Hi Deco Everything that I have collected part from the dining set which was an investment has been from garage sales. So I am quite happy to part with everything... I think the most expensive was $10.00. My problem is that I cant focus because you are right. I just have too much going on in different styles. Going with the style of the dining table - where do you think I should head with rug choices from everything I am reading - it says I should zone out the room?? I am staying away from leather couches and heading towards a cotton fabric. I really just want the space to be comfortable. Thanks for the tip about the ideabook. I've been collecting here and then, but mainly watching how people solve their dilemmas. I look but don't comment much.

Thank-you both for your input! I think I'm tossing up between putting the chairs in the nook or against the long wall. If chairs go in the nook, it's cosy and there's more walkway space as you said, Luke, for beanbags etc. However, what would I do with the 2m wall near the entrance? Would seating there be a bit odd? However having the screen in the nook would allow for a longer row of seating I think? So potentially more people could fit in, although those sitting near the door may have an obscure view of the screen. It seems like both options have pros & cons! We don't have anything that needs to go in, so to speak, although plenty of seating options and tables for drinks etc would be really great!

I would suggest painting the wall, but I suspect with your split levels that it would be a mammoth job, so let's not be unrealistic! Staying with practicality, the lounge is near the kitchen, so it's going to need to stand up to some rough love from the kids (and dog?). Colour wise a lot of coastal/beachhead themes have pale lounges then incorporate the navy/yellow or Aqua/coral touches. That said you could still make those colour schemes work with navy if you don't want to get a new lounge. I'm thinking table in the corner, with a lamp, funky cushions and new vibrant artwork, maybe an ottoman or a couple of small ottomans pushed together. What colours do you like?

The design is called Chesterfield, very common. Where are you based as i know of a Place in Dandenong Melbourne