Redecorating ..this time - for real.

I am seriously considering a major over haul on the apartment. It looks like we are probably going to be here for a while, so perhaps I should attempt to make some improvements.

For one, I want a new couch. Right now, I have a black leather couch. The leather has begun to crack in certain areas, not to mention my former vampire cat apparently tore a hole into one side.

It is time.

I am drawn to beige couches this year. BUT - I am afriad of stains. I like the idea of changing out pillows for color, that way, it matches everything. I TRULY need your thoughts!! 

Here are some of the options I am looking at. (PS - NOT the coffee table and end tables.. JUST the couches.)

Then let's talk walls. I want to paint. BUT - and it's a BIG but, is it worth the time and money? I am a renter, which means, unless it is a super neutral color, I will have to repaint or PAY before I move. Scary thought.

I also have an awesome sunroom (I am sitting in now.) I would love to put a chaise in here. Right now, I have a "day bed" in here and has worked well for guests. However, the eyptian works in the hotel industry now - so no need to worry about housing friends & family any more.

I would love to actually put plants, a chaise, a nice standing reading lamp and house a book case that is actually shelves installed on the wall.I want to get rid of the daybed and the computer desk. Since the floor has tile, perhaps get a decent oriental rug.

Then the bed room. I LOVE my bed. The egyptian is not so found. Since, we do not have a second bedroom to put it in yet, I could just do an overhaul on the chiffarobe (antique), shelf and desk that are in there. These items will all eventually be in a "guest" bedroom. I want a "Greek Isles" feel. Perhaps I can paint the old wood.. but what color??? A Shabby Chic white? Or to be safe (In case I change my mind) - a nice black wood??

The bathroom, well, I think I am going to search today.

The kitchen has the appliances I want, BUT - the walls have wallpaper (which I think is the ugliest thing people could invest in.) Got to figure that one out. I wonder if I can get permission to pull it down?

I guess I am just thinking outloud. Need some thoughts people!! Help!