Contemporary White Balanced Living/Dining Area
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Contemporary White Balanced Living/Dining Area Project Description
I need help with living room dining room combination. This space shares an open half-wall with a small kitchen. The main entrance to this area is through the kitchen doorway. The front door is rarely used. As people enter this space, they walk through the kitchen and see the far dining room wall. This wall is a focal point from the living room.
Once in the living room/dining room, the focal points are the fireplace and front window. Both windows (living room and dining room) have nice views to the outdoors (more rural setting look). The front and back yard are nice features to our home and we like to look out these windows. We have mixed feelings about the fireplace. It is from the 1950s and takes up a lot of the wall, daunting the room, but does have character. My husband thinks it is an oversized abonination. It is probably structural to the house and made of granite so we are not sure what to do about it.
Due to the room layout, we can't find anyplace other than the top of the mantle for the TV. It also has in ceiling surround sound in the room.
We spend a lot of time at the dining room table using it for meals, as a work-place and for family games of cards.
There are outlets on the wall designed for picture lights - one in the dining room and one to the left of the living room window.
We like to sit in the morning sun to read. It hits the living room on the left side of the window a few feet into the living room.
There are 2 to 4 of us in the living room at a given time watching TV.
We are also challenged by the space behind the current couch and the wall behind it. It seems like a dead space.
The space overall is fairly small without high ceilings. We want a space that fits our needs and feels stylish and cozy and fits a house built in the 1950s. Our style is transitional with a touch of contemporary.
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?
west elm, crate and barrel, boston interiors, circle furniture
Which colors do you dislike?
Purple, Deep Pink, Turquoise, Green Yellow
What are your favorite colors for walls?
White, White Smoke, Antique White, Floral White, Navajo White, Tan, Light Yellow
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?
Black, Navajo White, Tan, Cornflower Blue, Red, Indian Red, Dark Sea Green, Brown Dimensions
198 in wide x 284 in long x 273 in w x 157 in long x 140 in wide x 118 in long x 88 in high; L shaped living room dining roomPhotos of your room
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My Combined Living/Dining I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral
Neutral What type of sunlight does this room receive?
Morning light What do you currently dislike about the room?
The layout is challenging to make full use of the space and we want it to all feel cohesive since the living room, dining room and kitchen are all open to each other. The entrance is through the kitchen because the front door is not really used. The fireplace is daunting. The window in the dining room has a nice view, but is not well seen because the dining room furniture are between the natural path through the space and the window. The space behind the couch seems like wasted space and is too big to be empty, but too small to make much use of. What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
We are open to keeping whatever the might work with an overall design. I have photographed below what we are open to keeping. But we are not stuck on keeping any of the items shown in the "items you want to keep." 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?
Paint Are you open to changing your floor covering?
Yes
Which type of flooring do you prefer?
Area Rugs Attach a floor plan
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Keaton Bookcases
2 Henry® 3-Piece L-Shaped Sectional
3 Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers
4 Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers
5 Ink Wash Pillow Covers
6 Back East Cocktail Ottoman
7 Paidge Chair
8 Cube C-Side Table
9 Celosia Natural Hand Knotted Rug 8'x10'
10 Stax Console
11 Avenue Nickel Table Lamp with USB Port, Set of 2
12 Aubrey Chair
13 Natural Tree Stump Side Table
14 Watermark Rug
15 Lake Country 1
16 Lake Country 2
17 Cleland Parsons Chair
18 Angled-Leg Expandable Table
19 Vogel 4-Light Candle-Style Chandelier
20 Chenille Jute Basketweave Rug
21 Another Way - Canvas
22 lineal large planter
23 Faux Potted Fiddle Leaf Trees
24 Sea Lace 2
25 Belgian Flax Linen Velvet Colorblock Curtain
26 Deco Handle Tray
27 White Orchids
