I love your coffee table! Are you sticking to a monochromatic look or would you like some color? I would do similar, but not matching art over the dressers and remove the small items from the tops of the dressers. What a great space you have to work with!

Some art would really make the room pop but what the room also needs is an accent wall

Beautiful space as you are on the right track. I like the mirror you chose if the scale is right. Can you take a closer photo of the teal pieces? I will suggest a few other ideas for your entertainment to view for alternative options. The first photo has nice lines and texture. Second mirror for the arch breaking up the squares and size, the third for the texture in the finish and fourth for a unique contrast to the space. Are you wanting gold or open to other finishes. Also, are you wanting other ideas for the space. Would like to see a better photo of connecting spaces for transition and another perspective of the FR. There are many options

Lovely room! I would chose art rather than mirrors on either side of the fireplace.

Your idea book image of Austin Patterson Disston's design would be a beautiful treatment for your room. Not necessarily botanicals, but something very simple. Adding huge art pieces will IMO overpower the area.

If you wanted art work for depth and color then that would be an option as well.

Karen is the entire space 6 feet tall and how high are the thomasville cabinets?

I think that mirrored window will look better than one from Anthropologie.

Love those blue chests in this neutral envelope. Seems like the chests could be enhanced by selecting art that complements them.

Canvas image with linen liner & frame

Print with matt

Framed botanicals

A mirror could be used if it not just a full rectangular clear mirror. Those rose gold framed mirrors from Anthropologie really don't work in your lovely room IMO

Just noticed the Bible verse on the mantel. How are you feeling about art vs. mirrors?

First, my apologies for not responding sooner. I was in the ER last night with a gallbladder attack, Needless to say I am on heavy meds until surgery Tuesday. I really do appreciate all of your comments and sharing your wealth of knowledge. I am good at copying but not so much on creative side. I'm definitely a visual person and need help seeing the big picture. Thank you for providing the visuals!

Thank you Jodi White Designs, Celerygirl, and BeverlyFLADeziner and everyone else for your input!. I like the arched window but it has lamps in front of it vs. the plain Primrose mirror so I will need to look at that further. I also like the idea of the windows reflecting space while I am in the kitchen cooking. I am open to art too - but that will typically be a rectangular canvas.

I have included some additional photos of the space. The open floor plan has the kitchen behind the LR. Note I am waiting on two more floor to ceiling cabinets to flank the left and right side of the refrigerator wall. On the left will be a cabinet for the hidden docking station as well as items I do not use much. On the right side is where I will keep all the canned goods. The pantry (where the dark shelving from IKEA temporarily sits) was taken over by my husband - LOL. It's now part pantry/part office. It has a glass pocket door and window looking out front. Very nice space to keep printer, fax, etc., out of sight.

I said windows reflecting space - I meant the mirrors...sorry.

Karen no apology necessary!!! Bless your heart!!! Don't worry about anything til you get through your surgery!! I've been there and you need to take it easy. Praying for good results and a quick healing!!

Yes, take good care of yourself first and foremost! We can get back to this later.

So take good care of yourself and enjoy the journey....houses wait for sure!

That being said I think two pieces of art are needed in your living room as the windows seem to me to mimic mirrors.

The art could be oils, water colors, architectural salvage, even some striking protography of places you have been in your travels.....our daughter went to egypt and took some pictures of sail boats and they are just so unique, so try brainstorm possibilities and decide what you love.

Add white built in bookcases on either side of fireplace.

Bookcase photos

Ugh just read your note, take care. Been there and done that.

OMG! Hope your doing better.

Stumbled on your post and liked the last mirror (blackish) that was submitted with the four. I think importing some darker accent both in kitchen and across the room will warm the space and stop it from being washed out. By taking the dark colors in your rug, pulling them out and up will enhance your space and create reflection of the view.

Take care

Hope you are feeling better today and that you are back to decorating soon.

A question: do the two alcoves need to be symmetrical?

Perhaps shelves on one side and art on the other?

Thank you for the suggestion. The kitchen has open shelving so I think shelves in the LR is too much (I don't mind dusting the kitchen as its a labor of love). The LR not so much. I like the idea of framing fabrics - there are so many beautiful options. The Primrose mirror is 60"H x 50.25" W - it might look better with a small lamp on each side. The entire space is 9'T. The dressers are 37" tall by 54" wide.

Artwork! That would look amazing. Here is just a little inspiration from a recent design we did:

Hope your surgery went well, Karen. Thinking of you and wishing you a swift recovery!

Speedy recovery to you and no rush at hearing from you.

Best wishes on your recovery!! You have a lot of good input here. You have a wonderful space and good pieces of furniture in the room. I like the idea of doing somewhat different things on either side.

You already have the dark teal dressers for balance and weight. The TV and fireplace are also dark spaces, while the rest of the room is quite light. There are 6 blocks now, in a grid.

It feels like the spaces now need something tall and light to draw the eye up, or something hanging from the ceiling - interesting lights? A single full width glass shelf at different heights for each side? A piece of art that you love on one side, a simple mirror on the other with a tall vase? I like the mirror you originally suggested. Keep one tall beautiful flower or branch - real or silk, in the vase.

Cluster the small framed photos on one dresser or find a wall space to put them on. It will make dusting easier. Move the tissue box to a less conspicuous place.

