J Cohler Mason, Master Sitting Room Holiday: New Year's Day Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2013 Houzz New Year’s Day Design team: J Cohler Mason (this photo and next) Mason created a warm and inviting sitting room centered around the fireplace. The artwork above the mantle is by Deborah Kass, titled, ‘Deb Suite’. “Art adds another dimension and you do not have to spend a lot but artwork should be framed beautifully and hung at eye level”, suggests Mason, “Most people hang art too high.” Tip: Mirrors add another layer and sparkle when lit properly. Try insetting a mirror into a mantle to give it an extra bit of shine and make the space seem larger. Chair and pillow fabric: Holland & Sherry; swivel chairs: Venfield