Yes you need to remove the items. I would try just the jug OR just the orchid OR just the black statue centered. No to the zebra print

I find there's too much going on with the orchid, I would remove it and place the items slightly more towards the centre.

There’s a nice art light inside that space. Do you have a framed print that just about fits the space? Wondering about art against the back & just the bowl with greenery in it in the front of art. Style it like a fireplace mantel.

Thanks so much here are some attempts this shelf is like 25 inches deep so big

Maybe divide the space into cubes

I cant divide it was custom built for a tv ty

The zebra print is just a placeholder i need something with choc brown

I love KW PNW Z8’s suggestion of an art piece that fits the space nicely. The ceramic bowl is beautiful and is perfect for holding small items or for a plant. I like the idea of simplifying the smaller space with just a folded throw blanket.

Any more suggestions

Is that a fireplace to the right of this cabinet?

Rather than fighting for attention , i would look into removing

the built in cabinet and drywalling over it.

It will always look look like a dated TV cabinet, no matter what you put into it now.

Your latest attemp minus the orchids would look good. Use the rule of 3's. Four just looks off. Square the finial to face forward. I like seeing the low bowl overlap with the zebra.

For the lower shelf, remove all objects. Place three coffee table books with spines facing out.

Remember, less is more.

If it were me I would look into removing the ”Roman/Tuscan” half columns in the front. I feel they draw a lot of unwanted attention and you will always struggle to find decorating balance.

I would do the zebra the orchid and thw flat bowl and done

I am trying this also

This first one you in your latest post appeals to me very much. The art and large urn look great together, and there are not too many objects. Nice!

Your first photo looks the best.

Do you need the display space? Have you considered repurposing the cabinet to a bar? Add a glass shelf, etc.