thomasmary
12 years ago
This tv came with the house when we bought it! Any ideas what to do with this wall?? It is the only wall to have a tv and we want to incorporate flat screen somehow?? Have been trying different paint colors but the wall seems to dominate and overpower the small living space. Thanks!
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thomasmary
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Comments (19)That wall paper doesn't go at all.. and you don't need wallpapers.. how about a cream shade on the fireplace part of wall with oxblood coloured (from your curtain flowers) horizontal band below mantel, while the rest of the walls be lilac? Ever considered stoenwork similar to your fireplace on that wall? Also lower the hung photographs.. should be at least four inches below the windows' top edge.. Your sofas are quite dark. they seem aubergine.. is there any way you can at least place one of the sofas across from a window so that light falls on it? right now it is in the shadows backed against the windows, therefore more dark (does it seem so when you're in the room too?) The mirror (though nice) is too solid and thick for the mantel. can it go on a clearer stretch of some wall? fourth wall? What is the fourth wall like? idk how the fourth wall is like but how about angling large sofa at 90 degrees to the window with the single seater also angled in the corner where the lamp is.. and place the side table with lamp infront of the window (i-e at the corner of the 'L' made by t he sofas).. If possible get lighter lamp shades (cream).. Love the cushions.. place two of these cushions on the single seater to relieve the large sofa.. Please turn the rug lengthwise along the length of the sofa.. get a glass/metal table (if tots allow) or cream ottomon as center table.. The TV is too large for the rack, no? The vase is being wasted under the tv.. Florals and stripes can be mixed depending on print.. but if you bring anymore florals in this room, it would be best to match the flower shape to those in the curtains. I find the curtains too short......See MoreIs architecture changing in line with our new economic landscape?
Comments (5)I am not sure about a change in style - contemporary vs. traditional is usually an inherent personal preference and not something you skip. But I see that smaller, single story homes regain popularity as we, the Baby Boomers, are reaching retirement. Urban living and walkable neighborhoods are in high demand, while the large home in the sticks is depreciating in line with rising gas prices. Architecture has always changed with the economy and overall living conditions and will continue to do so. There was an interesting ideabook on this topic. https://www.houzz.com/magazine/a-brief-recap-of-historical-american-home-design-stsetivw-vs~4512983...See Morefirst home renovation help please!
Comments (6)Wow! Hampstead Design Hub, those ideas and images are fab! We love the first image with the bright colours used against the grey. Also love the yellow and grey, which is becoming a popular combination, but never thought to mix in purple - love it! Look forward to seeing what you do graccy, best of luck!...See Morehelp bedroom
Comments (3)ok..could you post a picture of the room?.I think people would be better able to help....See Morebepsf
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debragibbdesign
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PROJabelone
12 years agoYou've got the perfect opportunity there to recess a flat screen into the wall and then cover it with lifting artwork. Paint the rest of the wall to match the neighboring wall colors (looks whitish) and it will look great.
lefty47
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runningbear79
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PROLoribeth Clark
12 years agoGet rid of that tv and get a flat screen like other's have suggested. It's just too bulky for the space and looks dated. It also looks to big for the stand it's on, making the space look even more awkward.
The real issue is there is an opening that doesn't look cohesive. It looks odd because it isn't built in such a way that anyone could stand in that space if the tv weren't there, but yet it goes all the way way to the floor.
Some built-ins to hold your tv components would be great, although it looks as though they would have to be custom. Have them made to match the other built-in to right. Also, maybe a mantel type piece above the tv.
Paint all the walls the same color to eliminate the contrast. Right now the color is screaming "look at me, look at me" and unfortunately, what it's screaming for you to look at isn't that attractive.
Here's a picture to kind of give you an idea... It would require some additional drywalling, adding baseboards, etc.
thomasmary
12 years ago- PRO
Loribeth Clark
12 years agoYou could definitely do some shelves for the components under the tv. I would just make sure that there is a kick plate or something underneath them so there isn't any carpet going all the way to the back of the opening. It needs to look like it was deliberate and not an afterthought.
Here's another picture to help you visualize it.
PROTVCoverUps
12 years agoThat is definitely a tricky situation, have you thought about hiding your TV behind a piece of art like so?
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