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RYE, NEW YORK LIVING ROOM

Oznell — Thu, 06 May 2021 23:20:46 GMT

Found another living room with my favorite color combo, green and blue. Here they accented with a taupe-y mocha, and just a tiny hit of deep pink.

Pale blue curtains, with that mossy green of the rich velvet chairs, I do eat that up! Designed by the mother-daughter team of McGrath II, in a gorgeous Georgian-style house in Rye.

Analyzing the room, I find it so serene, yet interesting. Apparently the McGraths pulled the color scheme loosely from the photograph on the left ( it was described as a photograph, who knew?).

I like the diversity of the round end table paired with the antique end table on the other side. But there's still calming symmetry in the lamps and other elements. I like the interesting photo art and the suave line drawing, counteracting the traditional aspects of the room.

The silvery blue of those curtains...

Here's another view into the room, from the gracious entry hall. You can see that they continued the blue of the curtains into this end of the room, with the pretty sapphire upholstered bench and paler blue chair....

Here's the entry from another angle below, where I hope you can discern that stunning two-toned floor. Apologies for such a tiny picture-- the normal size one would not reproduce here, for some strange reason! But if interested, you can go to McGrath II and see it in a decent size.

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kindred cats — Thu, 06 May 2021 23:46:23 GMT

Beautiful, I love this combo too! No complaints from me.

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stevieb — Fri, 07 May 2021 00:39:00 GMT

Some nice things, but the living room doesn't do much for me. Reasonably attractive, but nothing particularly special.

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Oznell — Fri, 07 May 2021 02:09:22 GMT

Oh, good, @kindred cats , another one who likes blue and green! Two cool colors. Something about those two together-- they seem so "vital" together, make me happy. Some people strongly dislike the combination, and the English have that old saying "Blue and green, should never be seen", ha.

Then if that blue/green combination is spiked with say, raspberry or chocolate, I'm in heaven!

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Foolywooly11 — Fri, 07 May 2021 05:01:27 GMT

I like this. Other than neutrals, blue & green are my colors!

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Flatbush — Fri, 07 May 2021 05:20:43 GMT

Yes, I really like these rooms. I am not sure I like the art work between the drapes in the living room, but I would have to see it close up to determine if I like it or not.

But, aside from that small detail, I like it.

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Lilysmom1 — Fri, 07 May 2021 08:01:55 GMT

@Oznell I like the room. I also like the colour combo. What is a turnoff for me is all the 'stuff' on the tables. Too much clutter and maybe too many tables.

I could definitely live in this beautiful room. Love the windows. S

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DREAMON — Fri, 07 May 2021 13:38:58 GMT

I love blue and green together and use it in my home in several rooms. It goes with grays, tans, browns, black, white etc.

It is my favorite color combination.

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vsm — Fri, 07 May 2021 14:08:54 GMT

@Flatbush wrote:
Yes, I really like these rooms. I am not sure I like the art work between the drapes in the living room, but I would have to see it close up to determine if I like it or not.
But, aside from that small detail, I like it.

Is it "art work," or the scribbles of a 3-year-old?

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Spurt — Fri, 07 May 2021 15:32:42 GMT

Nicely coordinated but I think it needs a little something to liven it up a bit and make it a bit more cozy and inviting...

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Nonametoday — Fri, 07 May 2021 16:12:48 GMT

@Oznell wrote:
Oh, good, @kindred cats , another one who likes blue and green! Two cool colors. Something about those two together-- they seem so "vital" together, make me happy. Some people strongly dislike the combination, and the English have that old saying "Blue and green, should never be seen", ha.

Then if that blue/green combination is spiked with say, raspberry or chocolate, I'm in heaven!

@Oznell

I have mentioned this on the Fashion Forum but perhaps not here, but this is so reminiscent of an outfit that I loved from my past. I had a soft blue silvery blouse (real silk) and a mossy green jumper. I wore the jumper with the blouse and simple pearls and pearl earrings. Not only did I get lots and lots of compliments with my platinum lizard alligator bag and shoes (which most of you will know are really a creamy white) and this outfit, but it became my favorite and I began to think I might be wearing it too often but it was still my best look ever for my particular job when not wearing a suited look.

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wilma — Fri, 07 May 2021 17:08:40 GMT

I like green in home decorating, but I'm not liking this particular shade of green or the style of the chairs. I like the wall color and tables. The sofa and drapes are ok. Not liking the artwork or lamps.

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Oznell — Fri, 07 May 2021 21:49:50 GMT

I can see why you loved that outfit, @Nonametoday -- sounds so pretty and flattering!

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SXMGirl — Fri, 07 May 2021 22:00:11 GMT

I like the room and it looks very comfortable. I would prefer another color on the green sofas, preferably a deeper blue than the drapes, but I do not care for the artwork.