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What’s Wrong?

wilma — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:29:45 GMT

Do you think something is wrong with this room?

The first thing I thought of was scale. The furniture seems much too small for the large space, or maybe there needs to be more furnishings.

I’m also thinking there’s not enough contrast. The furniture seems to blend in with the wall color and rug.

I’m not really loving most of the furnishings in the room either. I like the lamps and curio. The windows are very nice, but I need some kind of window treatment on them.

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ECBG — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:38:29 GMT

I think I have to agree with you about the scale being off. Also the room seems much too empty and needs some contrast to add some depth.

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:45:59 GMT

I agree with @wilma @ECBG , the scale is off and it does seem empty. My eye is automatically directed the the blank space between the curio cabinet and art. The windows are gorgeous, I'd like for them to be the first thing to catch my eye.

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millieshops — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:46:24 GMT

To me it looks as if someone moved from a smaller home to this one and still needs to add or change their furniture. I like the colors they live with and the light in their room.

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GenXmuse — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:48:54 GMT

I think you hit the nail on the head, the furniture is much to small for the space.

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CAcableGirl2 — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:49:48 GMT

The chair and sofa's front feet should be on the rug, not off the rug, and perhaps change sofa out for a larger sofa, it looks like a loveseat with the size of the rug and room.

And get rid of the wooden chair, it doesn't even look comfortable.

And add a dog, and then I could live there.

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Mimi 1883 — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:57:48 GMT

@wilma 👎 It looks a "Before" picture.

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Katcat1 — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:00:11 GMT

The sofa needs to be facing the windows. The cocktail is way too big and needs to be replaced. They need to have lowere side tables for the lamps. They could bring in a little color with a pillow or two. Window coverings are also needs. They need to call in a designer to help out.

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SXMGirl — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:00:35 GMT

@wilma The furniture is too small and pooly arranged, along with a boring color scheme. Time to start over on this one.

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:23:36 GMT

@Katcat1 wrote:
The sofa needs to be facing the windows. The cocktail is way too big and needs to be replaced. They need to have lowere side tables for the lamps. They could bring in a little color with a pillow or two. Window coverings are also needs. They need to call in a designer to help out.

Wow! You're good! Everything you said made perfect sense!

@CAcableGirl2 Adding a dog is the perfect addition to any room (IMO)!

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ALRATIBA — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:28:51 GMT

Entire "scene" is just too "pale." Too much light colored stuff.

I don't like furniture in front of windows.

Too much glass - end tables and cofee table.

Bench at right side of pic looks out of place.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:57:17 GMT

All of the furniture,except for the curio, needs to be placed on the carpet with at least the front legs on it anyway...interior deco 101.

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colliegirls — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:02:16 GMT

I like it, very neutral and calm.

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colliegirls — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:03:07 GMT

Different end tables would be my choice.

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RedTop — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:04:41 GMT

I LIKE IT! Actually the only thing in this picture that's my own style is the curio and maybe the rug, but I love the open space.

I wouldn't choose the furnishings and touches in this picture, but what really appeals to me is the fact this room is not overdone and stuffed with all those touches I think of as pure clutter.

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Jaspersmom — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:06:05 GMT

I'll throw my two cents in for what it's worth. I would begin by turning the rug around so long end is parallel to the wall and then experimenting with where the couch should go. Maybe on that far wall. Painting would have to be removed. Sofa dimensions seem too small, but maybe it could work with the end tables and lamps next to it on that far wall. Big chair and ottoman should be opposite sofa perhaps slanted slightly towards the window (maybe) . I'd definitely move the curio cabinet. Looks like it was just stuck in a corner. Bench chair facing out to the windows from far side of rug might bring a little balance. I'd see if the round table still looks okay next to where the large chair is, but if not, I'd remove it. Need something new above sofa.

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stevieb — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:42:22 GMT

Without getting into what I like and what I don't, the room is calling out for more furniture, a different furniture arrangement and for some sort of window covering. The pieces there appear to be sizable, there just aren't enough of them.

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spiderw — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:12:18 GMT

I would have window treatments also and add furniture and decor. It needs a pick me up for sure.

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Spurt — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:16:41 GMT

@wilma

I agree, larger sized sofa and furniture needed for the size of the room ....

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Somertime — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:19:31 GMT

@wilma The scale is way off as well as the furniture placement. Why shove all the furniture close to the window??? The rug is way too small for the room. The curio cabinet looks is all wrong on that wall. The bench's arms are way too high to be comfortable and does not work with the metal and glass tables. The metal end table and coffee tables are the right size for the room but not for the sofa and love seat. This is a large room and they should have taken that into consideration instead of using furniture from a smaller space and not adding to it. The windows allow a tremendous amount of light into the room and seems to wash out whatever wall color was used. A work in progress????????? If so, progress better hurry up!