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Contemporary Manhattan Living Room Design
Decorilla Designer: Christine M. | Client: Debra





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Project Owner Notes: I HAVE this chandelier. It's so typical of my style - a mix of rough plumbing pipes with beautiful delicate crystals hanging from it. I would LOVE to have this over the couch somehow.

Project Owner Notes: I LOVE the colors of this bedroom (and would love to use them in mine), but I attached this photo because of the overall "feel" it gives me. It's sleek, modern, but warm!

Project Owner Notes: I added this picture because I like the drama created by the light. I also sort of like the dark grey of the walls contrasting with the white. However, I think my husband will shoot me - Maybe light walls with a dark grey trim? ; -)

Project Owner Notes: Uploaded this because of the nice clean look and feel of it. Also, I LOVE texture and the boxes on the wall are not only good for storage, they are artistic, and somewhat unusual.

Project Owner Notes: See the note on the file itself. This is NOT from the manufacturer of the new couch I bought (not yet delivered), but an approximate from a picture of a fabric I had saved on my computer.

Project Owner Notes: Remember I said I LOVE texture, I LOVE this 'concrete wall" - I would want it only on one wall maybe. Resource Furniture in Manhattan sells it. I know the owner, we've bought stuff there before. Very expensive store, but maybe something like this could be found elsewhere?

Project Owner Notes: Saw this in Roche Bobois store in NYC a year or two ago. Like how there is lots of storage, but it doesn't look like every other wall unit /tv holder.

Project Owner Notes: Hope you can read this - my condo dimensions as per the original floor plan given to us when we bought it.




Project Title:
Contemporary Manhattan Living Room Design
Project Description:
Long, thin rectangular space in Manhattan (aka: small). Linear, begs for more modern/contemp design. Need to LIGHTEN UP
What's your favorite decor style?:
Contemporary
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?:
Not terribly fond of the chain stores. Love very unique things.
What are your favorite colors for walls?:
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?:
Overall Budget:
10k-20k
Inspiration:











Project Owner Notes: I HAVE this chandelier. It's so typical of my style - a mix of rough plumbing pipes with beautiful delicate crystals hanging from it. I would LOVE to have this over the couch somehow.

Project Owner Notes: I LOVE the colors of this bedroom (and would love to use them in mine), but I attached this photo because of the overall "feel" it gives me. It's sleek, modern, but warm!

Project Owner Notes: I added this picture because I like the drama created by the light. I also sort of like the dark grey of the walls contrasting with the white. However, I think my husband will shoot me - Maybe light walls with a dark grey trim? ; -)

Project Owner Notes: Uploaded this because of the nice clean look and feel of it. Also, I LOVE texture and the boxes on the wall are not only good for storage, they are artistic, and somewhat unusual.

Project Owner Notes: See the note on the file itself. This is NOT from the manufacturer of the new couch I bought (not yet delivered), but an approximate from a picture of a fabric I had saved on my computer.

Project Owner Notes: Remember I said I LOVE texture, I LOVE this 'concrete wall" - I would want it only on one wall maybe. Resource Furniture in Manhattan sells it. I know the owner, we've bought stuff there before. Very expensive store, but maybe something like this could be found elsewhere?

Project Owner Notes: Saw this in Roche Bobois store in NYC a year or two ago. Like how there is lots of storage, but it doesn't look like every other wall unit /tv holder.

Project Owner Notes: Hope you can read this - my condo dimensions as per the original floor plan given to us when we bought it.




