I agree that you have a lot going on, but it's wonderful so far. The thing I would avoid is having too much stuff or detail on that mantel and let the fireplace be the statement. I saw this and thought it looked great, but am not sure if you can reach the mantel to light candles or turn on battery operated ones. I think they make some remote control. The other option I'd consider would be a large painting there with nothing else on the mantel. Not sure what to do with the niche. If you don't do candles on the mantel, then I might do some remote control ones in the niche. [Contemporary Living Room[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2103) by Woodinville Interior Designers & Decorators Interiors Okay, maybe cows aren't your thing, but something bold like this :) [Traditional Porch[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-porch-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_726~s_2107)

I agree with hatetoshop, just move the silver candles in front of the ornate stands. Then a colorful platter where the bowl is (maybe with some of the red) and IMO your done. Looks good

Yes @Sabrina Alfin I was thinking about something like that. My dad has some more of the cherry, and I thought about having him make some shelves for either above the toilet or as triangles in the corner. How deep do you think they should be? Should they go from wall to wall? How many?

How about some fun, colorful wallpaper and a coordinating Roman shade on the wall with the wood stove. Then some inexpensive canvas art from somewhere like TJ Maxx or Target on the other two walls? You could also have your kids create art for the space or frame and hang some of their past creations. Nice room!