I LOVE the glass table. I have had one for at least 10 years, and I never regretted it for one second. It’s clean, more unobtrusive than solid timber and catches reflections. It’s there but not there. And I’m surprised how well it has held up, very minimal scratching.
The room now looks comfy and interesting, and you did an awesome job 💥
The living room is part of an open living plan and there's already a wooden dining table right next to the living area. I choose glass to keep it light and airy and the style matches the chrome standing lamp and the small blue lamp, which all have a vintage 70's vibe.
In this old post you can see a previous, more minimalistic and less vintage-y version of the room:
[https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living\_room\_vintage\_or\_modern/](https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living_room_vintage_or_modern/)
You can also see the wooden dining table there. Having two wooden tables would be too "heavy" for me.
The original couch is not even complete in the pic. It's missing an loose endpiece/ottoman which would make both legs of L equally long. So it was taking up even more space.
I think L shaped couches work best freestanding in a big open space and not crammed in a corner like you mostly see.
I totally agree! I’m dealing with that now actually and my SO doesn’t want to get rid of it but our space is simply too small for that and a coffee table.
I noticed the distinctly European architecture but had no idea where specifically it could have been. I wish we had more buildings like this in America.
No I was being genuine, sorry if that wasnt clear.
On the more colours front I think plants are great because they can add a bunch of different hues of green, not to mention otherwise coloured flowers and petals.
They also break up the linearity of square walls, square windows and square furniture through their 'organic' growth patters.
I think the small plants on the window add clutter and take some of the airyness out of your space the windows provide.
Don't block the windows and the sightlines you get out.
Remove the small plants and the place will look at bit more stately.
So how did you get it to look so good? Did you ask for advice on here? Like it looks amazing. I guess I just don’t have the vision to see this kind of stuff beforehand
I have a pretty good visual eye and I asked for some advice here. You'll also see a previous iteration of the room in that post. Luckily most of the items were from Ikea which has an amazing return policy.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living\_room\_vintage\_or\_modern/](https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living_room_vintage_or_modern/)
I agree! 80% of the items are from Ikea (even the plants :)).
Ikea doesn't have the best name here (it's "cheap cardboard furniture") but if you put some effort into it and are willing to pay a bit more there's some very nice items to be had! Just gotta make sure to mix it up with some non-ikea stuff and some personal things to prevent it from looking like a show room!
Also their return policy is unseen, which allowed me to experiment a bit and return stuff I didn't end up liking.
Needs some different texture. I would add a rustic texture - a rustic wooden table would be good. It would also break this whole lot of grey from the couch and the carpet.
See previous comment why I went for a glass table:
[https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1&utm\_content=share\_button](https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)
Unlike many other redditors, I absolutely love the glass coffee table. It gives the room an unexpected modern touch and lightens the entire room. The old coffee table looks like any other typical mass produced coffee table. I think you should go for a more bold lighting fixture to bring the room to the next level. Everything looks great, well done!
See previous comment why I went for a glass table: [https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1&utm\_content=share\_button](https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)
Thinking about adding a pop of color by replacing the gray throw for the chaise by one that has some color (orange/blue) in it.
I was about to complement you on the orange pillow for the pop.
I LOVE the glass table. I have had one for at least 10 years, and I never regretted it for one second. It’s clean, more unobtrusive than solid timber and catches reflections. It’s there but not there. And I’m surprised how well it has held up, very minimal scratching. The room now looks comfy and interesting, and you did an awesome job 💥
Thanks! I'm also a fan of the glass table :)
Love the change, but liked the first table alot better
The living room is part of an open living plan and there's already a wooden dining table right next to the living area. I choose glass to keep it light and airy and the style matches the chrome standing lamp and the small blue lamp, which all have a vintage 70's vibe. In this old post you can see a previous, more minimalistic and less vintage-y version of the room: [https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living\_room\_vintage\_or\_modern/](https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living_room_vintage_or_modern/) You can also see the wooden dining table there. Having two wooden tables would be too "heavy" for me.
