The very first thing you should do is find a fireplace/stove dealer within say, a 50 mile radius of your home. Not the local garden center or patio center who sells stoves in their off season. Someone who will sell and service them all year round. You want to look for a lifetime warranty if possible. A good shop can advise you on placement, the cost not only of the unit, but the chimney and installation as well.

I really appreciate the input for everyone - clock is gone ;) now I wonder if I can use the very heavy marble bases on either side of the bed Thinking the piece on the right needs to be the same height as the one on the left - which is fine because I can use that chest in another room Main question is does the color work - what type of shade to use? I can use some old books to bulk up as needed These were my husbands parents who have both passed away so I would like to find a place for them in the home if possible Thanks again for all the help!!

I also think placing the bed on the other side of the windows is the solution. Gives both people about the same walking distance from the entrance and to the bathroom while still being able to see the entry from bed. Good feng shui. I need total darkness when sleeping. Our new house had good quality mini blinds through the whole house but I also added blackout drapes in our bedroom. We close our bedroom door at night and leave the bathroom door slightly cracked. we have a auto nightlight in the bathroom that just makes the door visible to use at night. as far as what type of headboard and furniture to get. Start by checking out houzz photos and save everything you like. You should find common colors and styles. Then just try to find something similar. I would look for just a headboard no footboard. They tend to make the room feel smaller. You need 2 night stands to give you each a place to put glasses, a lamp and reading material. Think outside the box, they don't have to match. A desk or dresser can also be used as a nightstand. I like a bench at the end of the bed to place pillows you don't use for sleeping, lay out your clothes for the day or just put on shoes. If you watch tv in bed a tall dresser in the same location the last people had it would be a good place for a tv on top. Easier to see from bed.

You may want to start saving inspiration rooms you love; it will really help if you have a direction. I would purchase the rug fist vs bedding and cushions so you have a style to build on. Be sure to use various colors, patterns and textures so it feels more interesting The headboard is high and I think art above each night stand would be more complimentary and use small brass lamps for a modern look. You could add the sign on another wall If you need a bedskirt, a more tailored style would feel more modern Dresser and tv wall - mirror, plant, chair, art, baskets