Laura's "Sunny Days" Living Room
Sunny Days
Name:
LauraLocation:
Washington, Washington D.C.Division:
SouthColors Used
Yellow Wall - Pratt and Lambert Burnished Gold (11-13) White Wall - came with the apartment
Color Inspiration
It all came together organically over time - I bought the sofa on a whim first for my last apartment, as I always wanted a chesterfield, which inspired all the yellow and orange tones, and the chairs were a later whim. I was going to get them reupholstered, but after living with them for a while and noticing how they really picked up the green in all of my plants, I decided it was a really nice counterpoint.
Color Tips
Don't be afraid and just go for it! Paint is an easy thing to change, but there is no easier and stronger way to make an impact. I wanted a cheerful, sunny space, and I was able to do so by taking a risk with the bright yellow.
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Comments (36)
Very pretty, but am I the only one wondering why an entry from DC is in the South category??
view tonia502's profile
Lovely Apartment!
view George1st's profile
WHERE did you find the rug? Loving it!
view michellejo's profile
I normally don't like accent walls, but in this case I love how the wall behind the couch was left white so the beautiful couch stands out.
view alahoop's profile
Laura, I love yellow and orange too! That's what I've got going on in my living/dining area. Really nice job on this one!
view TKPKgirl's profile
i usually don't like accent walls and have a mild hate for yellow, but I love this!
view Muesli's profile
i surprised myself when i said, "i love this!" maybe it's your couch! love!
view sesteadman88's profile
So so nice!!!! You've got my vote!
view bdosgal's profile
I couldn't relax, it's so energetic, but I love it for you!
view KristinaKS's profile
Although I like yellow, the boldness of the color makes all the other walls look as though they are simply lacking. Very pretty color.
view bfergie13's profile
I want that rug!!!
view Gwen from ChloesWindow's profile
Love the rug!!
view vdyat's profile
Love the couch. Is that a WestELm rug?
view MartieMartie's profile
You are my sunshine..my only sunshine. A happy nappy room
view House Voyeur's profile
This is just stunning! I've always loved orange and yellow together and that rug is perfect for the room.
view LittleMissSunshine's profile
Thou Im not vary into sunny colors such as yeloows and oranges, I favorite you because THAT is really a colorful room :) Congrats and good luck!
view csmoura's profile
Absolutely divine! Adore the sunshiny warmth of it all! Great color choices!
view A Whimsical Girl Named Debbie's profile
I adore this room. So warm and stylish.
view herong's profile
great use of color! it makes me happy just to look at it.
view sturdydesign's profile
Orange I happy I voted for you!
I honestly love it to bits. Well done!
view Cei-face's profile
Thanks so much for all the compliments! I'm glad you all enjoy it as much as I do. The rug is indeed west elm but I had bought it on Craigslist for my boyfriend's house a few years ago and decided to try it out after he moved and didn't need it any more.
Um normally not a huge fan of accent walls myself, but the living room, kitchen, and entry are all connected and I didn't want to overwhelm the space with that much yellow. I also liked the white background to set off my photos.
view Sassyladie's profile
What a great space. I would not have cared for the kitchen cabinets, but you completely worked them in. I love the way the colors come from the same general area on the color wheel. I don't even like yellow, but I could live here.
view RobinD.'s profile
It's the green chairs that make the room. They are so great with the yellow and orange.
view realcalm's profile
..So attractive and inviting...Looks like a happy place to be. It's so well put together.
view MEBJohnson's profile
Very pretty and warm. I bet it glows at night.
view bejeweled's profile
The worst possible colours ever to combine, yet you have made this room brilliant! I love the couch and the picture placement. Great job!
view hollywoodgin's profile
love that couch ! what a bright and cheery place :)
view pizzapi's profile
love love love this space, but not in love with your sofa... sorry.. if you reupholster it I would be impressed
view ncaccavo's profile
I have both your sofa (in that color) and those bar stools. Needless to say, I love your style!
view ashley.c.cline's profile
So bright & beautiful. I especially love those two green chairs--where did you find them? Love your room!
view Starrigger's profile
I LOVE this room! The colors together is simply spectacular! :) Good Luck!
view mahzer&vee's profile
I tend to not like orange tones and warm colors, but this room proves me wrong - well done!!
view amy good house's profile
I have those side chairs, got @ a ReStore... Where did you get yours? I'm curious because I've never seen them anywhere else. Also, I used to have almost the same exact couch. Funny. I love your style!! :)
view contessab's profile
My boyfriend's office was moving and selling a bunch of their furniture, so I was able to snag them for $5 apiece. I've seen the same chair once on Craigslist, but other than that, I've never seen them. They are super comfy.
Thanks so much for all the support, everyone!
view Sassyladie's profile
I'm just outside of DC. Maybe they're local!
view contessab's profile
Brillante!
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