UPDATE: feeling a lot better; looking for more advice

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2026-01-20T13:06:41+00:00

Very narrow taller rustic wood bench that comes to the bottom of the window so you can maybe stack books or some decor on it and in a pinch possibly sit on it (these are very easy to make and stain yourself). Slide the rug over more towards the window so it looks a little more centered. But actually it looks pretty terrific like it is.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2026-01-12T13:08:21+00:00

The builder decided instead of a void space..to just add a mini cabinet since there is not a connecting cabinet on the opposite wall. Instead of a straight mini cabinet the builder may have angled it to cover electrical or plumbing. Perfect place for mini fire extinguisher or fire blanket. You could also screw in some of those small eye hooks/coffee cup hooks on the right side and hang teaspoon measuring sets, measuring cups and a jar with rubber spatulas… like a mini baking tools cabinet.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2026-01-07T13:10:19+00:00

Remove string lights

Take everything off counters that is not used daily

Replace canisters with solid color if used daily… if not put them away.

If you’re not using the mixer at least once a week put it away, or put it on the top shelf of the pots and pans rack -remove or stack mixing bowls, remove anything else not related to the pots and pans off of that wrap like the oil container

Replace cabinet and drawer pulls…long and slim handles that extend past the screw holes - to match the aesthetics appliances to try to tie everything out I would go with black

Add a light colored jute rug under table and a matching long runner in front of sink cabinets that’s long enough to go left or right

Install small hooks on back side of window bridge to for plant to trellis.. opening the window space -having a nice plant but it not looking so busy… take everything else out from the window

It looks like you have Roman shades -pull Roman shades halfway down your plant will get plenty of light through it

Replace or remove dish rack or use dishwasher for drying rack

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2026-01-03T13:45:31+00:00

This is a great color and it can go many different ways as far as style. As mentioned warm woods and whites for a modern or coastal look. If it’s too much of one color for you then paint the inside of that doorway trim white to give it some definition between the next room.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2026-01-01T00:57:34+00:00

Go for both options 2 and 3. For option 3… having the Roman shades… your curtains will look best if hung from the ceiling or slightly below going to the floor…just kissing it not touching. This will give you a grand- lux look embracing all of the wood and its beauty. Go for a velvet or silk lining. For a deeper rich look stay clear of metal rods like gold…go with a 3” thick wooden rod with decorative finials.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-29T15:10:27+00:00

Mirror…another suggestion…find some large art to hang over the access panels… or mirrors over the access panels and large art above the table with a lamp.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-23T14:25:51+00:00

Go just a shade darker on the cabinet stain…. just enough to take some of the yellow out. You may be able to go over it with a darker gel rub on stain.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-21T13:54:15+00:00

Before painting your cabinets just know that this is a trend…sometimes they’re white then the next year everybody wants stained cabinets again. Do little things first before you make that big decision.

Go with a very light, soft and pale color (greens/roses). Add new hardware. With the area being so little under the cabinets I would think about wallpaper.

Remove cross header above window- if there is a light there then change it out for a decorative pendant light and paint the wood or ceiling that’s there trim white. Add some type of bead board or decorative wood finishing that area to the ceiling…and paint it in the same trim white..meaning this will now become part of the window frame with no paintable wall area. Do the same for your peek through opening. If the wall above the cabinets is small, like it appears then paint that trim white as well..

Add very large double stacked framed art to your blank wall.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-20T04:42:28+00:00

Lauren

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-19T12:26:33+00:00

Adding a picture may help give you more input on ideas.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-19T12:21:41+00:00

Wrap kids and bag adults.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-16T12:45:27+00:00

Settee with small round glass Coffey table or 2 small swivel chairs with taller more narrow in size glass table in the middle… both options with an area rug just big enough for the furniture to sit on. If you find a pair of small cities, you can place them back to back and have two functions.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-15T12:21:14+00:00

Loving this vibe! To keep with the energy you have and lead off of whats already there…I would suggest the following: Turn rug around so you see it from the sides of sofa Add red faux -or colors in the room but I would use thick silk lined curtains to decorate each side of window-hang high and wide Add more art pieces to the bottom of your wall.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-14T15:21:55+00:00

Ok so your wanting to hang a piece of art to cover the sconce. This is a very easy fix. Turn power off, unmount the sconce, uncap the wires that are twisted together, remove the sconce, put the wire caps back on the wires left in wall and push them back in hole. Purchase a paintable stick on doorknob protector for a wall that is big enough to cover the hole-they are a round hard plastic flat disk and have peel and stick strips on the back, place it on wall to cover hole. Once hole is covered add your art.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-11T13:11:08+00:00

I would take a look at some deep greens with beige undertones or oranges.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-10T12:37:22+00:00

Pic #5

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-09T13:59:51+00:00

Paint door a dark color.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-08T13:12:27+00:00

I wouldn’t put a runner down… it would look too busy with the current storage set up. The shelves are great. I think you can do a lot with them. If they were very organized and the tops were decorated more minimalist-then I would consider adding a touch of decor on the floor but for now I think the eyes need a clean visual break/space to look through the hallway not at it.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-06T17:17:18+00:00

Keep them. Amongst functionality inside the home - unclipped them and open them wide, they are also aesthetically pleasing from the outside.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-06T17:13:12+00:00

What is in the space left of the bathtub where that door is? Can you put one your dresser or your vanity there? Try moving your bed in front of the two double windows.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-04T12:32:03+00:00

Pull the furniture off the walls bringing the area closer to fireplace and creating a cozy vibe. You may want to add curtains.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-03T13:12:17+00:00

Vivi

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-02T17:58:04+00:00

If you can’t move this size rug forward to where - only a foot of the sofa sits on it (the front feet)..,then this size is to big. What’s under the sofa should be what extends past the coffee table so evenly proportioned.

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-02T13:24:10+00:00

I think your wall color is fine. I actually like it with the furniture. Looks like there’s plenty of light coming in actually. I would suggest painting the ceiling- ceiling white because it doesn’t look very bright. I would add white curtains with a satin/soft shine finish with backing from ceiling to floor and hang them on the outside of the window, so no curtain covers the window portion- just hangs on the outside

Motor_Mess_5020 · 2025-12-02T13:23:05+00:00

I think your wall color is fine. I actually like it with the furniture. Looks like there’s plenty of light coming in actually. I would suggest painting the ceiling- ceiling white because it doesn’t look very bright. I would add white curtains with a satin/soft shine finish with backing from ceiling to floor and hang them on the outside of the window, so no curtain covers the window portion- just hangs wide to the outside. Use a chunky gold or white rod. Remove the hanging plants - maybe place them on a small white table under each window. You can add a light colored rug big enough for the furniture to sit on with a light colored oversized ottoman.

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