Oh here's the area!

Attached another picture. Open to getting new chairs. Definitely want more of a modern farmhouse feel. (not too farm!)

Photo didn't show up. You have to wait until the "mask" fades to click submit. I gather that the sofa back is to the FP area. I think new window treatments would do a lot to brighten things. Do you have TV opposite the sofa?

I think the denim rug you posted will look great with the chairs at the FP end. I also advise you to minimize all the "littles" lined up on the mantel like soldiers. The mirror there is not reflecting (doubling) anything interesting or beautiful, so I'd replace it with a great piece of art. The brown sectional throws a monkey wrench into the decorating plan from the FP end of the room. I think I'd prefer a washed blue denim 3-seat sofa (smilar color to the one in their dining photo for the rug you like) a lighter coffee table and a floor lamp. The sofa makes such a harsh division in the room and the color is just not compatible with what you're doing in the FP end.

Hi,

Thank you for your great ideas. The only thing is it needs to function as a room for a family. We have a toddler so I don't want to get anything too nice couch wise just yet. The one we have is a grey from raymour and Flanagan.

Any thoughts on a rug and throw pillows to make that side more airy perhaps?

Also, do you think the chairs are too big for the FP area? I am kind of wanting these:

https://www.target.com/p/esters-wood-arm-chair-project-62-153/-/A-53107289?preselect=52612910#

If you find anything you like feel free to attach photos! Thank you:)

https://ruggable.com/products/anza-slate-blue-rug?variant=14114675392567

This could continue your blue theme. They are washable if that interests you.

https://ruggable.com/products/thalia-chambray-rug?variant=13855748390967

This one would be similar in tone to the denim one you love.