You don't have enough height in the alcove area for much of anything hanging on the walls. I would put a grass wallpaper in that alcove. The grass wallpaper will add depth to the walls in your alcove. A round mirror (24"-30") could be centered above the bench. If you do that, you will want to move the round mirrored piece in the dining room.

Best wishes!

It would be a great place for 1 or 3 current family photos, or one small framed print. I can't see doing much more in such a small space, unless you switch from a bench to an entry table with maybe a lamp and a bowl on it. Depends on the functions you need here.

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Below is an idea of what we did for an entryway in a design of ours.

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From an art on walls point of view, may I suggest having a look at my BESPOKE DESIGNS section. I specialise in designing and creating artwork to specifically compliment a rooms decor and furnishings, and here you will find inspirational ideas of other rooms:

http://www.houzz.com/projects/1720017/bespoke-designs

Alternatively, there are many artwork pieces that are ready and available to buy from our website also:

http://thejonescollection.gallery

If I can be of further assistance, feel free to contact me via my Houzz profile or through my website.

All the best with whatever you decide to choose.