28 Kora Small Vase
29 Kora Medium Vase
30 Reactive Glaze Vases
31 Reactive Glaze Vases
32 Eliza Silver 4x6 Picture Frame
33 Eliza Silver 5x7 Picture Frame
34 palazzo medium marbleized planter
35 june white bud vase
36 cobalt blue bud vase
37 Brushed Brass 5x7 Frame
38 juno large candle
39 Grass In Silver Pot
40 drizzle decorative brass bowl
41 idris blue spot vase
42 pryce blue and white vase
43 ANCIENT CLEOPATRA STATUE
44 18" Sq. Pillow Insert
45 14"X26" Pillow Insert
46 Square Finial Single Curtain Rod and Hardware Set
47 Union 1-Light LED Wall Picture Light
48 Sean Candle Style Chandelier
49 Wickson Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace
50 Uptown 12" x 24" Porcelain Field Tile in Washington Matte
2 Henry® 3-Piece L-Shaped Sectional
3 Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers
4 Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers
5 Ink Wash Pillow Covers
6 Back East Cocktail Ottoman
7 Paidge Chair
8 Cube C-Side Table
9 Celosia Natural Hand Knotted Rug 8'x10'
10 Stax Console
11 Avenue Nickel Table Lamp with USB Port, Set of 2
12 Aubrey Chair
13 Natural Tree Stump Side Table
14 Watermark Rug
15 Lake Country 1
16 Lake Country 2
17 Cleland Parsons Chair
18 Angled-Leg Expandable Table
19 Vogel 4-Light Candle-Style Chandelier
20 Chenille Jute Basketweave Rug
21 Another Way - Canvas
22 lineal large planter
23 Faux Potted Fiddle Leaf Trees
24 Sea Lace 2
25 Belgian Flax Linen Velvet Colorblock Curtain
26 Deco Handle Tray
27 White Orchids
28 Kora Small Vase
29 Kora Medium Vase
30 Reactive Glaze Vases
31 Reactive Glaze Vases
32 Eliza Silver 4x6 Picture Frame
33 Eliza Silver 5x7 Picture Frame
34 palazzo medium marbleized planter
35 june white bud vase
36 cobalt blue bud vase
37 Brushed Brass 5x7 Frame
38 juno large candle
39 Grass In Silver Pot
40 drizzle decorative brass bowl
41 idris blue spot vase
42 pryce blue and white vase
43 ANCIENT CLEOPATRA STATUE
44 18" Sq. Pillow Insert
45 14"X26" Pillow Insert
46 Square Finial Single Curtain Rod and Hardware Set
47 Union 1-Light LED Wall Picture Light
48 Sean Candle Style Chandelier
49 Wickson Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace
50 Uptown 12" x 24" Porcelain Field Tile in Washington Matte
Combined Living/Dining:
Using lighter colors in your medium-sized room will make it feel more airy and bright
For your main color, we chose to use gray because it is neutral and seen as elegant and classy. It compliments many colors such as white, blue, 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 elegant and classy. It compliments many colors such as white, blue, 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
Combined Living/Dining Colors:
| Color | Name | Company / Code | Link | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline | Benjamin Moore / 1471 | https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/color-overview/find-your-color/color/1471/shoreline?color=1471 | Living And Dining Room |
Shopping List:
| Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5% |  | Uttermost Collection Keaton Bookcases Quantity: 2 | Sleek modern design highlighted in a thin silhouette gives you endless storage options with our Keaton bookcase. Perfect to place in a living room, entryway, bedroom or office, Keaton's clean, architectural lines give this bookcase the feel of a built-in no matter where you place it. Shelves can be adjusted or removed to create your ideal storage solution, allowing you to create a unique configuration from a variety of shelf sizes that work just right for you. Wood: Ash with bark stain | Order & Save | 38"W x 18"D x 80"H | 5% |
12% Off |  | West Elm Henry® 3-Piece L-Shaped Sectional | An easy classic and always in style. The clean, strong lines of our Henry® collection make it an instant (and comfortable!) crowd-pleaser. Our 3-Piece Chaise Sectional offers even more lounge room. | Order & Save | 101"W x 101"D x 36"H | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers Quantity: 2 | Great for the sofa or bed, these stonewashed pillows add comfort and style with a slightly pattern-blocked look that will invite you to lounge and relax. | Order & Save | 18"sq. | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Cotton Canvas Pillow Covers Quantity: 2 | Great for the sofa or bed, these stonewashed pillows add comfort and style with a slightly pattern-blocked look that will invite you to lounge and relax. | Order & Save | 18"sq. | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Ink Wash Pillow Covers | Our Ink Wash Pillow Cover adds a splash of abstract expressionism to sofas and beds with its modern design, which comes to life in a mix of vibrant print and embroidery. | Order & Save | 14"w x 26"l. | 12% Off |
