I think you need to live there before deciding anything. To me there are a lot of different wood competing but which should go is not easy to decide from one picture and without seeing your furnitre really not easy. I actually do not like the mix of brick and stone.

there is so much brick and stone, I don't know what to do with it, and its everywhere, 5 fireplaces, and it's in a forested area

I like the natural wood beams and wall. I agree with eyedie and Patricia that the stone and brick need addressing first.

not a pro

i would probably paint the paneling and the brick for now. Depending on your style, you my want to paint the beams for them to fade from your view.

What is the style/setting of the house? It feels like a lodge or cabin.

Yes, the brick and stone are a bit of a conflict. It may be possible to cover the brick with plasterboard, or sheetrock, as a first step. This would add area which could be painted white and might lift the light in the room, and reduce the impact of the wood.

yes keeping the modern furniture, and I'm definitely on board with a designer, I just need to find one who gets my quirky taste lol

Have you started an ideabook here? Inspiration pics will help you communicate your "quirky taste" to a designer. In my experience, good designers work with a client's taste. You can search for Houzz designers in your area and read their reviews. Best of luck!

@tartanmeup kind of, I call it spanish modern.

Not a Pro.

I love it the way it is! well almost, I agree with covering the brick with sheet rock or even paint the brick.

I think modern furniture would look great with the stone and wood.

I peeked at your ideabooks. You have a lot of them. I don't know which ones pertain to this particular house but if you go through the pics again, you can probably identify the elements which drew you to save each one. I see a lot of white walls, modern furniture as well as pops of colour. It really doesn't matter what you call your style. What matters is you finding the way to achieve it. Spanish modern is certainly a style and I'll bet Google will prove it plentifully. A designer could help you fine tune your vision for this house. In the long run, a designer would save you time, energy and money if your house goals are clear to both of you from the start. Some of the questions you might need to ponder:

-How do you want the house to fit your lifestyle? (i.e. How will you live in this house? IMO, that's the trickiest one because it can change with the years. It usually can't be answered before living in the house.)

-How long are you planning on living here?

-What are the most important things to keep in mind regarding design choices? (Style? Budget? Ease of maintenance? Etc.)

I would suggest taking your time and consider the space as a whole and then specific items will be easier to make a decision on. For modern Spanish, consider black framed windows, stucco, perhaps whitewashed stone, painting panelling, and beam decision will be easier, based on how all components work with other.

Congratulations on your new beautiful home. I would look into hiring a professional decorator that has experience in mid century modern homes. Once changes are made you cannot go back, and this home has some features that should not be altered, but dealt with by someone with an experienced eye.

@Maureen thank you for the pics, you seem to have captured what I'm hoping to achieve

@tartanmeup I'm in my late 50's have lots of grandchildren, we entertain the family a lot. I laugh to myself because we are either all crunched in a huddle focused on something or everyone is kind of sprawled out laying down, it's the funniest thing, maybe I should serve expresso

I love the style of Leanne Fords (Restored by the Fords) she’s very modern in her approach to restoring and it definitely involves white paint. I am painting myself all the brown wood moulding in my house after 16 years of living in the space and even with just 1 room done, it opens the space brightens everything it’s less heavy I love it and can’t wait until it’s all done...I would definitely whitewash the stones and paint the brick (decorator white) and the wood wall same white .. the beams I would wait until all that is done and see how it fits and if it’s needs anything. If the floor is in good condition keep it, if not I would go consider a large heated tile floor. Ultimately you have to enjoy that space. Here’s inspiration some of Restored by the Fords..

personal taste. less stone. keep beams as they are for now. get some more light in there. some green or blue accents on the wall/decor and then lighter floor

What a lovely home! I would consider all the fireplaces in the home and probably keep the unique rock. It has great neutral colors!
And either paint the brick or Sheetrock over it. In my opinion the beams are a beautiful reflection of the floors, and your wooded outdoors. I for some reason feel that painted beams in a room tend to make it more formal, and less warm. The room looks very spacious and does not feel all dark and closed in with the beautiful windows.......I would definitely live in the space a year or so with your furnishings to see what YOU think may be pleasing and comfortable for you. Best of luck.

Oops sorry, I am NOT a pro.

Maureen - could you please let me know the color of the exposed beams in the last photo you posted above? I'm looking for really dark brown, almost black. Thanks