designer karl lohnes's Profile

Did you see the QUEEN painting at the preview? It is now sold out and on re-order.

IF the architecture of your home is modern then go with light; older or traditional then go with dark. That being said, a good rule of thumb is to go dark on bottom (dark floors) and lighter on top (lighter cabinetry). In my opinion, light floors tend to look unfinished/unstained when lots of dark furniture is sitting on top. -KL

I'd be a bit unconventional by placing the bed against the window near the kitchen. A tall headboard will make it feel cozy for sleeping and a drape at the end of the bed will keep you from waking up looking at the kitchen. This way, your bedroom and kitchen (two rooms that guests do not have to see( are self contained and hidden away form the open space.
Place a work table or desk along the solid wall that backs onto the kitchen (near the closets). Float your dining and living furnishing in the overall space; when guests walk in the space will appear as an open-style, larger space than having the bed somewhere in sight. One or two area rugs will help to visually divide the large room into areas; make sure they have colour and pattern as you are limited with wall space that would offer up personality with art.