Also… I took photos of the couch rearranged just for reference. It is modular, so can rearrange the pieces. I hate the back of the couch!

Another vote for buying separate seaating to fulfill separate needs. You might bring up to your husband if he doesn't already know that a sofa that includes a signficant sized ottoman is like reclining in a bed. But many people really are happiest in a recliner -- and it is not just a guy thing. My 90+ mother practically lived in her recliner! She just loved it, and she didn't have a power one. She could kickstart out of that thing.

Anyway. you've got plenty of room to make both of yourselves happy.

But unless we see where you are returning this one to get a new one, and what's available, can't be much help.

How many people need to watch TV at the same time?

Why do you have 14 days to pick a new one? Do you need one to arrive in 14 days or you just need to select and pay for a new one? Is it part of an exchange? What is your budget for the new sofa?

I agree with others. Get a 3-seater regular sofa. Then get a normal looking chair that happens to recline. My husband recently was looking at recliner chairs and we were astounded how many of them look like normal arm chairs and you wouldn't even know that they recline.

PS: It might work best for layour if your husband has a swivel recliner.

If your husband is tall, he'll be really unhappy in some recliners. What might work is if he goes back to the furniture store by himself, and picks out 3 recliners he is happy with. Then you go back on your own and find a sofa that works with the recliner you like best.

Also, if the store offers you a store-wide credit and it sells more than sofas, take the credit and figure you'll spend it on other furniture and shop around for an optimal recliner and sofa pairing, don't limit yourself to one store's selections.

I'm sure her husband wants to be directly in front of the TV so the sofa and separate recliner is going to be a hard sell I'm sure.

Rachael, are you sure your room should be set up with the TV on the opposite wall? None of the recliner sofas look good from the back EVER!. Placing them against the wall hides all that gaping fabric on the back of the sectionals. This layout would make the room look much larger.

I had to guess about windows/doors so if you provide a better photo, I can provide a better layout.

I am trying to figure out how I can reply to each person that has commented. I really appreciate all of the advice so much. Please keep it coming!!! So, I should have added that we have a fireplace in the corner. I’ll post a photo for reference. I have been rearranging the furniture as we speak. Yes, husband wants to be directly in front of TV.

This is the fireplace

We have 14 days because we are getting to exchange it. The price is what we owe currently on the sofa here which is $2,700.

We are a family of 4. We have a 10 and 6 year old that lay on the couch with us a lot but not 24/7.

Hubby wants to recline facing the tv and be at the end of the couch (or on his own) to be able to have an arm rest. We are going to add a mantle and other things to the fireplace in the future, so we don’t want the tv mounted on the mall above the fireplace.

Just adding more photos.

Consider a rug to go with new sofa and recliner. It will help ground the space better, perhaps give some nice color in the space.

We have two of these recliners with ottomans facing our TV and they are incredibly comfortable. They swivel and recline and have adjustable headrests. My hubby really likes them for TV viewing. https://www.macys.com/shop/product/closeout-annaldo-leather-swivel-chair-ottoman-2-pc.-set?ID=2873937&CategoryID=35319&swatchColor=Sienna%20Brown

would you enjoy sitting in an overszed chair like this watching tv rather than a sofa?

would your husband be comfortable with these kinds of recliners in front of the TV?

I would get a sofa and chairs. There are reclining sofas that are more streamlined and less "puffy".

We have this one in our media room ... because my DH also wanted a reclining sofa! Ours is in a light beige suede that is supposed to be pet/stain friendly. I was able to get out a chocolate stain with no problem. They are more pricey.

https://www.braccisofas.com/collections/smart-sofa/

check out the back of this recliner -- it's $1000 cheaper than what you hate

Divani Casa Paul Contemporary Gray Fabric 4-Seater Sofa With Electric Recliners · More Info

looks like you got plenty of comments on couch type and layout. One question I have for you is how sold are you on that color? It's like the same color as the floor. You might consider a nice cream color and a performance fabric or if you're worried about dirt showing, then perhaps a darker color but still a warmer tone.
Right now you have a lot of gray going on which has a very cold feel. since you're getting a new couch anyway I figured I'd make the suggestion. 🙂

The TV can be on a special mount to swivel and tilt and telescope out from the wall. Then he can be in front of the TV wherever you put his chair!

