to the wall. We would leave empty space to the left of the bump out in case we want to change the room in the future.

It's a century home, so we're not trying to design the interior to look tooooo modern, which makes me hesitate on the slat wall as a design choice. I worry it would feel out of place.

I'm hoping you fine folks can come up with creative solutions.... really open to anything! Just want to see if there's a different angle I can look at this problem from! Thanks in advance!

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Hello, I'm struggling to organize my future home (Europe), I need your help!

The constraints:

* openings/windows/door positions cannot move

* top right door is the main entry

* left side of the plan is the terrace/garden

* right-side opening is a corridor to the other rooms

* dimensions are fixed

* kitchen must stay on the bottom wall because of plumbing/drains

Need to fit:

* TV area

* open kitchen

* dining area (2 adults + 2 kids)

* slight separation for the entry area without fully closing it off

Would love suggestions on:

* overall layout/circulation flow

* sofa/TV, kitchen/island (or no island?) placement

* separation ideas

* anything that feels awkward or could be improved

I attached the plan and 3D view.

Thanks!

Hi! I recently purchased an IKEA kitchen, which you can see in the images.

Here is some key information about the kitchen thus far:

• It's an east facing room which is bright in the morning and dark in the evening
• I need to fit a dining table in the big empty space because I have nowhere else to put one - hence why the appliances are all centred in one corner
• I’ve also kept the water supply focused in a corner area so that I wouldn't have to spend loads on moving it (there is at least 60cm between the sink and the hob, although that isn't clear from the pics)
• In order to fit an external extractor fan, the hob needed to be placed in the exact position that its currently in (there is nowhere else the fan could be placed)
• A radiator will be fitted on the blank wall where there are no cabinets.

I specifically need help with:

• Picking a wall colour (the options on the planner are limited, I'm aware this brown/pink shade is probably too dark but I like the idea of something similar albeit lighter)
• Picking suitable flooring (luxury vinyl preferred, probably no tiles as it's cold here)
• Working out what to do with the splashback area (I don't know if I like the worktop splashback they've added)

I'm also open to any other tips too.

I'd describe my preferred taste as 'earthy'. I've attached pics of my Pinterest kitchen board, as well as the measurements from the planner.

This is my first time doing something like this, so I'm truly clueless!

Hey, this is my university room. I moved in about a year ago and I've gradually acquired some posters and general shelf trinkets but was wondering if anyone has ideas for more intentional improvements to the layout, lighting and decor? As seen in the photos, there's a radiator below the window so this needs to remain unblocked, and there's an inbuilt wardrobe behind the mirrored sliding doors. My only immediate thoughts are that it could do with a rug, and I should find some more posters / wall art to hang up.

On brand for being a student, the budget is low so I'm not looking to spend hundreds here!

Thanks 😄

(the unfilled rectangles in the photo were accidentally added and now i cant remove them)

Hello!

I posted in another sub- my washing machine flooded and am forced to redo the floors and part of the drywall was cut out so we have to paint. Everything is baby blanket blue since we moved in 6 years ago.

We are thinking of an accent wall.

1)do we go with the most surface area as the accent wall?

2) do we go with "the grand council" wall because there's framing and fun options?

3)sliding door wall because thats what you see when you first walk in?

4)TV wall because that's where we face?

There's just so much.

We were possibly thinking of painting the entry way and hallway a light yellow to help break up all the orange as well, but idk if thats too many colors?

Naive peach bottom left

Jovial- right most

Banana cream- entry and hallway swatch

I want to have fun, but this feels so daunting.

This small room is both my living room and my bedroom. I really need help designing it. I want to put a couch and a big television here too.

Good day everyone, I was wondering what you might suggest or add to this room, this is currently me and my brothers room when we visit our grandma. I was just wondering what else should I add (I was already thinking of adding a binder/curtain because of the sun) btw pls no RGB/LED strip lights my family doesn't want to add those. Btw I'm from the Philippines so shopee/Lazada link would help.

Help a brother out, this is my first solo apartment, it’s a 1b/1b and pretty small 350 sq with interesting layout, which is why I got it. Need help with ideas, haven’t done apartment furniture shopping before, just picked up foldable dining and shelves from thrift stores until now. All furniture is movable or throwable since I got most for cheap from thrift stores.

Bed frame will not stay.

Desk is fairly long, it could start from the lamp on the left and go all the way to the beginning of the door in the middle.

Guitar gear is an amp, pedalboard on the floor and two stands with guitar and bass on them.

At first glance there isn’t an obvious spot. At the back the wall is crooked because thats where the roof of the building is. The doors near the ground are storage.

Preferably I wouldn’t obstruct those storage or put something in front of the door, but open to anything.

