We're moving to a rented property for at least a few years which we can't decorate. Large Victorian house with high ceilings, lots of windows and has been given a fairly contemporary makeover with psinted grey walls and dark floors in living areas.
It's not unpleasant but is cold and not homely. Empty at present so hard to envisage it being cosy and to get heads around proportions.
We need to get some furniture, large pieces so they don't get lost - sofas, dining table and chairs, other pieces to fill it up (?).
Probably second hand and looking at pieces that will make it look more warm and comfortable rather than a back drop for a showhome.
I'm thinking natural textured colours - sludgy aubergine? Yet really haven't a clue as not gifted in interior design knowhow and have never lived in a house of such large proportions Or of this era.
Would you offer some tips and tricks to help us understand to basics of making our lounge and dining room into homely spaces and some guidance on colours would be welcome. Thanks.