You could also bring in some texture with bamboo sticks or decorative branches and help balance a bit the height of your room with small scale furniture. Spray paint them if you find the perfect size and shape but they aren't the color that you need. Ikea carries white decorative stalks for a very good price. the ones in the 1st picture hold well with small kids around and you don't need a vase for them. there are washi paper or crinkly paper floor lamps with a soft beautifully diffused glow For a budget friendly version check ikea or target http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80028552/

Maybe walls and drop ceiling could be painted in a vibrant accent color instead of more beige. Stripes are usually formal, more casual if not the same size. Chic could be achieved with silver and beige stripes - wide and horizontal. Here is an idea book on stripes and one on how to DIY. https://www.houzz.com/magazine/the-case-for-striped-walls-stsetivw-vs~225887 https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-paint-perfect-wall-stripes-stsetivw-vs~3427677

This space looks like a perfect spot for wallpaper or an accent color...wallpaper is making a big comeback and comes as simple as grass paper to more ornate or modern patterns...also a good option a subtle graphic paint treatment...the simple lines of the bannister invite a vertical stripe or pinstripe paint trtmt also

hey all i needed some guidance on which type of chandelier shall i put in my drawing room cum living room. i got a pinkish wallpaper with slight golden plant stem design. the walls are all light pinkish. The sofas are golden with purple stripes. the crockery shelf is brown wood polish with silver handles. The doors are white with silver handle. i have selected a chrome + crystal chandelier. i thought golden color would suit more. can anyone guide me? silver or golden..