Living Room Design with Color and Flow
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Living Room Design with Color and Flow Project Description
We live in a rehabbed rowhome. We have been here for about four years, but have found it very challenging to design a good flow for our space. Our home has an open concept living/dining room, which is long and narrow. We like darker woods with clean lines, the use of reclaimed materials, and are open to light industrial finishes (e.g., wrought iron). Though at same time, we don't want to create a mood that is too dark – and would like some balance with whites or colorful accent pieces.
Location
Washington, D.C., DC, United States What's your favorite decor style?
Country/Cottage
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?
Restoration Hardware, West Elm, Arhaus, World Market, Nadeau, Anthropologie, Custom made pieces (e.g, Matthew Holdren on Etsy)
Which colors do you dislike?
Red
What are your favorite colors for walls?
Cool Colors, Grays, Slate
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?
Blues, Leather, Browns Dimensions
180x307x96Photos of your room
Items you want to keep
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Room Label
My Combined Living/Dining 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?
The room is long and narrow. We have had challenges in figuring out how best to display wall art, there is a lack of storage. What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
Dining room tableLeather couch from Restoration Hardware (sorenson, antiqued whiskey)
Heirloom buffet/bar, along with crystal liquor bottles, glasses, and sliver tray
Artwork (don't need to display all the pieces)
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
Which type of flooring do you prefer?
Area Rugs Attach a floor plan
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Industrial Storage Coffee Table
2 Sorensen Leather Bench
3 Industrial Storage Media Console
4 Mia Faceted-Crystal Pendant
5 Industrial Storage Side Table
6 Lowden Tan Leather Wrapped 21-Inch-H Table Lamp
7 Roadside Attraction FLOR Tiles
8 Relaxed Roman Shade
9 Savanna Ikat Print Pillow Cover
10 Walton 18" Pillows - Set of 2
11 Frida 18" Pillows - Set of 2
12 Special Order Pillows - 18"
13 Studded Velvet Pillow Cover - Horseradish
14 Surya Tempting Triangles Cotton Throw Pillow
15 Mustard Seed Throw
16 Embossed Yellow Wallpaper Frame
17 White Rim Lacquer Trays - Square
18 Lowe Pewter Upholstered Dining Chair
19 Gonzo Console
20 Cosmo Pendant Light
21 Reoriented FLOR Tiles
22 Salton Wall Shelf
23 Safari Pietra Mirror
24 Chateau-Thierry Clock
25 Jamila Vase
26 Adra Vase
27 Aurora Vase
28 Aquatic Vase
2 Sorensen Leather Bench
3 Industrial Storage Media Console
4 Mia Faceted-Crystal Pendant
5 Industrial Storage Side Table
6 Lowden Tan Leather Wrapped 21-Inch-H Table Lamp
7 Roadside Attraction FLOR Tiles
8 Relaxed Roman Shade
9 Savanna Ikat Print Pillow Cover
10 Walton 18" Pillows - Set of 2
11 Frida 18" Pillows - Set of 2
12 Special Order Pillows - 18"
13 Studded Velvet Pillow Cover - Horseradish
14 Surya Tempting Triangles Cotton Throw Pillow
15 Mustard Seed Throw
16 Embossed Yellow Wallpaper Frame
17 White Rim Lacquer Trays - Square
18 Lowe Pewter Upholstered Dining Chair
19 Gonzo Console
20 Cosmo Pendant Light
21 Reoriented FLOR Tiles
22 Salton Wall Shelf
23 Safari Pietra Mirror
24 Chateau-Thierry Clock
25 Jamila Vase
26 Adra Vase
27 Aurora Vase
28 Aquatic Vase
Combined Living/Dining:
Using lighter colors in your medium-sized combined living room dining 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graytint | Benjamin Moore / 1611 | http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/graytint | Walls | |
| Soho Loft | Benjamin Moore / CSP-10 | http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/soholoft#ce_s=soho | Accent wall | |
| Oxford White | Benjamin Moore / CC-30 | http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/cc-30#ce_s=oxfor | Ceiling |
Shopping List:
| Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12% Off |  | West Elm Industrial Storage Coffee Table | •Solid mango wood with a wax finish; blackened steel legs. •Natural variations in the wood grain and coloring are to be expected. •Top door with pop-up mechanism reveals interior storage. •Natural solid wood is known to expand and contract with climate fluctuations; door tops may not close perfectly flush following humidity changes. •Made in India. •Size: small | Order & Save | 36"W x 26"D x 17.75"H | 12% Off |
 | Restoration Hardware Sorensen Leather Bench | •Leather: antiqued •Color: whiskey •Comfortable sanctuary for smaller sitting areas. •Built of kiln-dried hardwood. •Double-doweled frames reinforced with corner blocks •Includes 2 side pillows. •Seat cushion padded with a standard fill (polyfiber wrapped around a 4½" foam core); coordinating sides are all polyfiber. •Leather-wrapped legs. | Order & Save | 72"W x 31"D x 27"H | ||
12% Off |  | West Elm Industrial Storage Media Console | •Raw mango wood in a wax finish; blackened steel legs. •Natural variations in the wood grain and coloring are to be expected. •Imported. | Order & Save | 52"W x 18"D x 24"H | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | Pottery Barn Mia Faceted-Crystal Pendant | •Crafted of glass and steel. •Hand-blown faceted glass beads hang from a filigreed steel frame with an antiqued bronze finish. •Hardwire; professional installation recommended. •Assembly required •Size: small | Order & Save | 13" diameter, 22.25" high | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Industrial Storage Side Table | •Solid mango wood with natural color variations. •Steel legs. •Drawer opens on wooden glides. •Imported. | Order & Save | 20"W x 22"D x 22"H | 12% Off |
5% |  | Euro Style Lighting Lowden Tan Leather Wrapped 21-Inch-H Table Lamp | •Genuine leather wrapped table lamp. •Tan finish. •Base is constructed in mdf (medium density fiberboard) material. •White fabric lamp shade. •Design by All the Rages. •In-line switch. •Maximum 60W or equivalent bulb (not included). | Order & Save | •21-inches high. •12 1/2-inches high from base to bottom of shade. •Base is 5 1/2-inches wide and 3 1/2-inches deep. •Shade is 10-inches across the top, 6-inches across the bottom, 9-inches on the slant. | 5% |
10% Off |  | Flor Roadside Attraction FLOR Tiles | •Style: Roadside attraction •Color: Haze •Braided grooves of high and low loops in a textured and highly versatile diagonal rhythm. •Installation: Parquet (Quarter-Turned) Installation •Construction: Loop Pile •Fiber Content: Nylon •Adhesive: FLORdots™ Total | Order & Save | 5' x 7' Each tile: 19.7" x 19.7" | 10% Off |
10% Off |  | The Shade Store Relaxed Roman Shade Quantity: 2 | •Linen Sheers ivory •Inside mount type •Standard (cord lock) control type | Order & Save | 36"W x 62"L | 10% Off |
12% Off |  | Pottery Barn Savanna Ikat Print Pillow Cover | •Made of a cotton/linen blend. •Screen printed by hand. •Reverses to same design. •Zip closure. •Insert sold separately. •Machine wash. •Imported. | Order & Save | 20" square | 12% Off |
 | Home Decorators Collection Walton 18" Pillows - Set of 2 | •Dry cleaning recommended. •Polyester with polyester insert. | Order & Save | 18" square x 4"D | ||
 | Home Decorators Collection Frida 18" Pillows - Set of 2 | •Dry cleaning recommended. •Polyester with polyester insert. | Order & Save | 18" square x 4"D | ||
12% Off |  | West Elm Special Order Pillows - 18" | •Performance velvet, Golden gate •Accommodates an 18"sq. Pillow Insert (sold separately). •Zipper closure. •Special order items cannot be returned. | Order & Save | 18" square pillow cover | 12% Off |
12% Off |  | West Elm Studded Velvet Pillow Cover - Horseradish | 100% cotton in Horseradish. •Hand-hammered nailheads. •Zipper closure. •Accommodates a 12"w x 21"l Pillow Insert (sold separately). •Imported. •This item is monogrammable for an additional $9.00. | Order & Save | 12"x21" | 12% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Surya Tempting Triangles Cotton Throw Pillow | •Material: 100% Cotton •Zipper closure •Includes shell and filler •Removable Cover: Yes •Washing Method: Spot clean only | Order & Save | 18" square | 15% Off |
