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Comments (6)Another vote for why is the TV so high when there's not even a fireplace you have to clear? You want it at eye level for seated people. (Well, really, *I* want it over a console to the left of the bump, but you've already ruled that out.) You'll have difficulty building anything in on either side without partially blocking the closet and/or window. I think I'd just do a furniture piece of some sort on each side, with a painting over at least one of them. Or a slim bookcase to the left, since you already have an end table and lamp there, and then something with a little more presence on the right......See MoreHow do I decorate these built-in shelves?
Comments (7)I drink wine, so I would put several wine racks in either side of the lowest cubbies. I wouldn't get fancy about it -- in fact, I would want to make the room more of a mix of informal and welcoming and sophisticated -- so I'd put in a bunch of these or whatever else fits and doesn't break the bank and spend the savings on better wine. ;) Middle shelf above the double door cabinet I'd put in crystal canisters or European ceramic or tines filled with after dinner candies, rock sugar treats and cookies -- like, a lot of them Then I think I would simplify my life and put 3 framed artworks to cover the upper shelves, hanging them over the shelves so that some of the shelves were still visible. These come in big sizes , But I might stick with a dark old fashioned rug because of your light fixtures (which I like) and the cabinetry...See MoreWrap around mantle? with Built ins or shelves
Comments (4)Beautiful architecture! Floating shelves flanking the fireplace will mean there will be items on the shelves…may look too piece-y. Would consider furnishing those areas with less-but-more-substantial pieces....See MoreColor advice on built-in shelves for open space LR
Comments (3)inevitably you will have to prime the bookcase white, I would start there and see how it feels, I would not do grey its on the way out, maybe you could add some wall paper to the backing of the bookcase for visual interest. But the fireplace should be the focal point. I think a rustic green would be better than grey if you do paint it....See MoreRelated Professionals
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