Project Title:
Contemporary Manhattan Living Room Design
Project Description:
Long, thin rectangular space in Manhattan (aka: small). Linear, begs for more modern/contemp design. Need to LIGHTEN UP
What's your favorite decor style?:
Contemporary
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?:
Not terribly fond of the chain stores. Love very unique things.
What are your favorite colors for walls?:
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?:
Dimensions:
I uploaded a jpeg of the dimensions of the room as per the offering in the condo bylaws.
Floor plan:

Photos of your room:








Items you want to keep:



















Room Label:
Debra's Living Room
I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral:
Neutral
What type of sunlight does this room receive?:
Mid-day light
What do you currently dislike about the room?:
It's TOTALLY uninteresting. Boring, dark, cluttered, not cool and sleek (yet comfortable)
- I want to make it look "lighter" more spacious, less dense, and less dark!!!!
-I'd like a new TV / wall unit, rug(s), coffee table, maybe an occasional table (small) and maybe - if it fits, some sort of "server" around the dining table. Also need window coverings of some sort. NOTE - the windows need to be discussed in more detail - they are strange! Definitely new art and accessories.
-I don't like the color of the legs on the dinning room table. Can we paint that a different color? Maybe something like a silver or chrome like color to match the part of the base that is the mechanism for pulling out the leaves? I'm not in my apartment as I write this, but I think it's basically chrome, so perhaps something to match, or, something totally different that I can't think of right now?
- I want to make it look "lighter" more spacious, less dense, and less dark!!!!
-I'd like a new TV / wall unit, rug(s), coffee table, maybe an occasional table (small) and maybe - if it fits, some sort of "server" around the dining table. Also need window coverings of some sort. NOTE - the windows need to be discussed in more detail - they are strange! Definitely new art and accessories.
-I don't like the color of the legs on the dinning room table. Can we paint that a different color? Maybe something like a silver or chrome like color to match the part of the base that is the mechanism for pulling out the leaves? I'm not in my apartment as I write this, but I think it's basically chrome, so perhaps something to match, or, something totally different that I can't think of right now?
What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?:
Dinning room table by Tobin Casa out of Italy - 63"l by 30"h by 35.5"w, dinning chairs 41.5"h by 25"d by 18"w, Adagio table lamp, club chairs 26"w by 30.5"h by 28.5"d, new sofa ariving by Natuzzi Temore Dark Gray Microfiber, TV (optional, might get new one) Samsung LN40A650A1FXZA, 42" Tribeca Banqueting Chandelier by Michael McHale Designs (optional), artwork attached.
NEW INFO ON THE SOFA I ORDERED: ALSO SEE PHOTOS
NEW INFO ON THE SOFA I ORDERED: ALSO SEE PHOTOS
Are you open to changing your wall colors?:
Yes
Do you have a preference for either paint or wall covering, or are you open to both?:
Open to both
Are you open to changing your floor covering?:
Yes, Wood, Tile, Stone, Area Rugs
Attach a floor plan:
Additional comments to designers:
NOTE as of Saturday, Sept 28, 2013 about the sofa I ordered:
The last 3 pictures are of the new sofa. The fabric is NOT what will be on my couch. It WILL be a dark, charcoal grey microfiber. I hope to be getting a swatch soon. The configuration is correct, whereas the photos on any Natuzzi website don't show this configuration. I included the 2 close-ups of the stitching on the thin arms and on the back cushions. The photo may give you the impression that this looks somewhat like an American "Western" motif. It is not. The overall look of the sofa is quite sleek. The legs are chrome (or at least look like that to my untrained eye.) The dimensions are:
The chaise part - Depth = 61 inches, Width = 35 inches, Height = 31 inches
The sofa part - Depth = 36 inches, Width = 78 inches, Height = 31 inches
Can't wait to get started!
Measurements for existing art and new Natuzzi Tempore sofa (dark gray microfiber) coming soon. The floor plan has been updated as well.
The last 3 pictures are of the new sofa. The fabric is NOT what will be on my couch. It WILL be a dark, charcoal grey microfiber. I hope to be getting a swatch soon. The configuration is correct, whereas the photos on any Natuzzi website don't show this configuration. I included the 2 close-ups of the stitching on the thin arms and on the back cushions. The photo may give you the impression that this looks somewhat like an American "Western" motif. It is not. The overall look of the sofa is quite sleek. The legs are chrome (or at least look like that to my untrained eye.) The dimensions are:
The chaise part - Depth = 61 inches, Width = 35 inches, Height = 31 inches
The sofa part - Depth = 36 inches, Width = 78 inches, Height = 31 inches
Can't wait to get started!
Measurements for existing art and new Natuzzi Tempore sofa (dark gray microfiber) coming soon. The floor plan has been updated as well.
Dimensions:
I uploaded a jpeg of the dimensions of the room as per the offering in the condo bylaws.
Floor plan:

