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Yes, "dinning"! What is it about that word?

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A lot of people say "Selling on Ebay for $1,200!" Well, no. It's listed on Ebay for $1,200 and there's no way that person is going to get that much for it. The thrift stores are getting to be just as bad. Their model has shifted from selling to people in need to selling in order to run programs for people in need. I guess that's not all bad, but it sure leaves out people who may not be needy but still need to find a bargain. Like me.

It's kind of cool but looks like a cleaning nightmare.

I have collected about 10 lazy susans at thrift stores to use in my fridge and pantry. No more digging!

You're lucky it's such a simple shape. A bit of paint and a new top/sink... it will fit right in. With the ultra-simple lines it's kind of a blank canvas and could become a focal point with a special design or a very bold color. I'm picturing a lusciously shiny lacquered box as inspiration.

Yep, ash or charcoal grey will make a huge improvement.

I think this is a case where custom carpentry would be well worth the money. You'll take advantage of every inch. Fold and shelve everything that doesn't absolutely need to hang.

You could also consider hooks in vertical rows on the slanted ceiling so things can be hung facing frontwards and cascading down the slant.

This is beautiful, with the perfect amount of history coming through. I love the color restraint! There's a difference between fearful neutrals and confident neutrals, and this place knows what it is. Well done!

I don't think it's about being embarrassed to have a TV, or trying to fool anyone... some of us just prefer not to have a large, gaping, blank screen in the room when we're using it for other functions like entertaining or reading. Ours is off more than it's on, and it's in our only entertaining space, so it's nice to forget about it. Though I do agree that this particular "solution" is really not solving anything.

This might be too small, too, but the price is right ($299)
http://www.homedecorators.com/P/Cancun_Swivel_Accent_Chair/810/

Size is right, lighter colors, $650:
http://www.artvan.com/Furniture/Store/Product_Sea-Rider-Swivel-Chair_10051_10052_-1_300103596_30001_30000

I go with a light to medium taupe on the walls (more grey than tan, SW Functional Grey comes to mind), and add a runner or Flor tiles the length of the hallway in colors that tie into the neighboring rooms.