i think white cotten panels are fine here...actually they are always a good choice since they are easy to care for, wash up nicely with no dry cleaning.....and they will work great with the clean lined, "beachy" decor. i forgot to mention earlier that i'd also change the lamps so the space looks a little less "matchy"...you can get great lamps for cheap money at marshalls, tj's or home goods! art will add alot and you could also paint the tv stand with some white and sand the edges to reveal a touch of the red beneath creating an antique look...which is very beach house! ;] keep us posted!!

Thanks, Potchie. I hate that rug that was left behind. The colors are too dark for the coastal furniture they left and yes, it's too small and needs to be anchored. Should the curtain panels be cotton or open weave that's lined? I know my mom will want to bring down some of her prints, which are antique and will totally not go with the coastal furniture but I can't do anything about that.

its a nice space. why not hang simple, straight hanging, white curtain panels from almost ceiling height on both the window and the door [to hide the stack of blinds when open]? this will soften the entire room and filll in some dead wall space too. then invest in a much larger area rug to define and cozy up the entire seating area. this one is not only placed awkwardly but is far too small. at least the front feet of the sofa and chairs should be on the rug.

I don't think I can match any green curtain to the almost kiwi green of the chair.

How about soft green shears on the window and over the blinds on the door?

Laura's Stripe panels from Country curtain would tie in all your colors beautfiully.

http://www.countrycurtains.com/product/011350361+laura%27s+stripe+rod+pocket+curtains.do?sortby=ourPicks