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Terrible at home decor - need help

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Coffeebean987 · 11/01/2025 17:52

Just that really - I need help from someone who knows about interior design. I have a garage that I have just converted to a room. I have installed crittal doors in anthracite grey. The room is on the small side and faces north east in direction so is naturally darker that side. I was thinking of using a wall mural with a view of mountains (very subtle) to make the space seem bigger. Looking online it says to use warm colours in a north facing room - however I don’t think they match anthracite grey. My house is currently painted completely off white in every room, as I have no idea about decor. The doors in the picture are like my ones however they look black. My driveway is red bricks. I would really appreciate any help. The room will be added living space for school work and chilling out - no TV in here.

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FromTheFirstOldFashionedWeWereCursed · 11/01/2025 17:56

Did you intend to include a picture too, OP? That would definitely be useful.

Coffeebean987 · 11/01/2025 18:02

Picture now added

Terrible at home decor - need help
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Coffeebean987 · 11/01/2025 18:02

FromTheFirstOldFashionedWeWereCursed · 11/01/2025 17:56

Did you intend to include a picture too, OP? That would definitely be useful.

Added now 😊

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ElizabethVonArnim · 11/01/2025 18:15

That's lovely. Don't worry about matching or not the anthracite grey - the point of that is to make the bars of the window disappear against the view of the garden and will be fine with whichever colours you decide on.

JanuaryJaguar · 11/01/2025 18:21

If the whole house is off white I think it might be best to stick with that. Then add colour with furnishings. Will there be a sofa in there for example?

Mt563 · 11/01/2025 18:24

I'd be tempted to go the other way and really use this as a way to start finding your style. Sounds like you want to be more adventurous and you've got to start somewhere! I really think bold paint colours or wall treatments can make a room

moazzam · 13/10/2025 07:28

"Don’t worry! Home decor is all about expressing your personality and creating a space you love. Start small — choose a color palette you like, add a few cozy elements like cushions or plants, and build from there. You don’t need to be an expert — just have fun experimenting! If you’d like, I can help you step-by-step to create a beautiful, comfortable home."

Cozy Abode Living

https://cozyabodeliving.com/

ILoveLukeAlderton · 13/10/2025 07:33

If OP wanted an answer from Chat GPT she’d have asked it herself…

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