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littlechicken920•

I'm not a professional decorator, but if it makes you happy then go for it!

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NeverEnoughCorgis•

I'm not a professional, but I think your rooms have a good foundation. I would add at least one or two more colors into the rotation though. Maybe more patterns and textures too. Scrolling through all the pictures everything kinda bleeds together if that makes sense.

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xtinalalaOP•

That totally makes sense and I agree. I swear it’s not on purpose, I guess I just have the same boring taste! I do it with clothing too.

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tissaved•

I Like! More blue won't hurt though, especially variations of blue 😊

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xtinalalaOP•

Every time I shop or pick something out it’s grey, blue or cream. Sample of some of my rooms in the link. I do have colorful artwork and some frames in gold that aren’t pictured.

I want to buy a vintage buffet/server for the dining room and of course I’m thinking of painting it blue. Should I go a different route?

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semi_precious•

I don't think you need to go a different route. If those are the colours your are drawn to, then they will make you feel the most comfortable in your home.

In fact, I even think you need to add more blue. Your interior seems to be heavy on grey and rather sparsely furnished, especially for the size of space you have. More blue would liven it up. I would pick a few blues that go well together and make them come back in different items and ways throughout the house. Also, the gold accents that you have in a few places work really well with your colour scheme. I would add more of those as well. Additionally I would like to see some curtains on your windows. Cream would be just the colour.

If you are going to paint your buffet blue, make sure some blue comes back somewhere else in the room, or it might stand out too much. Get some blue table runners or a blue plant or anything else blue that will make your buffet come together with the rest of the room.

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xtinalalaOP•

Thanks for your comments! I struggle with doing the wrong thing so I often err on the side of restraint. I have been debating about curtains. What style rod would you advise? I can definitely see cream working but work worry about masking the wooden frame.

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semi_precious•

I'm not sure that I can advise you completely on your curtain rods, because there are so many styles. I do think it would be a great opportunity to introduce those gold accents by way of rod colour and make them come back throughout the house. You could also try wooden rods or a light colour. Since your curtains will be light I would steer clear of darker colours.

To prevent masking the wooden window frames, you size the rods larger than the windows. Also, hang the rods higher than the window frame to avoid making your windows look smaller and to avoid masking the frames. This might help you with specifics of hanging curtains.

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xtinalalaOP•

Hm I would have never thought to hang like that. Thanks for the article.

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SisAbq•

I think they color scheme is calming, but that you could use a bit of color. Perhaps a large painting in back of the sofa? Seasonal floral arrangements? Brightly colored throws and pillows?

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ayefive•

If those are the colors you like, then that's totally fine! If you are color averse (like I am) but you want to add interest/warmth, you could use more rugs, plants, and warm natural finishes. My house is almost entirely decorated with cool colors like yours, but our floors are warm wood and we have lots of natural items scattered around (terra cotta planters, wood dish drainer/frames/furniture, warm leather ottoman) and tons of plants. It feels very balanced to me now and I didn't have to get a bright orange rug/pillows/blanket or anything that wasn't my taste. Without all of the natural elements it would probably feel cavey and cold.

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xtinalalaOP•

I like your suggestions. I just got a rug for the bedroom. Would you do one for dining room?

I’ve been adding plants throughout but struggle with finding enough surfaces since we don’t have a lot of furniture. What kind do you keep?

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ayefive•

You could get a very big jute rug for the dining room, but I think it'd be even better to get a rug for the sitting room because the floor in there looks extra hard and cold. You could hang plants in your windows or get a tree in a basket. It looks like there's room for one on the right side of the dining room photo. Google a list of plants that are easy to grow inside or look at home depot for plants of steel. If you keep the receipt, you can return them if they die. I've had the most luck with ivy, air plants, cacti, and bigger, more established plants so far. Here are some ideas for trees and window plants: http://www.fengshuidana.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/82fc54aae2c04553c55c4c8153b01b0e.jpg gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSeJDKqj-qMs-FVGCaKHehnH7H_jAHmNRWpQYp8Nk2FxMfgknhs is/image/terrain/TheSill_WindowBox2?$Bulletin%20Article%20Image%20Resize$ 24spaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Window-Hanging-Plants-Indoors-745x1024.jpg gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRpI_q5tsmICVu4wDa5O1FnFD-EfmKJBQZYFH-jM1ME-Ka_Sj4Z

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__andnothinghurt•

Something is off in picture 2. Maybe the centering? I am obsessed with those chairs though!! I definitely would recommend just adding a pop of color in each room; maybe a bright blanket on the bed or some pictures above the bedside tables!

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xtinalalaOP•

Maybe it’s the fact that the view is of my neighbor’s siding ? ;-)

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Cagg•

The heater isn't centered and the chair on camera right is slightly turned.

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mr___matt•

I’m a professional decorator and my house is all one colour. The ceilings walls and woodwork are brilliant white diamond eggshell which is highly water resistant and scrubbable.

I know a few decorators who have one colour throughout.

It’s entirely up to you to be honest.

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xtinalalaOP•

Thanks! Do you have any recommendations for my current color scheme? Admittedly, it looks a tad barren. I’ve since added some plants, artwork above the couch, and family photos in frames throughout.

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mr___matt•

To be honest I’m a minimalist and I love what you have done. I love the colours. Adding photos and pictures is the right way to go.

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xtinalalaOP•

Thanks! Very helpful.

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mr___matt•

Your welcome

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AshleyAarons•

I think it looks great! Little pops of color with the furniture, wall hangings, pillows or plants are always an idea if you want to add a little something.

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Cucami•

Your colors are my colors also and the scheme goes all throughout my house. A green plant here and there adds interest.

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