I am wanting to cover over a black marble fireplace it is at carpet level and then up the wall area that frames the opening to the fireplace its self any simple and inexpensive Ideas would be GREATLY appreciated!

Try this method: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/45843/how_to_pick_perfect_paint_colors.html Start by picking colors that look good with the fireplace, then from those, pick ones that look good with the carpet, then decide which one of them you want on the walls.

When you say it doesn't "go" do you mean that it doesn't perfectly match the wall color? I think it adds some depth to your space by having another layer of neutral color and adds a natural material. If it were my fireplace, I'd have the marble cleaned (looks like some soot grime on the stone) and keep it exactly as is. It's a beautiful fireplace just as it is.

Interesting. Can CLASSIC ever be 'dated'? Your room is fabulous. In the early 90's we put in gas fireplace in our basement. WE sooo wanted green as you have but were not brave enough and went more of a taupe and used green in the soft accessories. Blue and green are a classic color combo. I vote with ignore the nay sayers and save yourself the bother of 'fixing' what's not broke!!