Perhaps add a nice wood mantle. Place logs in a big basket on the floor

Because it’s wood burning, code does not allow for a mantle
I do have a black coal bucket though

I feel like the painting actually matches the tile color a little too closely. But any advice would require context. Photos of the rest of the room?

We have 2 woodburning fireplaces with mantles on both. Just google "how much non-combustible space between a wood burning fireplace and the mantel".

You'll get the actual codes and lots of other articles explaining it in layman's terms.

How about a beautiful fireplace screen that blocks sight of the "black hole". I thought some of these were art in themselves. https://www.homedit.com/gorgeous-and-decorative-fireplace-screens/

How about if you used this peel and stick wallpaper and hung the new painting over it? I would cover the wall right above the mantle and also the two "panels" to either side

https://www.amazon.com/UniGoos-Wallpaper-Removable-Self-Adhesive-Background/dp/B097PLT9VG?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A1HNL4WC497HEQ

Can we see a picture of the entire room? The fireplace feels modern, while the decor items you selected feel rustic. Knowing what the rest of the room is like we could better guide your decisions.

I find that the square repetition is not great (art, opening, tiles and area above fireplace) . Also (in picture anyway), the canvas looks wrinkled and the accessories could feel warmer and more useful. A narrow mantle with a layered look would provide more dimension and interest.

I agree that the canvas has two huge wrinkles. It needs to be pulled tighter. Can you add a few staples to the back or return to where you purchased it and ask them to do it for you? Also some added texture to the space would be great.

I would explore painting the fireplace wall a deeper color of wall color. Look for complimentary sconces (candle or battery lights) in slim profile to put next to art. Or perhaps a small profile trim to frame off upper wall.

The first thing I noticed was the division of space created by the tile of the fireplace surround. You may not be able to change it at this time or ever, but dividing a space basically in half is less attractive than in thirds with a section that is about twice the size of the other.

However, I like the additions you placed on the floor. They offer contrast that is attractive. And your artwork fits in the remaining space. When you have it restretched, could you add a frame about the same color as the items on the floor? Repetition is often a bonus.

IMO the art is blah get something with some color other than the FP color.

Last picture shows fireplace area painted before new furniture. I get stuck after floor replacing, furniture and area rug replacement

I’ll have to do some sweet talking to pursue a mantle - how wide as light above will shadow the building of a fire.

This could be my fall art

Prior to new furniture

Another thought...the fireplace wall above the tile surround could be a contrasting color, because it is structural and not a flat wall. You could paint from the inside corner on both sides without it looking weird. Maybe pick up the greens in your objects for the paint up there. That would reduce the supposed "blah" some are feeling. It would repeat the green, create contrast as a nice backdrop for what could be a picture you painted yourself or have a sentimental attachment to (and I like). And then the picture would repeat the beige surround tile. I'd still frame it in a wood matching the floor objects when you have it restretched. You end up with a color scheme of olive green and blush (popular and a classic) augmented with a lovely dark brown and anchored with beige.

The last picture above I had it painted like that.
The decorator came when furniture arrived and suggested this paint Color all around

I just noticed the tile only covers the face of the fireplace surround. So now I am thinking a two-tone green with darker green on the sides, like the darkest green in the mother-in-law's young plant. Then for the face, above the tile, paint a lighter green in the same family and that you really like. For dark paint colors use the company-recommended darker primer to get the depth of color intended.

Really! Well I think your instincts were better!

Lol thanks

I have a neutral base only because I change up accessories - yellow, blue red

I used to do that too in my living room...change the tablecloth seasonally and it seems like a new room!

Have you seen this article? I thought it was badly needed advice. https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-design-around-a-corner-fireplace-stsetivw-vs~163554249

Ok, if you changed from yellow red and blue, well then maybe that should be your room's overall color scheme. But the painting is orange and the plants are green... Help me? Can you show your seasonal blue, red, yellow? A picture of each? Because right now, I'm seeing just the neutral background (plus green plants and an orange artwork).

Well, I am really tired from a very demanding and physically exhausting week at work. I just now noticed you just bought the painting.

I'd still like to see a collection of the blue, red, and yellow you have for seasonal variety. And I'd like to know how you manage them. Different pillow slipcovers? Different throws? Different artificial flowers? 

So now that I know this is a corner fireplace which should be downplayed, as it is NOT supposed to be a focal point, just leave it painted as is. No need for a mantle either…would just add clutter. I would only have art up there that would reflect attention back into your seating arrangement. Nothing bright or bold…maybe a structural piece in a neutral like a wood wall sculpture.

Rearrange your furniture as you would if the fireplace was not there (see article). Line up the arrangement with the walls instead of the fireplace. I'm not saying to push furniture against the walls, just align them.

I ve been looking for a piece for a long time. Thought this would work for the fall.

My daughter does abstract and could easily create something for up there

My Christmas additions

Thanks for your input

have you thought of putting the dining room mirror on the fireplace, and moving the birds to the dining room?

I could do that? Does it matter if it reflects nothing?

Now that I see the creases, I imagine its because my husband stretched it when he put on a wire.

My husband fixed the picture creases.

My daughter painted this picture which could work up there- she would lighten the frame and can change the interior by priming and redoing in a more subtle image

I love the painting your daughter made. I would use it and keep the frame, and painting, as is.

I can certainly do that
Fall painting

Orange is not my favourite Color
However for Christmas and spring, I may be able to find something else

Maybe just lighten the flowers

Love your daughter's painting. It has real verve!

How about these fireplace tools to replace the candle and other decor, and put up your daughter's painting?

https://www.amazon.com/Best-Choice-Products-Contemporary-Fireplace/dp/B08N6C4KTX?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A2GUMCXR7HBXM2

Will my blue accents/ pillows and red at Christmas still work!

Christmas decor "goes" with everything. it's supposed to be over the top and Christmas-y.

If you get your blue accessories and feel you need to integrate your daughter's painting, consider painting the frame blue and/or adding pink ties to the corner's of the blue pillow.

Put some birch logs and branches in the firebox to echo your painting! They're visually interesting. Put a basket of logs on the hearth. Remove all the other stuff.

I love that you would use your daughter's artwork! And bless the hubby who can straighten a frame. Also like your Christmas decor. I'm looking forward to seeing your yellow season and blue season. I really see why you want to keep walls, floor, and seating neutral.

I store me accessories in a closet and use as needed
Here’s blue, yellow and turquoise.

Wow! You really do yavw a lot of interchangable decor. Now I understand. Thanks so much for teaching me your strategy!

One closet full of Christmas. I love Christmas

I have a whole Christmas closet too!!!!! Sister!!!!