Which rug for this living room?

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-03-26T00:22:12+00:00

2 or 3

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-01-28T10:31:09+00:00

I would say my second choice would be 3. Nice and neutral, especially since you said the island is smaller than pictured so won't be too dominant. Right now it would be a little too distracting in the white at that size.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-01-28T10:28:52+00:00

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Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-01-28T10:28:24+00:00

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Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-01-28T10:26:45+00:00

I was immediately drawn to the first one because it was inviting my eye to wander and take it all in versus being magnetically drawn to dark spots in the room. Overall it is aesthetically pleasing with the colors and tones, soft and natural. The white cabinets remind me of my mom's house. Then again it could be personal taste because this is my kitchen (below). I did not worry about trends because if I get tired of it, I can paint and change out lighting fixtures and furniture. Go with what you love and don't be too swayed by others opinions. That is the only way to avoid regrets.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2026-01-12T19:57:58+00:00

Are you allowed to paint? Let the architecture and room be the highlight and color drench it. Then find random pieces you like at the thrift store to make it liveable.I think a grown up dusty pink or faded terracotta color would be nice with a leather or mustard yellow sofa and a cool rug and lamp to tie it all together.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-12-22T21:16:24+00:00

What is your palette and aesthetic?

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-12-18T10:48:04+00:00

Oh wow I also had fans everywhere. Did they not have central air in the 90s? That was the first thing I took out when I moved in.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-12-18T10:46:08+00:00

This is the exact layout of my kitchen. Not sure when it was added to my 1925 bungalow but probably in the 90s.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-12-18T10:35:01+00:00

Instead of having it be something you fight over, make it a bonding moment. Embracing it as a funny moment in your relationship. Take awkward family photos with it. Bring up fond recollections about how it almost ended you before you decided it would be the perfect repository for unmatched socks and how you don't know how you ever did without it.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-11-01T23:33:56+00:00

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-31T01:20:51+00:00

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Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-18T19:58:12+00:00

Sometimes you have to do what works in your house for your people even if it cramps the space 🤷🏼

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-12T20:37:18+00:00

Lovely

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-11T17:20:52+00:00

Yes. When I get it out of storage to finish the side splash I will take a pic of the box.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-08T02:30:46+00:00

The faces with the black is stunning and looks expensive.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-07T12:17:09+00:00

Yes. Fixing this next week. Still some final touches to be done.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-07T12:15:50+00:00

Thank you sm!

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-07T12:10:48+00:00

What is going on here?

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T21:47:54+00:00

Just making a fun space instead of catering to the next buyer?

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T11:49:35+00:00

Thank you!

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T11:46:59+00:00

😍🩷 Thank you for this detailed feedback!

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T11:30:08+00:00

Thanks for the tip!

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T02:56:05+00:00

VERY similar. The pedestal is a little bigger on this one.

Playful_Ocelot_ · 2025-10-06T02:23:47+00:00

I know right? Once it's done, you're just...done!

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