 | Dot & Bo Mustard Seed Throw | •Materials 70% acrylic, 30% wool •Color (Pantone TPX) Olive (16-0726) | Order & Save | 51" x 71" | ||
 | Dot & Bo Embossed Yellow Wallpaper Frame | •Photo Dimensions 6" W x 4" H •Materials MDF, iron | Order & Save | 12.59" W x 1.10" D x 9.84" H | ||
12% Off |  | West Elm White Rim Lacquer Trays - Square | •Color: Horseradish •Engineered wood with lacquered finish. •Imported. | Order & Save | 12"sq. x 2.25"H | 12% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Lowe Pewter Upholstered Dining Chair Quantity: 2 | •Solid birch and engineered wood •Corner-blocked joinery •Foam cushioning with fiber wrap •Legs with ebony finish •Upholstered in 92% polyester and 8% linen | Order & Save | 18"W x 23"D x 34.5"H | 16% Off |
 | Zin Home Gonzo Console | •Solid wood construction. •4 Doors and 4 Drawers •Steel drawer pulls. •Matte black paint on steel •Sealer and clear lacquer topcoat on walnut •Handcrafted of Solid Reclaimed Peroba and American Walnut •Vintage American Design Steel Legs •This item is artisan crafted with meticulous care. Given its handmade and hand-finished nature, variations in the wood is to be expected and celebrated. •Each item is unique and no two are exactly alike •Weight: 299 lbs. | Order & Save | 78"W x 19"D x 29"H | ||
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Cosmo Pendant Light | •Iron with antique zinc finish •Matching 5.25"-dia. ceiling plate •78" black cord tensile wire •Hardwire (professional installation recommended) •Accommodates up to 13W CFL or 60W incandescent (not included); vintage filament light bulb recommended | Order & Save | 27" dia. x 16.5"H | 16% Off |
10% Off |  | Flor Reoriented FLOR Tiles | •Style: Reoriented •Color: Teal •Fragmented, Oriental rug patterning in bold pastels and sophisticated neutrals–the look is reminiscent of sewn together remnants. This style features a random pattern designed to vary from square to square, so patterns will not always align. Each tile is unique, not all variations may be shown in photography. •Installation: Non-Directional Installation •Construction: Cut & Loop Pile •Fiber: Content Nylon •Adhesive: FLORdots™ | Order & Save | 7' x 8' Each tile: 19.7" x 19.7" | 10% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Salton Wall Shelf Quantity: 2 | •Solid acacia wood shelf •Steel braces •Assembly hardware included •Wall anchors and mounting screws not include | Order & Save | 44"Wx12"Dx10.5"H | 16% Off |
15% Off |  | DwellStudio Safari Pietra Mirror | •Color: Antique Blue •Material: Wood / glass •Safari collection •Ornate hand carved •Country cottage style | Order & Save | Overall: 26" H x 22" W x 2" D Mirror: 19" W | 15% Off |
 | Restoration Hardware Chateau-Thierry Clock | •Small: 27" diam. •Features a creamy-white face, crisp, easy-to-read black roman numerals and molded frame •Uses one AA battery (included) | Order & Save | 27" diam. | ||
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Jamila Vase | •Aluminum •Water tight •Clean with soft dry cloth | Order & Save | 4.5"Wx13.5"Dx10.5"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Adra Vase | •Handmade •Terra cotta •Water tight •Hand wash | Order & Save | 7" dia. x 14"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Aurora Vase | •Handcrafted •Wipe clean with dry cloth •Watertight •Made in Poland | Order & Save | 11.5"Wx5"Dx12"H | 16% Off |
16% Off |  | Crate and Barrel Aquatic Vase | •Murano glass •Handmade •Food safe •Hand wash •Made in Italy | Order & Save | 12.5" dia. x 9.5"H | 16% Off |
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Kyle
6 years ago
Thank you for getting the quote for the custom entry piece. We're really thrilled with the project and super impressed with your skill and creativity!!! Thanks again!