Also, the ceiling fans are out of place imo. The fireplace mantel is terrible along with the white trim around the top. I plan on replacing those. All furniture pictured is temporary.

It seems like the space by the fireplace and front door is intended to be the living room and the space under the ceiling fan is intended to be a dining room. I would try positioning the sofas in an L-shape around the fireplace and put a dining table where you have the sofas now.

A neighborhood of houses behind me all have these fireplaces, and they are also right next to a set of french doors, so most people do not worry about centering any major furniture arrangment around it. I don't think the bright white mantle shelf helps, I would remove it.

@Denise Marchand Nailed it!

And she is right about awkward rooms, one must ignore the placement of architectural elements in order to bring cohesiveness and balance into the living space. That is what draws the eye.

Here's another thought for the dining area...a counter height cafe table and stools.

We have a similar counter height table in our living room in a vacation home (it came with the home!). It is rarely used. The only time we use it is when my husband and I use it to eat while watching a football game. I would consider lifestyle before investing in one. If you like to eat in front of the TV, or if you have large parties, it might work. Otherwise, probably a waste of money.

Yes, exactly! I was thinking the cafe table would be perfect for watching TV while munching or morning coffee. Good viewing height and I'm a messy eater on the sofa. Maybe in a home that's not a vacation home it would get used more, and especially with guests for addtional seating for the game or cocktail night.

A pub table is def an option, depending on your lifestyle. I, myself, like to play board games and cards. So in my case, a pub table belongs in a pub. haha

Also, i suggest keeping everything low, so that the "horizon" of the room is consistent. There is enough going on with the shape of the room, which is why the layout is important.

Your comments are welcomed, to make sure we are on the right track.

I always wanted to do this for a client, and you have the perfect spot, if you entertain. So many options for that small back wall!

I was just thinking that odd shaped rooms and difficult spaces are like candy stores to interior designers!

A large art, hung offset to the seating, will not only balance the sofa wall but also across from the entertainment wall. Fun stuff.

Am I getting annoying yet?

My strong preference for main living room seating is that it faces windows.

One sofa has a coffee table in front of it, the other has a sofa table behind it.

The dining area has a buffet next to the kitchen entrance.

The ceiling fixtures are clues to the intended purposes of the areas. Not that you have to follow it, but the dining table goes under one and the living room arrangement is centered around the other.

Don't paint the bricks but do replace, remove, or at least paint the mantle. A lot of midcentury (not necessarily MCModern) homes worked with off-centered fireplaces and connected living/dining areas. Don't let the FP push you around, but don't try to hide it.