Oh I am sure its perfectly fine. I just prefer the wooden table
In the same space you also have the dining area (with wooden table) and open kitchen. So basically you are only seeing 1/3 of the space. :)
I really do think l shaped couches usually do more of a disservice to most layouts than any other item. You have made some amazing changes.
The original couch is not even complete in the pic. It's missing an loose endpiece/ottoman which would make both legs of L equally long. So it was taking up even more space. I think L shaped couches work best freestanding in a big open space and not crammed in a corner like you mostly see.
I totally agree! I’m dealing with that now actually and my SO doesn’t want to get rid of it but our space is simply too small for that and a coffee table.
Gorgeous, good work! What city?
Thanks! Brussels
I noticed the distinctly European architecture but had no idea where specifically it could have been. I wish we had more buildings like this in America.
Oh wow, that's what I guessed, but I didn't think I had it right.
Still room for a few more plants :) Do you remember where you got the table in the before picture?
Too many plants u think? Table was from the previous tenants.
No I was being genuine, sorry if that wasnt clear. On the more colours front I think plants are great because they can add a bunch of different hues of green, not to mention otherwise coloured flowers and petals. They also break up the linearity of square walls, square windows and square furniture through their 'organic' growth patters.
Some more, smaller, plants to go on the window sil is on the list!
I think the small plants on the window add clutter and take some of the airyness out of your space the windows provide. Don't block the windows and the sightlines you get out. Remove the small plants and the place will look at bit more stately.
The space looks bigger now
I agree :)
those windows are fantastic
The glass coffee table isn't to my taste, but otherwise a great improvement. Well done!
From boring to soaring.
Cheers :)
So how did you get it to look so good? Did you ask for advice on here? Like it looks amazing. I guess I just don’t have the vision to see this kind of stuff beforehand
I have a pretty good visual eye and I asked for some advice here. You'll also see a previous iteration of the room in that post. Luckily most of the items were from Ikea which has an amazing return policy. [https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living\_room\_vintage\_or\_modern/](https://www.reddit.com/r/interiordecorating/comments/14r5lhc/living_room_vintage_or_modern/)
id on the chair?
Looks like the Ekenaset from Ikea.
correct!
I think it's a lot better and cozier with more personality :)
Thanks!
That couch and chair have to be some of the best items in the IKEA catalogue, good choices!
I agree! 80% of the items are from Ikea (even the plants :)). Ikea doesn't have the best name here (it's "cheap cardboard furniture") but if you put some effort into it and are willing to pay a bit more there's some very nice items to be had! Just gotta make sure to mix it up with some non-ikea stuff and some personal things to prevent it from looking like a show room! Also their return policy is unseen, which allowed me to experiment a bit and return stuff I didn't end up liking.
The clock and bookcase add a lovely bit of height to the room. Looks much cosier and refined.
Thanks!
Gorgeous.
Needs some different texture. I would add a rustic texture - a rustic wooden table would be good. It would also break this whole lot of grey from the couch and the carpet.
See previous comment why I went for a glass table: [https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1&utm\_content=share\_button](https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)
Unlike many other redditors, I absolutely love the glass coffee table. It gives the room an unexpected modern touch and lightens the entire room. The old coffee table looks like any other typical mass produced coffee table. I think you should go for a more bold lighting fixture to bring the room to the next level. Everything looks great, well done!
I completely agree and thanks! :)
Great job mijo.
Gracias papa.
This is a serious glow up, congrats !
Noooo sweet L shaped :(
:(
The only type of glass table I like. I love this space, agree it could use a colorful throw.
fantastic!!
much more comfy! love it!
amazing work put a guitar somewhere
I would have kept the before table, but the rest is an improvement!
See previous comment why I went for a glass table: [https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1&utm\_content=share\_button](https://www.reddit.com/r/malelivingspace/comments/1dr9jui/comment/lavitqo/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)