Seeing Red

I'm beginning to plan out our as-yet-unattained home. We tried purchasing a house last year. We put bids on a few, but in the end the cost of the wedding prevailed and we decided to put everything on hold until this year or possibly next. So we don't have a house of our own yet, but that doesn't mean I can't start tentatively planning it out!

(Example above. This is not our house. Yet.)
Currently, our kitchen and dining room are starting to aquire an ethnic feel. I love it. I want an asian or moroccan ambiance. I love the vibrant colors and am becoming very stuck on the idea of red walls - so I am beginning my collection of "inspiration photos" and waiting for the day we have a house of our own.

I'm picturing red walls with a black or very very dark brown (nearly black) wainscoating. And perhaps drapes in the same color as the walls in the photo to the left.
Or would it be better to do the walls in the olive color shown here with lots of red accents, to allow for a more versitile room in the case of a desire to redecorate?

I just LOVE the warm, vibrant atmoshpere created by the bright red tones. It feels inviting and lively. I can picture large family gatherings, and simple family dinners with the kids (also as-yet-unattained). :)

Soon enough. Until then, I'll keep planning and dreaming.