Can't tell whether the dining room is 2 storey high as well ? but that might be a better location for an entry.

@Dytecture....I thought about that but that would require me relocating the door. I dont have a better pic of the dining area but the ceiling height is not quite as high as this living room space. Ive seen it where the entry has a big round table with floral arrangements and maybe a chair or two, but I'm just wondering if there's a better way to use the space. Thanks