Your pole barn getaway and plan for your kitchen sound very nice. Since the kitchen area typically grabs a lot of attention anyway, that can be a fantastic place to display art. Especially since you're not planning on focusing attention on a lot of rich cabinet and counter details, I'd give the quality and composition of the overall view AT the kitchen real priority in design. The openness and simplicity of no uppers is a great start.

Ledges are a great idea in this location.

Thanks everyone for input. The mirror over sofa was hung on existing hook, if I was keeping it I would move it down some but I still feel its not a good size for that space. Theresa, I love the idea of adding a wreath to soften a mirror if I put one above sofa! The picture of my son is actually a digital painting if seen up close. I'm just worried about adding another piece of art to the room right across from it? Allison, the tree in entryway is holding spot for a lamp. I like the tree but it barely gives off any light. Its pretty tho! I have been along for a tray to put everything together but I don't know what to look for, silver? I have enough gold I think lol. Throwing out an idea, what about a mantel on the empty dining wall that is only 5 inches in depth so it doesn't take up walking space but I can add some candles, etc on top shelf?

I really appreciate your input! I never thought of the bookcase for that large wall. I also love that lamp! My kitchen does come with a moveable island, (the size of one standard cabinet) and not large enough for two barstools. So that's why I considered a separate dining area for those. Also I should've mentioned, for now we are renting the space, so we aren't able to make a large amount of changes to the home so that's why I was looking for alternatives for the lighting issue And just to ask, because I'm not good at design and want to learn more, the door opening to the console and the tv isn't an issue design-wise? Like it doesn't disrupt the flow of the room? Is it wrong to have the back of the couch face the door or is that personal preference? Again, thank you so much for your input! I love your ideas