We do plan to paint and replace the trim and work on artwork to restyle the room.

Current dining room layout. The plant shelves are a must-have as the plants must stay at the window.

No space to walk around the table when it is centered. Especially since the logical way to walk is against the exterior wall. Even a smaller table may not help?

Currently we push the table against the corner so we have a walking path. Which works fine but looks awful.

The half wall makes it hard to move around. Considering tearing it down but not sure what to do about flooring as the rest is hardwood floor.

As you can tell, we are not very good at creating a pretty space and definitely need some help.

See if you can get the size table you want from a second hand shop, or look for a round table with leaves.

A rectangular table would work better in this space. Is it possible for you to remove the plants on the floor to another location. That would help in giving you at least greater visual space. Consider also removing the half wall as well. Consult with a flooring expert; it will be possible to fill in the floor as needed. Fora cleaner look, I would remove the black curtain rods in the dining area. If you need more storage, I would suggest a small chest rather than the open shelving you have now.

Thank you for all the suggestions so far!

The plant shelves are non-negotiable. The curtain rod will go (thanks for the suggestion!). We used to have curtains until we bought the plant shelves to get the plants off the floor.

Unfortunately the ceiling fan is also non-negotiable so swagging a chandelier won't work.

I have been playing around with rectangle tables as suggested. Also, did a more careful measurement and the room is a bit wider - 9x11 instead of 8x11 which gives me more breathing room.

What about this layout (excuse my poor drawing skills). I could have either a 48" or even up to 72". But the fan is still off-center. We primarily eat family-style so need serving space and 48x36 might be too small.

Would love some advice.

Redid the layout again - moving one chair from the major pathway. This way I can center a 60" dining table. Thoughts?

IMO those to items need to go. I never like fans in a kitchen or DR where food is served and cools off very quickly not t o mention dust from something you forgot to dusr. \IMO the pant stand could be replaced with a nice set of shelves across the window then a 36 x 60 table could fit a bit snug but doable with the 24” on the sides for walk space . The art needs to be much lower . The more cluttered the space the smaller it will feel and look .