5% |  | Modway Furniture Collection Back East Cocktail Ottoman | Materials: Rubberwood, pine wood, foam and linen Design: Cocktail Includes a drawer for extra storage | Order & Save | 19'' H x 38'' W x 38'' D | 5% |
12% Off |  | West Elm Paidge Chair | A modern take on a traditional silhouette, the Paidge Chair's sweeping arms and welted seams give it a polished look at an amazing price. Each chair is crafted in the USA with hand-built frames and cushions and hand-finished upholstery. Choose your preferred fill type and leg shape to fit your style. | Order & Save | 35.5"w x 38"d x 34.5"h | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Cube C-Side Table | With its veined marble base and thin metal stem, our Cube C-Side Table blurs the lines between sculpture and functionality. Its slim design allows you to pull it close to a sofa or chair, offering a handy landing spot for drinks or a book. | Order & Save | 15.5"diam. x 22"h. | 12% Off |
25% Off |  | Surya Collection Celosia Natural Hand Knotted Rug 8'x10' | Mineral-encrusted walls along the waterways of India's Ganges River inspired this gorgeous rug, rendered in a pixilated array of neutral shades. Rayon-blend yarn reclaimed from the garment industry is hand knotted and randomly sprinkled with accent colors. | Order & Save | 8' x 10' | 25% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 Stax Console | Inspired by our ever-popular stax bookcase. Two tones, three shelves, one beautiful midcentury-inspired design. Envisioned by British designer Steuart Padwick, this open construction showcases the natural beauty of black walnut veneer floating on a contrasting frame of solid white oak. Thoughtfully designed back ledge holds electronics, books, and photos in place. Freestands anywhere in the room. | Order & Save | 58"W x 16"D x 24.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Avenue Nickel Table Lamp with USB Port, Set of 2 | An illuminating mix of modern and metal, our grandly scaled table lamp caps off its clear glass base with silvery nickel accents and a crisp white drum shade. Designed for today's home, the lamp also features a handy USB port on the base to keep devices charged and ready. | Order & Save | 15" dia. x 29.5"H | 16% Off |
10% Off |  | Joybird Aubrey Chair | Unmistakable characteristics like playfully winged arms make this the ultimate accent chair with bold appeal. | Order & Save | 38"W x 37"D x 34"H | 10% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Natural Tree Stump Side Table | Branch out. Bring the outdoors in with the Natural Tree Stump Side Table. Made from naturally fallen cypress trees, each solid-wood table is one of a kind. Cluster two or three together to create a rustic coffee table, or use them individually beside a sofa, bed or chair. | Order & Save | Approximately 12"-15"diam. x 19"h | 12% Off |
15% Off |  | Arteriors Collection Watermark Rug | As if an artist took a paintbrush to a canvas, our Watermark Rug adds a soft, calming touch to any space with its abstract pattern and rounded edges. Each one is handcrafted from a blend of durable wool and velvety viscose. | Order & Save | 6' Dia | 15% Off |
10% Off |  | Z Gallerie Lake Country 1 | Hand signed and numbered. White mat board with silver frame. | Order & Save | 36.75''W x 1.5''D x 28.75''H | 10% Off |
10% Off |  | Z Gallerie Lake Country 2 | Hand signed and numbered. White mat board with silver frame. Hand applied silver leaf detail. | Order & Save | 36.75''W x 1.5''D x 28.75''H | 10% Off |
5% |  | Modway Furniture Collection Cleland Parsons Chair Quantity: 6 | Energize your décor with the sleek Viscount Side Chair. Designed with a minimalist chic form and progressive feel, Viscount comes densely padded in foam, finely upholstered in polyester fabric, and supported by tapered wood legs coated black. From the sheer force of the design to the exceptional versatility of the uses, Viscount is perfect for modern contemporary décors seeking a bold chair that makes a statement. | Order & Save | 24"L x 19"W x 34"H | 5% |
12% Off |  | West Elm Angled-Leg Expandable Table | A new angle on dining. Expandable to three different lengths for extra seating space, the clean, simple lines of the Angled-Leg Expandable Table make it versatile for everyday dining and serious entertaining. | Order & Save | 66"w x 42"d x 30"h | 12% Off |
20% Off |  | Mr. Brown London Collection Vogel 4-Light Candle-Style Chandelier | This Vogel 4 Light Candle-Style Chandelier sleek iron provides an industrial look in this matte black chandelier. Four glass hurricanes fixtures show off decorative Edison style bulbs for modern simplicity. | Order & Save | 25.98'' H x 14.17'' W x 47.24'' D | 20% Off |