Incorporate the teal into the room for balance, with a lovely throw or pillows on the sofa. Or try a teal tray or platter on the coffee table. There is a site called everythingturquoise which has teal accessories.

Rest up, enjoy imagining the possibilities

(Shelf for photos-sans hooks. It would need to be wide enough to fill/balance the space.)

and I hope you'll post pictures as you decide what to put in!

Karen hope you're feeling better & your surgery went well. Take care

Noticed you do not have any lamps. Could work with mirrors or artwork. Two different lamps on each piece of furniture. If you do not want additional lamp lighting on the furniture pieces if you choose artwork over mirrors illuminating the art would be fantastic in this space.

Thank you Jodie. I have a can light over each area so art work will work well. The items you showed look great. Can I use lamps w art hanging? I really like oil paintings or framed fabrics. Maybe forgo lamps and keep clusters of family pics? I am also going to add curtain panels on the window - white, airy with wood rod same stain as floor.

What do you think about this mirror? It's 48" w x 62"H. Too much?

If you have can lights in the spaces, forego lamps there but think about providing something tall and slender to draw the eye up. I agree with other commenter who suggested lighting around furniture. It is so frustrating to be sitting with a book, magazine, map or needlework and not have good, focused lighting available. Ceiling lighting is too diffuse. The trick is keeping the cords out of sight and in a safe way so there is no tripping hazard. I see outlets on the window wall but none on the island. Is it possible to bring outlets through the floor under the seating area?

Thanks. There are two outlets in the LR floor on the edge of the rug. The outlets on the island are between the island and range wall. I could add a lamp on a side table too - once I purchase the side tables. LOL

I would do the bookshelves that belburgmaggie posted. You could have glass doors on the bookshelves so they do not gather dust. I would also have pocket doors made for the TV above the fireplace, if possible, so you wouldn't have to look at the TV unless it was on.

I actually do like the mirror you posted because of the shape and texture it would give to the walls. It would pick up the grays as well. Round mirror to reflect just enough without overpowering. You have good taste so trust your instincts of what appeals to you and the look you are trying to achieve. I like texture and balance to a room and the chevron pattern, floors and fireplace has nice lines and balance thus far. Have fun with it and best of luck with creating your lake home.

Thanks Jodie. Are you referring to the Anthropologie Primrose mirror - gold or the second mirror I uploaded - gray, weathered?

Your space is beautiful. The only thing not working for me is the pair of chevron chairs. I cannot articulate why exactly. Maybe not the same level of elegance as everything else? I'm not a designer though! ;)

The last photo I believe it is gray and white

I like those mirrors for the same reasons that Jodie said. When you feel up to it, try taping the mirror measurements on the wall. I'm wondering if the width will be too close to the width of the dressers. Maybe not because of the shape, though. :)

Karen hope you're feeling good. I found a few art pieces that can be purchased in the size needed for these niches. They are companion pieces to each other so I thought that may be interesting.

One more

Karen meant to ask you too, are those wooden beads on your chandelier? It is beautiful!!

Yes. That is the Curry Waterloo chandelier in the LR. I agree - very pretty. All of my life I have purchased for practical reasons - including driving a minivan for the past 21 years (different models though LOL). Now that my husband and I are almost empty nesters I decided the theme would be pretty for our lake house. I love having things around that make me smile. I have a mix of high end and low end - as long as it's pretty and useful. I also enjoy landscaping and all of my peonies, iris, roses, wisteria - all bring on a smile. Thank you for commenting.

Well there is a lot to be said for stopping to smell the roses Karen!!! I'm so happy for you & your husband that you are able to enjoy your life & do some for the things that matter to you.. in this hurried up world we live in today. That's what keeps us all grounded!!! If you love gardening, there is an artist by the name of Marlise Newman that has artwork with many floral designs. Someone posted her work in another dilemma. You may like them for your beautiful home in your niches. I think she will do whatever size needed. The link is:

Marlisenewmanfineart.com

Here is some of her work:

She also does things exclusively for Ballard Designs. There are several of her pieces offered through them. They are also available in different sizes. If you have one near you, you may could visit and see some in person. Or visit their website also.

Karen she also has lake art if you're on a lake. You can see them on her website also.

Really beautiful and restful space. I would always prefer art over mirrors and love Marlise Newman's work..If you prefer mirrors, the ones Bev posted relax the look just a bit-as do your chevron chairs and provide more interest. Is the seating area centered? Looks like all (including rug) could shift toward window just a bit which would keep chevrons from hiding other chest and anchor a table and lamp between chairs. A bit bigger side table with lamp between sofa and chair w ottoman.

Do you have another good sized wall nearby for family photos (open hallway)? Love a coordinated collage of photos with family enjoying the lake as well as sunsets, landscapes, W etc. Michaels actually has a line (farmington studio decor) in golds, glass, white wash that would compliment your room...(website did not show this line). Visitors always enjoy looking for loved ones in the pictures and they can be updated/rotated easily.

Why not art on one side and a mirror on the other?

What your room needs is several large pieces of art to add some color. IMHO the rug is too pale on the pale floor, but it is the correct size. The teal chest may suggest a color for a few accessories. One mirror could be added if it reflects something attractive...just one mirror. Art on the walls will bring the room higher visually too...right now almost everything is on the lower half except the TV, which seems too black and too high. You could add a bit of color in window treatments.