A tricky question! Wall to wall carpeting is not a good option in India due to our hot climate as they tend to radiate heat and makes the rooms hotter. That said, they do add an aesthetic appeal and a decor feature when used in the living area. The choice rests with the individual.

Hi Jiya, For sure this has gone over the top.. not going into that.. To tone it down we can remove the terracotta red color on the walls . It can be replaced with white color on the brick wall. Window frame color if changed to lighter shades would be great as well. The line where the two floors meet may have to be covered with a uni tone area rug. The sqaure shaped dining bench gives the room a sidey restaurant like feel? Can we not change it . For the curtains and Sofa furnishings , please do not take one with any patterns on it.. uni colored ones with an accent piece would be better.. Thanks, Nitin CORNERSTONE DESIGNS Bangalore.

Hello Agamonee, In that case, you can have wall mounted ledges, corner ledges on either side or a headrest with inbuilt storage. Thanks, Nitin CORNERSTONE DESIGNS Bangalore.

Dnamies, You query has landed in Houzz India forum. Linoleum is not a preferred flooring here as there are better options readily available. I would suggest you repost this in appropriate forum to get locally suitable products reco. Thanks, Nitin Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.