Stools look a little low and heavy..lt wt swivel chairs are easier to move and rotate to interact with seating area...the seating arrangement is a challenge ...try rotating rug and love seat to a diagonal with chairs on each end...a different rug ...perhaps a print that relates to furniture colors...would also make the seating area a little more cohesive and cozy

Another observation ...all colors are in neutral hue...perhaps rug and pillows could be more colorful

The arrangement looks pretty good. In looking at the photo I see that there is a lot of dark pieces that are overwhelming for the sofa. I like the chairs and the darker wicker is fine, but if you changed out the bar stools to something lighter if would make the room more cohesive. The black leather is too much. Consider

in the blue

Keep chairs or sofa, but not both. Place sofa or chairs in front of window. Seats of bars tools need to be higher I think. I would do 3 bar stools of a less bulky looking design.

I tend to like leaving window spaces open, so people can walk right up and look out. I would suggest removing the chairs, rug, and round table... you could add a buffet style hutch in front of the window (something like the one pictured in a lighter color probably). This could be used to put out appetizers and encourage people to use the space while you are in the kitchen. Removing the rug would make the space feel more like an eating/party area.

I agree that swivel bar stools would be great, and I like the idea of adding ones that have a bright color (maybe match the blue-gray pillow on the couch?)

it looks like the stools are counter height instead of bar height and they should be lighter in color and in shape. go with a swivel type.

I love the idea of swivel counter stool, I've never liked the current counter stools, bad purchase! :) I also agree with a lighter color on the stools. I've tried to have the chairs face the sofa but because of the front door and staircase (I think you can see both in the photos) it doesn't really work. I do have another rug with gray blues and cream that I used to have on the space I'll put that back and post another picture. I've been on the hunt for so more colorful pillows for the wicker chairs but just haven't found any yet.

I thought of swivel stools for you but wondered if they were necessary as you do have good seating. Here is one. Unless you have kids that use them a lot, I would not go with the adjustable. They are not very attractive in my opinion, looks like you picked them up from the Jetsons. There are tons of swivel styles that will go better with your room.

Check out Pier 1 for chair cushions.

I have two small children so I will need to consider clean-ability when choosing stools. Just browsing online found some options I like but may not swivel. Yes I'll check Pier 1, that's where the chairs came from.

I love what you have now. If you want to you could try an acrylic coffee table with two poofs underneath but it honestly looks great now.

Go with Mia's suggestion, but instead, put the two chairs against the wall and put the sofa across. Then behind the sofa, put a sofa table. It will give the room some kind of delineation from the foyer.

I vote for removing the rug and the chairs and putting a buffet by the window for drinks or snacks.

I love rooms being repurposed to suit your lifestyle because it makes this space all about the family who lives here, not the dictates of style. Your seating area needs to be coordinated with the bar stools, so ideally you would have swivel bar stools without a back on them. The bar stools have their backs to the seating area which looks awkward in this space. A coffee table would be crowded. Smaller tables or nesting tables would take up less space and provide serving areas. Coffee tables usually end up being used to display items anyway with less usable space with valuable floor space lost.

Maybe true, but they have small children and may not be an issue now, but I would want backs on the chairs for them.

What is I slipcover the counter stools? Then I can bring in a lighter material. Also this is a picture of the other rug I can put in the space.

I agree with the rest, change the stool to lighter swivel stools. Try removing one arm chair (put the other in your master or something). It may be one arm chair too many in that that space. Put the sofa against the window, move one arm chair against the wall where the sofa is now. This should give you room to put three stools on the side of the what used to be the dining room. I love the idea of a glass coffee table with two poufs under for extra seating if you need it. Also colourful poufs will add interest.

I like the idea of the coffee table and I think you're right if I take away one of the chairs it may give me the room for one. I've had the sofa in front of the window before and it does look fine there too.

Any thoughts on the jute versus the wool rug?

gatian, I don't see a problem with the way your furniture is arranged. It is a fairly small room, but making use of it for your family, you have done a good job. Let me suggest a couple of things. Either rug is fine, a personal choice for you. Look at replacing the stools for ones that swivel. Spending $150 to cover the ones you have doesn't make sense for $300 you can get 2 new ones that swivel.

They come in beige and light linen, make decision on whichever rug you choose to use.

#2 Get a set of nesting tables to put between the chairs. When you need them pull them out for drinks or snacks. Then they go back and do not take up floor space.

These would go with two chairs or these

These would be perfect for back cushions for the chairs 23" or 18" sq

If you want sources let me know. None of these are expensive.

Getting rid of a chair for seating does not make sense to just get a coffee table. The nesting tables are a much better use of space and money. The poufs are a better idea and you have one, get another if you think it is necessary (which I don't) for the kiddies. They can be pushed in a corner if you need floor space and a coffee table cannot. The pillows are a good size they do not have to fit perfectly. just give needed back support and comfort..

I think jute would be fabulous!

Isn't that what u have now? Don't change it!

Ok you are convincing me! :) I actually like the idea of the acrylic nesting tables, visually take up less space. I feel better about my choice for the furniture arrangement now too. It's nice to have an outside opinion. Yes please if you would the source for the pillows (I currently have 24 inch so I would say the 23 would work well) and the source for the acrylic nesting tables.

Going to stick with jute, thank you!

These items are from overstock.com. I have done lots of business with them and they are excellent. I highly recommend.

Stacking tables.... ITEM# 10302784

Pillows....ITEM# 10302784

These both have excellent reviews. Make sure you choose 23" option when ordering pillow.

I agree with miacomeylady. Your space is beautiful I love all the colors!

Your space is beautiful as is. You've done a wonderful job.