Yeah, I know about those. And I admit those would be easier to get level (and they'd be fewer holes, of course). But I have some like that elsewhere, and I don't like them much. I especially wanted to avoid them for this space, because this will be deep storage, with boxes or plastic bins, and I was hoping to create little "cubbyholes" that the boxes/bins would just slide right into without a lot of wasted space. For that kind, the triangular brackets take up vertical space (especially since the depth of that alcove is something like 18", and I need brackets that extend about 3/4 of the depth of the shelf). That'll make the back part of the triangle pretty tall. 3.25 inches, according to ClosetMaid. That would mean I'd lose about 2.75 inches for every shelf I have, since I won't be able to slide the box all the way back. Considering that the alcove goes way up to the 9.5-foot ceiling, that's about 15 inches of lost storage space--that's a whole shelf. (Plus, I've found that I don't do well if I have short little gaps on top of boxes; we all end up sticking junk in there, and then it's a pain to get the box out. I avoid that like the plague.) Maybe I'm too picky, or too greedy for every inch of storage, I don't know. But I was hoping to use the kind with the much-less-obtrusive clips, since I do have the opposite sides that I could work with for them. I've got a baseboard around the bottom of the alcove, so I'm going to see how level that is; and I was thinking I could just set the bottom of the standards right on that baseboard. (And of course, draw a vertical line using a level, so they're straight up and down.) Sure, that means the bottom-most slots are unusable, but who cares? At least the standards would all start on a level spot, horizontally. Or, level enough--given that it's a closet, and not on display, being off by 1/8 inch really won't kill anything, I don't think.) And the upper section, I can just set the top standard flush with the one below it. I thought I'd try with the bookcase-style--if the first standard seems too hard, I can always ditch it and switch over to the style you suggest; I won't be out much (I'd probably use those standards some other time, in a bookcase). But I didn't want to give up before I even got started. Lots of times, it's just a matter of thinking it out, planning carefully, and taking your time. I'm willing to put in a lot more work to get something that's more powerful of a solution for me. (Sometimes that's just because I like the challenge.) I suppose the other way I could deal with this (my dad suggested) is to get a piece of plywood to line each side of the alcove with, and attach the standards to that w/ nails (and use anchors and construction adhesive to attach the plywood), but that seems sort of convoluted. Plus, it loses me 1.5 inches of space side-to-side on each shelf, LOL! (talk about greedy for every inch!)

I don't think there is any reasonable connect between the glove molds and ducks. You could bring in a piece of art that relates to gloves or hands, maybe gloves in a shadow box that would relate. In the meantime, I would leave the glove molds and add an interesting floor lamp in the corner because that corner could use some light. The placement of the molds should go from shortest to tallest and match the slope of your ceiling. I might move some molds to the gold table. If you add the floor lamp, then you'll have to relocate the gold pierced sphere.

Right. I agree. My question is how to coordinate the cabinetmaker and electrician. Who goes first and how is it decide what the design will be? Or do you think the cabinet makers solution of getting to outlets through the clothing drawers and using extension cords is safe and workable?

The coffee table, chairs and sofa should definitely stay. They are the best pieces in the room and are well suited and well scaled for the space. The reason I don't care for the armoire is that is a large, bulky piece that doesn't accomplish anything other than hiding the t.v. IKEA's Besta can be custom configured to meet your needs for t.v. and book storage. Quite a few designers on here recommend them. https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/living_room/10475/ Or you could do a simple console and surround it with art. What do you think of something like this for the t.v. The open shelving gives you a place for books as well. https://www.crateandbarrel.com/austin-62-media-console/s339530 You do have plenty of space for a gallery wall behind the sofa if that's a look you like. I agree with you that the console table doesn't work under the window. I think that window is better suited to some lovely drapes. A linen drape would be pretty on the windows. These are Pottery Barn linen/cotton drapes. Either the ivory or oatmeal would be a good choice I think. https://www.potterybarn.com/products/emery-linen-pole-pocket-drape-white/?pkey=e%7Clinen%2Bdrapes%7C148%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C48%7C%7C8&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH I love my jute area rug. It's from RugsUSA. Some people say they don't like the feel of jute because it's not soft, but I like the way it feels. I think you need to add some other lighting as well. Perhaps an end table with a table lamp to the left of the sofa and a floor lamp to the right. I love your choice of accent colors. Once you get the t.v. and book display situation down, I think pulling the rest together will be simple.