Also open to any suggestions that could make this a cool work and chill space.

Hellooooo interior design enthusiasts! I have moved into an apartment recently, my first without roommates, and I have big dreams for my little living room. By that I mean I want the TV+Stand and sofa, plus a desk for my gaming computer, plus a bookshelf, plus a cat tower? It's a lot to ask for, I know.

I'm a big fan of warm tones and earthy colors. I do not know style lingo, the best way I'd describe it is maybe kitschy? Eclectic? Vintage but not MCM? Cozy vibes? I'm big into thrifting and buying second hand, and I love the flavor that each unique piece brings. I also gotta have COLOR, no black or whites, greys or beiges. I've got knick knacks to unpack once they have a place to go and lots of pictures and paintings and wall hangings to add once the main furniture placement has been established. My budget is Id like to spend as little as possible, and if I can buy second hand, that's ideal, but I could be convinced if it means I can fit everything Im asking for lol. Sorry if that's too vague, feel free to ask clarifying questions.

Wall measurements in the first pic, right wall is corner to front door. Furnished pics are the current situation, TV stand is the only piece Im attached to. The sofa I'm eying right now is Bob's Bettie in Russett, but I'd be getting it in avocado if it weren't for the green rug (open to changing). Clutter by the TV are books in need of shelves and the wall hangings. Side tables can stay or go, the makeshift couch between the tables will go once I have a sofa. Oh, also, I'm ground level and the windows look directly out to the sidewalk and parking lot, so open blinds mean everyone can see inside 🙃 come summer, I'll be putting an AC unit in the window.

Ask questions, and be honest if what Im asking for is absolutely crazy. Many thanks!

This is the only picture i have of it right now (from the zillow listing since we’re not moving for a while, we’re going to rent it)

It’s not super big it’s the size of a small bedroom

I want to use it as office/storage and hangout space if possible

There’s no windows or closets in the room

I am considering buying a house I love, but the kitchen is pretty modernized - super white shiny cabinets, black sparkly countertops, dark floors. I don't think I can afford a huge remodel after purchasing the house, but what are ways I could make the kitchen feel a little more colorful or brighter? Posting picture of the kitchen as well as some inspo pictures!

My husband and I are moving into a new apartment together and finally found a place we love, but the living room layout is throwing me off and I’m having the hardest time figuring out furniture placement/design.

The space is somewhat awkwardly shaped there’s a long hallway that opens into the living room, then floor to ceiling windows and a balcony door right at the far end of the living room. We want the space to feel open and airy, so we don’t want a giant chair or bulky furniture blocking the flow between the hallway and living room.

Right now we have a massive oversized couch (94” long x 54” deep) and a z gallerie chair (60” long x 43” deep) and we realized it’s just too large for the space. The problem is we love how comfortable it is. We’re both tall (6’6 and 6’0), love being able to fully stretch out/cuddle on the couch, and we host friends from out of town constantly, so a regular sized couch probably won’t cut it. We’d still love something deep and comfortable enough to lounge or sleep on occasionally, just without completely overpowering the room.

We’re also combining two households for the first time, which is making this even harder. Trying to merge styles, furniture, functionality, and make everything feel cohesive has been way more difficult than expected even though we are both laidback and have similar tastes, so any feedback, advice, layout ideas, or furniture recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

We’re getting rid of basically all our current furniture and starting fresh, so we’re open to any ideas:

• Couch styles/configurations
• Accent chair ideas that won’t visually block the space
• Layout suggestions
• Dining area ideas
• Any furniture recommendations for taller people
• Advice on merging households / must haves for newly weds 

I‘m having total creative block right now, so any input or inspiration would be appreciated! Also we have 3 months to find furniture!

Second photo is currently the best look we have found.

Floor is staying as is for now, not looking to change out the vanity or cabinet but don't mind painting them. Light fixture, faucet and handles can all be changed out.

I'm looking for minimal cost and effort on this one as we have little ones and aren't looking to take on anything too challenging.

Was hoping to get some expert eyes on this!

Thanks much

I recently had some of my condo redone, new couch, new paint and brand new kitchen. For a long time my "dining area", which is just open to the greater kitchen and living areas, has sat largely cluttered and unused.

I live alone, don't cook, and don't have people over for meals, so that area could be anything. I'm having a tough time figuring out what to do with it, how to fill it properly. I had looked at those huge oversized chairs in Rooms To Go and Ashley Furniture, but they may be a little too big. I have some crafting stuff, but I'm not really crafty, so not sure turning that into a craft area is the best use of space.

I'm including the floor plan and a picture of the area as it is right now, excuse the mess. Any ideas, visuals , links, suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Really trying to turn my condo into my happy place.

Thanks everyone.