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I would put in a nice, big entertainment center. Make it a feature type wall. Perhaps one with a built in electric fireplace. Glass front shelves with led or mini pod lights.

As for the couches, something with pattern fabric. Check out Ballard designs.

Consider replacing the railing with a pony wall and have it wired for TV to be mounted on it or to sit on a low credenza (not a TV stand) in front of it. Then you can move the large sofa to the long wall and "L" the love seat perpendicular, facing the window. What is behind the china cabinet in the dining room? I though it was a fireplace for a moment! I think your demi-lune chest and the mirror above it are way too ornate for the rest of your furnishings. I'd sell them on Craig's List and find a better piece to go there.

Omg you've got a stunning space girl ! Wow ! Now I thought about playing the bright cream tones with the furniture to light up the space because of the wall color, and because it's an area mostly used by your kids, I immediatly thought of this awesome off withe sofa with pastel coloured cushions I think it looks amazing and would perfectly fit your family room
http://houzz.com/photos/3860811
Now I reckon you should add some light fixtures to your area maybe some nice floorlamps as you haven't got a lot of height. Also I suggest buying a TV stand maybe a simple white one that will fill your wall. Leave the same place for the furniture after changing. I love your console at the kitchen door wall it is so nice please keep it that will make a nice contrast with the style of the room. Finally, consider buying some popping artwork and a new area rug (always brighter colors to open up the space). And your family room is perfect!


P.S: -maybe you'll consider buying an L-shaped sofa as it'll fit perfectly but this is really an option
-are these curtains on the side of the window wall? Maybe you would ulterly think about changing their dark color... Or is it just the picture?

HOPE I HELPED ! Best of luck x

like the ideas about the low wall by railing but dont think that is right for us. that would mean people would walk into house seeing back of it.

The back of the pony wall will make for a great art and photo gallery wall as they come in. Visually layering the way people approach your space can be very exciting - don't let them see it all at once, but lead them up the stairs, by the gallery and then they'll see what replaces the demi-lune and mirror, and last, they'll see the two sofas in a more welcoming position. And they won't be looking at it through bars, but it will unfold as they step up and into it. The gallery will set the tone and their expectations!

anyone else care to chime in??

Since the TV is now the focal point of the room, I would focus on getting a nicer TV stand. Maybe something that has a little dimension to it, with sides for books, etc. Then maybe go with an L-shaped sectional that goes along the windows and railing where seating is currently, but also throw in side chairs along the other side (smaller seating, nothing big or too obtrusive. can also be stools or large throw pillows if you want a more relaxed feel). The seating on the side will help fill the void on the left (when looking at the TV) and will pull the living area together.

I would add a full wall by the rails. If not a wall of 2x4, then one made of translucent material... Or a wall of 2x4 about 70 inches high... Maybe even a built-in wall of cabinets (16 to 24 inches deep) to diminish length of living room...

How about putting a sideboard in front of railing - long and same height as railing, and with good back. Then, pull all furniture forward, closer to TV.