I do not think mawler023 meant she wanted a "modern" look, just some updating and refreshing. Craftsman style is lots of wood. Short of painting or "washing" some of the wood (oh no!) it comes down to paint colors, flooring and furniture to lighten the feel of the space. Add a more colorful rug, like an ikat print, or ethnic look. Check out Pottery Barn for ideas. Replacing the wall color with something more upbeat will help. Perhaps a pale gray blue, like Benjamin Moore "Revere Pewter"...but take the wall color from the rug. The dark furniture adds even more wood. Perhaps add four simple parsons type chairs in a lighter fabric. You can mix them with the mission style chairs you already have. also, replace the light fixture with something in a brushed nickel or pewter finish. Simple lines. Hope that helps. Your home looks beautiful.
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