25% Off |  | Surya Collection Chenille Jute Basketweave Rug | A unique mix of fibers – naturally soft, iridescent chenille and durable jute – creates the perfect textural blend underfoot. | Order & Save | 8' X 10' | 25% Off |
10% Off |  | Z Gallerie Another Way - Canvas | Gallery wrapped giclee print on canvas with gel texture and metallic gold paint accents in a gold finish floater frame. | Order & Save | 41.5"W x 64.5"H | 10% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 lineal large planter Quantity: 2 | Modern lines rise up from this cylindrical planter to create hi/lo earthenware texture. Super clean white paint cracks throughout, bringing rustic edge to this chic form. | Order & Save | 12" dia. x 12"H | 16% Off |
12% Off |  | Pottery Barn Faux Potted Fiddle Leaf Trees | Brighten any corner of your home with the beautifully lifelike greenery of our statement tree. | Order & Save | Overall: 31" wide x 26" deep x 65" high Vessel only: 9" diameter, 8" high | 12% Off |
10% Off |  | Z Gallerie Sea Lace 2 | Limited Edition print with gold leaf embellishment in a gold and white moulding with a white matboad. | Order & Save | 29.25''W x 1.5''D x 29.25''H | 10% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Belgian Flax Linen Velvet Colorblock Curtain Quantity: 6 | In fine Belgian flax linen and lustrous velvet, our Colorblock Curtain's textural contrast breathes new life to its tone-on-tone palette. | Order & Save | 96"l x 48"w. | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Deco Handle Tray | Made from solid mango wood, our brass-finished handled tray blends industrial- and deco-inspired style. Use this multi-tasker to organize your workstation or serve up breakfast in bed. | Order & Save | 12" x 18" | 12% Off |
5% |  | Uttermost Collection White Orchids | Gracefully arching stems of white orchids atop a bed of moss, nestled in a glass mirrored cube container. Base is 6x6. | Order & Save | Base is 6 x 6. | 5% |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Kora Small Vase | Alternating up and down in a great graphic pattern, teardrops texture the Kora vase's white glazed surface. Painted detail at the bottom and rim adds a bit of contrast to highlight the vase's stately stature and intriguing shape. | Order & Save | 9" dia. x 12.25"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Kora Medium Vase | Alternating up and down in a great graphic pattern, teardrops texture the Kora vase's white glazed surface. Painted detail at the bottom and rim adds a bit of contrast to highlight the vase's stately stature and intriguing shape. | Order & Save | 9" dia. x 16"H | 16% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Reactive Glaze Vases | These earthenware vases are finished with a reactive glaze—a technique admired for its variegated coloring—that makes each one subtly one-of-a-kind. | Order & Save | 5.5"diam. x 7.8"h. | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Reactive Glaze Vases | These earthenware vases are finished with a reactive glaze—a technique admired for its variegated coloring—that makes each one subtly one-of-a-kind. | Order & Save | 7.9"diam. x 4.3"h. | 12% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Eliza Silver 4x6 Picture Frame Quantity: 2 | Each sleek, contemporary picture frame has a convex dimension and gleaming mirror finish. | Order & Save | 4.5"W x 0.75"D x 6.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Eliza Silver 5x7 Picture Frame Quantity: 2 | Each sleek, contemporary picture frame has a convex dimension and gleaming mirror finish. | Order & Save | 6"W x 0.75"D x 8"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 palazzo medium marbleized planter | Thin ceramic cylinders mimic marble with a metallic twist. Gold metallic decal on bright white plants indoor greens in style. | Order & Save | 7" dia. x 7.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 june white bud vase | Small white bud vase takes geometric form to hold small blooms or dried botanicals. | Order & Save | 4" dia. x 3.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 cobalt blue bud vase | Dried botanicals thrive inside this beautiful blue earthenware bud vase. Leave it empty for an equally chic statement. | Order & Save | 3.5" dia. x 4.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Brushed Brass 5x7 Frame | Our brushed brass frame adds drama to photo displays with its shadow-box styling and oversized off-white mat. Square frame can be displayed on the wall or tabletop. | Order & Save | 10.5" sq. x 1.5"D | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 juno large candle | Seafaring tones of greens and blues wash over this ceramic vessel with round top and rope loop handle. Inside, candle burns slow and steady. Cozy up with one on the porch or warm things up in multiples. | Order & Save | 9" dia. x 10"H | 16% Off |
