les917 - the answers are no and no. No TV, and we cannot (and I don't think want to) move the fireplace. nanny2a - thanks, you are totally right. The coffee table is shown slightly in the wrong spot. I envision it being a coffee table sitting in front of the large sectional (hence wanting it to be the length it is). It will not be sitting in the center of the room like shown. Does anyone see any concern about clearance between the chaise and the fireplace (where one would walk to go from center of living room into the dining room). What kind of clearance do you think is needed/what is the max length and width I could get away with for a chaise/daybed in that area? And does anyone see an issue with the fireplace sitting in the middle of the room, and nothing really being oriented towards it? That is one of my primary concerns with the layout I've put together...

justgottabme: Yes! excellent plan! The Tv needs to be in that corner next to the fireplace -- either mounted on the wall or sitting on a console or cabinet. Having a cabinet in that spot would anchor that whole corner. And more excellent ideas above too! Love the idea of bookshelves in each of the corners -- perhaps just try basic Ikea Billy shelving -- or other build-it-yourself shelves (try stores like Targer or Walmart)-- just to see if that plan will work for you? Or look for vintage shelving or bookcases on your local Craigs List! Swivel chairs can be found -- check your local Craigs List! But for now -- once you move the TV -- try placing one sofa facing the fireplace -- and another one facing the window -- forming the classic L-shape.

What a nice room. If you install a fireplace I would have the couch facing it, with a loveseat along the window side (great light for reading) and two comfortable chairs on the opposite side. A fabulous area rug, gorgeous paintings, a glass and metal coffee table (to minimize its size since the room is not huge and show off the rug), side tables with lamps, and you'd be well on your way. Side panels for the window also.

IMO you should have got a sofa instead but I think its okay probably more an issue of a lot different than what you had so takes time to adjust. I would certainly try the suggested placement of the sectional to see if that makes a difference I really don’t like the TV there but I think I would remove that fireplace and get a linear one if you want one and then the TV would be a the proper viewing height.