Photos of your room:








Items you want to keep:



















Room Label:
Debra's Living Room
I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral:
Neutral
What type of sunlight does this room receive?:
Mid-day light
What do you currently dislike about the room?:
It's TOTALLY uninteresting. Boring, dark, cluttered, not cool and sleek (yet comfortable)
- I want to make it look "lighter" more spacious, less dense, and less dark!!!!
-I'd like a new TV / wall unit, rug(s), coffee table, maybe an occasional table (small) and maybe - if it fits, some sort of "server" around the dining table. Also need window coverings of some sort. NOTE - the windows need to be discussed in more detail - they are strange! Definitely new art and accessories.
-I don't like the color of the legs on the dinning room table. Can we paint that a different color? Maybe something like a silver or chrome like color to match the part of the base that is the mechanism for pulling out the leaves? I'm not in my apartment as I write this, but I think it's basically chrome, so perhaps something to match, or, something totally different that I can't think of right now?
- I want to make it look "lighter" more spacious, less dense, and less dark!!!!
-I'd like a new TV / wall unit, rug(s), coffee table, maybe an occasional table (small) and maybe - if it fits, some sort of "server" around the dining table. Also need window coverings of some sort. NOTE - the windows need to be discussed in more detail - they are strange! Definitely new art and accessories.
-I don't like the color of the legs on the dinning room table. Can we paint that a different color? Maybe something like a silver or chrome like color to match the part of the base that is the mechanism for pulling out the leaves? I'm not in my apartment as I write this, but I think it's basically chrome, so perhaps something to match, or, something totally different that I can't think of right now?
What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?:
Dinning room table by Tobin Casa out of Italy - 63"l by 30"h by 35.5"w, dinning chairs 41.5"h by 25"d by 18"w, Adagio table lamp, club chairs 26"w by 30.5"h by 28.5"d, new sofa ariving by Natuzzi Temore Dark Gray Microfiber, TV (optional, might get new one) Samsung LN40A650A1FXZA, 42" Tribeca Banqueting Chandelier by Michael McHale Designs (optional), artwork attached.
NEW INFO ON THE SOFA I ORDERED: ALSO SEE PHOTOS
NEW INFO ON THE SOFA I ORDERED: ALSO SEE PHOTOS
Are you open to changing your wall colors?:
Yes
Do you have a preference for either paint or wall covering, or are you open to both?:
Open to both
Are you open to changing your floor covering?:
Yes, Wood, Tile, Stone, Area Rugs
Attach a floor plan:
Additional comments to designers:
NOTE as of Saturday, Sept 28, 2013 about the sofa I ordered:
The last 3 pictures are of the new sofa. The fabric is NOT what will be on my couch. It WILL be a dark, charcoal grey microfiber. I hope to be getting a swatch soon. The configuration is correct, whereas the photos on any Natuzzi website don't show this configuration. I included the 2 close-ups of the stitching on the thin arms and on the back cushions. The photo may give you the impression that this looks somewhat like an American "Western" motif. It is not. The overall look of the sofa is quite sleek. The legs are chrome (or at least look like that to my untrained eye.) The dimensions are:
The chaise part - Depth = 61 inches, Width = 35 inches, Height = 31 inches
The sofa part - Depth = 36 inches, Width = 78 inches, Height = 31 inches
Can't wait to get started!
Measurements for existing art and new Natuzzi Tempore sofa (dark gray microfiber) coming soon. The floor plan has been updated as well.
The last 3 pictures are of the new sofa. The fabric is NOT what will be on my couch. It WILL be a dark, charcoal grey microfiber. I hope to be getting a swatch soon. The configuration is correct, whereas the photos on any Natuzzi website don't show this configuration. I included the 2 close-ups of the stitching on the thin arms and on the back cushions. The photo may give you the impression that this looks somewhat like an American "Western" motif. It is not. The overall look of the sofa is quite sleek. The legs are chrome (or at least look like that to my untrained eye.) The dimensions are:
The chaise part - Depth = 61 inches, Width = 35 inches, Height = 31 inches
The sofa part - Depth = 36 inches, Width = 78 inches, Height = 31 inches
Can't wait to get started!
Measurements for existing art and new Natuzzi Tempore sofa (dark gray microfiber) coming soon. The floor plan has been updated as well.
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- Debra's Living Room
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- 1 Eurostyle Barbie Shelf
- 2 Woman painting
- 3 Industrial Glam chandelier
- 4 Carrington Court Direct
- 5 Dining table
- 6 Belleville Mirror
- 7 Bespoke dining server
- 8 Black table lamp
- 9 Notebook nesting tables
- 10 ET2 Conico 2 Light Wall Sconce
- 11 Modern art painting
- 12 Floor lamp
- 13 Flat Roman Shade
- 14 Emma Jeffs Pixel Adhesive Film
- 15 Company C Harper Linen Pillow
- 16 Inhabit Estrella Plinko Synthetic Pillow
- 17 Balanced Design Hand Printed Shade Pillow
- 18 Natuzzi sofa
- 19 coffee table
- 20 armchairs
- 21 Bashian Rugs Greenwich Ratna Grey Rug
- 22 Cats Rule Full Size Perfect Litter Mat - Mushroom Dot
- 23 Litter Box Hider
- 24 Flatscreen TV
- 25 Bespoke TV media unit
- 26 Textured wallpaper



