Please paint the ceiling. It would look much nicer IMO.

That ceiling is spectacular.

I do love the ceiling, maybe a lighter white paint on walls will really highlight the craftsmanship of the timber ceiling, also updating the cream to white in the kitchen would make the splash back shine, black bar stools would tie it all together, add some gorgeous black accessories to bench...gorgeous

Thank you everyone, I really appreciate the feedback.

paint the ceiling to brighten the room..the best feature is your fabulous views

Not really able to change kitchen door colour at this stage but wondering would a more beige paint colour help maybe instead of the yellow cream wall paint? And really tired of the red so that has to go🙂 looking to hopefully bring it more up to date with as inexpensive options as possible if that makes sense. Thanks

cheapest option is to paint the splashback..the paint should last until you want a more permanent solution and paint would allow you to test a variety of colours

If you are looking for a colour to repaint existing walls, have a look at Dulux Quarter Opononi (colors of New Zealand). It's a warm pale sandy colour, very light.

Thanks so much. Appreciate all the ideas so far!

U obviously are a bit over the gold hue. It doesn’t match your modern kitchen so on that basis I would paint it. But it will Make the room a lot lighter, less atmospheric. Is that what your want. It would be more expensive to sand right back and restain

Personally, I would focus on lightening and cozying the floor through some large area rugs. Some of the online rug companies have a function where you take a photo of your room and then insert your desired rugs into the space. It would give you an idea of what the effect would be without spending any money.

Thanks again for the ideas. I think we will probably end up painting the ceiling, just to help the overall colouring of the room. Also the walls to a lighter beige/off white. Mt

I agree with Julie that your ceiling is stunning, but I can see why it’s not working for you with the flooring. However, the ceiling seems to blend well with the fireplace and I would try to work with it and embrace the warm, tactile treehouse vibe which is perfect for the setting. As Kate says, sanding and painting it properly could get expensive. I would replace the flooring.

If that’s beyond your budget, you could add large neutral rugs in the living room, and switch out the light fitting for a simpler one that doesn’t fight with the panelling. Echo the ceiling tone with some textiles, maybe a caramel leather cushion or two so that it looks intentional. The kitchen has a kind of modern feel; you could unify the spaces more by installing a less modern range hood and bringing in some timber touches to reflect the tone of the ceiling, like barstools, bowls, etc. Paint the splashback, or some warm ceramic tile would pick up the earthy feel of the living room while not fighting with the view. Great space and good luck!

Paint the overpowering ceiling as it distracts from the magnificent view and clashes with a beautiful timber floor . Your eyes should be travelling out and not up . Get some sample tiles and bring them home so that you can see what blends into your cabinet colour . Likewise some sample paint pots to try out would help .

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wouldn't paint the ceiling as it frames the view ie: borders it. I would paint the walls white and update the curtains, different heading, longer perhaps simple soft grey sheers, if your climate is cold and insulating is a problem add simple unobtrusive matching blinds. A large sisal or neutral rug under the table would be something else I feel the room needs,

work with the beautiful features that the house has not against them, gorgeous house

like you a dislike that red splash back, red and black too harsh just continue the white walls and splash back and try timber and fabric stools

this rough idea may help

thankyou so much! so much to think about!😁 and so glad to hear what others think...much appreciated.

Floor is beautiful, as ceiling is pine I would paint it, not necessarily white though. Get a colour consultant in .. worth the money

I really like the ceiling, as others said it gives it atmosphere and frames the view. When you say pine, I'm thinking you mean the finest of all the pines - Oregon which is fine grained and a warm honey colour. I have a cathedral ceiling and I would gladly swap my bland white faux Hamptons look with you any day!

I would look at a large rug for the floor - if the budget is small, find a carpet that you like and get it edged as a rug - my favourite hack. I agree to bring in some black in the curtain rods and swap out al that cream/yellow paint for a neutral white.

Your kitchen reminds me of mine circa 1998. Change the splash back to something neutral. Even white painted glass or a white textured or interestingly shaped tile. Swap out your bar stools for timber and introduce some timber elements in the kitchen to match the roof. Think chopping boards,, timber bowl for fruit, utensil holders, pot plants. Paint the walls white as well. All the creams in the world won't help the ceiling look better. you need to work with it not against it.

Good luck and keep us up to date!

I would replace chandelier and paint the walls first as the ceiling isn't that overpowering really.

Wow thankyou for the good ideas. What kind of light fitting are you suggesting to replace chandelier, CP? Also any ideas/ examples of rugs anyone? Also, the window frames are all yellow cream btw, so still stuck with that colour a little...and of course kitchen cupboard doors very cream too...would white splashback and paint really be ok in there? Wouldn't fight with the cream? Thx again

Sometimes it’s just helps to make things visible. Hope this helps with inspiration. I would suggest a cream white for ceiling and a sand colour for walls. (White walls would only make your cupboards look more yellowish). The backsplash a dark greyish colour. Add some new lighting, rug and bar stools and it will look more modern. The brickwork of the fireplace a slightly darker sand colour to make it more of a feature wall. Good luck.

Mon M, thank you SO much...I love what you have done...and your suggestions. Exactly what I was after...thanks for the trouble you have gone to for me to visualize. appreciate it v much

Have you considered stick-on tiles to cover the splashback?

Because the timber ceiling is a GORGEOUS colour, I would not paint the ceiling. That said, to add height and brightness to the room I'd go with a slightly cool bright white, like white on white across the walls and trim and then white wash or paint the brick white. Accessorize with timber and textured accessories and green plants. I think the room will look INCREDIBLE!

Also, kill the curtains entirely, either get modern sliding shutter type, or a dark shade that can be drawn for privacy. the expense is worth it. Painting the brick white and removing the curtains will make the room feel large and expansive...

I'm about to do this in our new home. White brick interior walls, timber ceiling with black trusses...I hope yours works out!