10% Off |  | Z Gallerie Grass In Silver Pot | Z Gallerie’s Grass in a Silver Pot brings the look of fresh greenery to a room with a stylish contemporary flair. A dense tuft of deep green artificial grass is planted in a chic elongated shiny silver pot to create a sleek, minimalist modern display. | Order & Save | 20''W x 8.5''H | 10% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 drizzle decorative brass bowl | Gallery-worthy brass bowl makes a statement wherever you place it. Crafted by welding individual brass pieces together over a mold, bowl's polished spots add a sense of depth. | Order & Save | 12" dia. x 3.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 idris blue spot vase | Angular saucer-like shape gives this ivory vase a artsy edge. Asymmetrical blue spot adds some attitude. A true objet d'art, as they say | Order & Save | 8.25" dia. x 6"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | CB2 pryce blue and white vase | Hand painted in tones of vibrant blue, broad brushstrokes give this vase a pottery studio vibe. Fill with tall blooms (real or faux). Striking solo too. | Order & Save | 3.5" dia. x 8.5"H | 16% Off |
10% Off |  | Bungalow 5 Collection ANCIENT CLEOPATRA STATUE | The Cleopatra statue depicts a very early vision of feminine beauty. Her long neck, narrow waist, wide hips and folded arms are typical of mysterious, monumental Cycladic figures. The totally modern look of these sculptures inspired generations of artists like Picasso, Modigliani and Brancusi who admired the ancient style’s sophisticated abstractions. Great as a decorative object at home or office. | Order & Save | 3"W x 3"D x 11.5"H | 10% Off |
25% Off |  | Surya Collection 18" Sq. Pillow Insert Quantity: 4 | Our 230-thread-count combed-cotton Pillow Cover Inserts come in a choice of 100% feather or down alternative. | Order & Save | 18 sq. | 25% Off |
25% Off |  | Surya Collection 14"X26" Pillow Insert | Our 230-thread-count combed-cotton Pillow Cover Inserts come in a choice of 100% feather or down alternative. | Order & Save | 14" X 26" | 25% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Square Finial Single Curtain Rod and Hardware Set Quantity: 2 | This sturdy hardware is designed to punctuate your curtains with a spot of polished style. Finish: Nickle | Order & Save | 72-144" L | 15% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Union 1-Light LED Wall Picture Light | Product Details Product Type: Wall light Power Source: Hardwired Light Direction: Down | Order & Save | 4.5'' H x 24'' W x 2'' D Back plate overall dimensions: 5" H X 5" W X 0.5" D. | 15% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Sean Candle Style Chandelier | Make a chic modern statement in any space of your home with this eye-catching chandelier. Showcasing that gives warm undertones to the bold square frames, and clear glass cylinders which surround the stately silhouettes of candelabra bulbs, this must-have luminary is brimming with chic style. Hang this lovely drum chandelier in your dining room to cast a warm glow over every meal from sophisticated soirees to weeknight family dinners. Or set it in your entryway or foyer to craft a chic aesthetic and craft a warm and stylish welcome for all of your visitors. Finish: Gunmetal Bronze | Order & Save | Canopy Included Height - Top to Bottom 1'' Width - Side to Side 5'' Depth - Front to Back 5'' Fixture: 25.5'' H x 24.5'' W x 24.5'' D | 15% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Wickson Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace | Contemporary and refined, the Dimplex Wickson Electric Fireplace is ideal to be mounted anywhere from living rooms and bedrooms to bathrooms and restaurants. Made with a combination of wood and glass, this fireplace has optimum strength and durability. It has a beautiful black finish, which seamlessly blends with most wall colors/papers. | Order & Save | 19.38'' H x 34.13'' W x 7'' D | 15% Off |
5% |  | Tile Bar Uptown 12" x 24" Porcelain Field Tile in Washington Matte Quantity: 8 | Features: - Chemical resistant - Freeze-thaw cycle resistant Product Details: - Approved Applications: Floor tile; Wall Tile - Material: Porcelain - Surface Treatment: Glazed | Order & Save | Sq ft included (1 box = 11.63 sq ft) | 5% |
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Tracey
3 years ago
We are so happy with your design. We like the chair. We love the art work and new sofa table as well.
We love it! You are so amazing.