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Debra's Living Room ColorsDebra's Living Room
Since your room is smaller using a dark and rich color will make it feel cozy, warm, and lounge-like. Selecting a rich gray paint or wallpaper does this while allowing your lighter furniture and wood flooring to stand out.
For your main color, we chose to use gray because it is neutral and seen as classy and modern. It compliments many colors such as white, lavender, and yellow and works well as part of a color scheme in any room.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish.
For your main color, we chose to use gray because it is neutral and seen as classy and modern. It compliments many colors such as white, lavender, and yellow and works well as part of a color scheme in any room.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish.
Debra's Living Room Colors
Color
Area
Name
Company / Code
Link
Living Room Wall (sofa Wall) + Entry Wall
Distant Gray Matte Finish
Benjamin Moore 2124-70
Dining Wall + Media Unit Wall
Gray Matte Finish
Benjamin Moore 2121-10
Debra's Living Room Shopping List
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15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Eurostyle Barbie Shelf43" | The light weight construction of these chic shelves makes them able to be used just about anywhere in your home! Sleek and unobtrusive, use them to hold your favorite paperbacks or display classic family photos. The honeycomb construction of the product can handle almost anything you decide to display | Order & Save | 15% Off |
![]() | Woman painting | Order & Save | |||
![]() | Industrial Glam chandelier | Order & Save | |||
![]() | Carrington Court Direct Carrington Court Direct | Primarily gray with black to upholster dining chairs | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Dining table | Order & Save | |||
![]() | Modern Furniture Warehouse Belleville Mirror31.5"H x 31.5"W | Great round wall mirror made for any room! Has a black finish with seashell discs that really help it stand out. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Bespoke dining server54"x... | multi-leveled server; dark wood finish | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Black table lamp | Order & Save | |||
10% Off | ![]() | Lazzoni Notebook nesting tablesLarge Table - W22" H22" D15" Small Table - W20" H21" D14" | Black lacquer perfect for any place in the room. Do not have to necessarily place books on top. Could hold just about any accessory. | Order & Save | 10% Off |
2% Off | ![]() | AllModern ET2 Conico 2 Light Wall Sconce20"x9"x3" | Bright light sconce with a very clean, modern look. Gives unique good quality light. | Order & Save | 2% Off |
![]() | Modern art painting60"x48" | Beautiful canvas painting that really complements the rest of the room decor. One of a kind! | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Framberg Floor lamp14 sq." x 62" | Has a nice polished silver w/ black mesh shade.
Supplied with a full range dimmer Each framburg lighting fixture is hand made in the U.S.A. | Order & Save | ||
10% Off | ![]() | The Shade Store Flat Roman Shadedoor: 32.5"x85.75 ($361) large window next to door: 38.34"x57.5" ($463) 2 smaller windows: 57 1/8 x 27 7/8 ($281 ea.) | Bottom fold guarantees a neat stack. Handcrafted for an elegant look. A beautiful, modern window treatment.
