We *just* moved into a house where the garage was converted into a big family room. Furniture/paint/rug/wall decor will all be changed. However, originally I assumed the TV will go in the space above the fireplace. Now I'm wondering if the space would be a little more welcoming if the furniture faced the entrance. Would it look strange to have the fireplace behind the couch with the TV mounted on the opposite wall? In hindsight, maybe two couches facing each other would work best, but we have a big sectional on the way and I think it's best to stick with that.
I've included a picture of the sectional that is on the way.