That is a whole lot of question, there, and difficult to comment on the unseen furn. pieces, but a couple thoughts to start the ball rolling: Yes, you can combine patterns.Take your major colors (navy, white , red/orange) and look for patterns of different sizes and percentages:70% navy in a toile,20%navy in a stripe, etc. Gather your softgood selections together before selecting paint shades,for better accuracy in wall color. Carry colors into the kitchen by painting your chairs, and through softgood display ( tablecloth, towels, apron) as well as everyday work items routinely left out. Keep trim colour the same thoughout the space. You might slipcover the chairs at the ends of the table in a different fabric, but rather than a pattern, consider a plain fabric w accents like a monogram or stamped design to transition from the remaining patterned chairs to the couch slipcover. In general, I'd shy from painting large pieces black in a small space, but without knowing your other selections, can not make specific suggestions.( I wonder if navy might look well, when all is put together? Perhaps your fabric choices will be so sharp that a neutral off-white is begged for...) Continue to post as you make decisions, and more folks will join in. Looking forwad to seeing what you decide!

Cant wait to see more!

Clean definitely helps, but design is not just about making things look pretty. Good design is about usability, creating solutions, effecitve use of space, its about creating good flow and connection, its about embracing the homes surroundings and making the most of the site and so much more. In a nutshell, good design can and does change lives. :-)

I love your home!!!! So fantastic. Retro Renovation is a great blog to check out. Also Secret Design Studio on Facebook. I have done my kitchen in a 50's theme if you want to check out my profile I have it on there.i painted my kitchen a teal blue (Dulux Tapioca - Half strength) I am also going to lighten my walls that are in my lounge and hallway a to Antique White USA. Try and keep your beautiful timber features.