| Order & Save | 10% Off |
![]() | 2 Jane Emma Jeffs Pixel Adhesive Film95 3/8" x 19" | Film for window. Perfect on any smooth, clean glass or mirrored surface the film is not affected by condensation or indirect water spray, so it's an especially perfect solution for bathrooms. If removed the film will not damage glass in any way. | Order & Save | ||
2% Off | ![]() | AllModern Company C Harper Linen Pillow22"x22" | This Harper pillows is detailed with pintucked pleats. Handcrafted in the USA. | Order & Save | 2% Off |
2% Off | ![]() | AllModern Inhabit Estrella Plinko Synthetic Pillow18"x18" | Made from 100% sustainable recycled polyester
Environmentally-friendly inks with no chemical waste or disposal generated
Recyclable at the end of its life-cycle
Zipper closure for easy removal and cleaning
Pillow inserts are 95% feather / 5% down
| Order & Save | 2% Off |
2% Off | ![]() | AllModern Balanced Design Hand Printed Shade Pillow16"x16" | lavender + white printed pillows.
Crafted of 100% off-white linen
Made from recycled plastic bottles
Design in reverse on back
Hand printed using water based inks
Zipper closure
Insert constructed from 50% regenerated fiber | Order & Save | 2% Off |
![]() | Natuzzi sofa | Grey comfortable sofa. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Furnillion coffee tableW47" x D23.5" x H13.5" | Modern black + white coffee table. This coffee table features one of the most functional and original designs. This is due to glossy black drawer box that can be swivel out from the under the table top. This glossy occasional table would perfectly fit into your modern design living space. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | armchairs | Cream white comfortable leather arm chair. | Order & Save | ||
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Bashian Rugs Greenwich Ratna Grey Rug7'9" x 9'9" | This New Zealand tufted rug has contemporary patterns in updated colors, highlighted by shimmering viscose, gives this tufted collection a stunning appearance at an incredible value. | Order & Save | 15% Off |
![]() | Cats Rule Cats Rule Full Size Perfect Litter Mat - Mushroom Dot25"x40" (fits underneath litter box) | Colorful design
Can dislodge litter from paws
Easy to clean
Non-skid base
You can place it near litter box to reduce litter trapping on entry and exit. Plus its interesting color and patterns can also fit into your house decor easily. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Modern cat Litter Box Hider21.5? L 18.5? W 20.75? H | Each box features polished chrome accents and a durable, high pressure laminate finish —protecting it in the event of spills.
The top section is quickly removed for easy cleaning. Two hooks are installed inside for holding a litter scoop and waste bag. A vented back panel allows air to pass through. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Samsung Flatscreen TV42" | Great flat screen tv in glossy black for just about any room in your home. | Order & Save | ||
![]() | Bespoke TV media unit106" wide | console + four wall boxes for added storage | Order & Save | ||
15% Off | ![]() | Graham & Brown Textured wallpaper | A hearty textured herringbone weave available in gray and three other colors. | Order & Save | 15% Off |
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