I’m glad you brought up the color! I actually am going to look for a cream color. Eventually I’ll get a new tv console. This is my first time decorating and picking furniture and I am starting to find my style. I agree with the grey. I feel it’s too much and cold!

You don't need to be directly in front of the TV anymore. We just got a new Sony - our first ever biggish one - and the picture is good from the side. They cost a bit more, but they allow flexibility in room layout and everyone gets a good view.

Rachel, cream is great but unless you get a performance fabric not sure it's going to be kid and hubby friendly. I think I see a pet bed by the TV console. Even if the pet isn't allowed on the sofa it will brush up against it, leaving fur and oils over time. You're living there, not capturing a pic for social media. Don't get swayed by beautiful unlivable pictures.

I'm no color expert at all but wonder if a caramel color or not too dark brown is a better choice. Lot's of good color people here, hope they'll join in.

The tv we just got is a Sony as well. I think mounting with a swivel is a great idea and I think the hubby will go for that!

Yes, we have a dog and he gets on the couch 😬 When we were couch shopping originally, the colors I wanted were either light grey or cream/off white type of color. We also wants something comfy and this couch hurts our backs if we lay reclined for too long 😑

@mytwo cents

I like that reclining sofa you posted and the big round chair. We would like something like that.

Suggest TV go on opposite wall as per Beverley’s diagram and just configure sectional appropriately. Test before you decide to return (room’s flow and visuals will be improved). When choosing a new console, suggest something a bit lower and with a finish that better suits.

https://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/Home-Garden/Carson-Carrington-70-inch-Modern-Low-Profile-TV-Console/32134433/product.html

Just trying to see what options for making everybody happy might be. I was thinking that if whole family doesn't want to be cuddling on the sofa all the time it's possible to get one loveseat recliner to make sure husband gets his wish (and at least some people can sit right near him) plus get a pair of oversized swivel lounge chairs for fun comfy places to watch TV or talk. It can be simpler to make a nice looking arrangment with loveseats and chairs, even if they are quite large. I think you have the space but you need to measure.

Those big round swivel chairs can be bought with crescent shaped ottomans. This one happens to be from Amazon

It's really a risk buying sofas when it comes to comfort, especially if you're not made of money. One of the reasons I prefer sitting in sofas or chairs with wide ottomans to sitting in recliners is that there are more ways to make adjustments to where your legs and back are -- high, low, long, short, sideways -- and add pillows behind you for back support. Recliners aren't very flexible and I find them a nuisance to get up from in a hurry.

I love big round swivel chairs. I would definitely be open to that. You are so right! Takes at least 60 seconds to get up just to grab something or answer the door. I also feel like I’m going to break the dang thing when I try to get up. I love the advice. Thank y’all so much for taking the time to help. I am currently looking into all the different options.

Maureen,
My husband told me to find one that was at least 3 feet high and it was so difficult to find one that tall! But since he wants to mount the tv, I can get whatever console I want now.😍
I do think something lower would look nice and now that the tv won’t be on top of it, I can do that. We have just been throwing things together from FB market place and hand-me-downs and I’m going to slowly buy all new things. Y’all please follow me because I have an entire house I will need help with and be posting a lot more!

Please don't buy any more bulky and over sized "marshmallow" furniture! We see so many young/new homeowners do this and then they come here saying they hate it, but can't get rid of it ...

Buy in haste, repent at leisure.

That is what happened here. We spent 4 hours at the furniture store and still wasn’t sure I made the right decision and of course we didn’t! But I am happy and blessed we get to exchange it

My sister has a somewhat puffy couch with one section that reclines. I have short legs and find it very uncomfortable because of the depth of the seat. On the other hand, a friend with long legs can never find a recliner that extends long enough for her feet to not hang off uncomfortably. So many considerations when determining what is comfortable. Hope you find something.

This photo showing your fireplace makes me want to choose modern furniture for your home. I love the chair from Macy’s that Kim sent a link to, and the low TV console Maureen posted. The second photo shows some things that would suit your space nicely.

How about a sofa like this, (I'd also replace your coffee table and get a nice area rug)

or like this one, (gave you an updated fan) (the chaise part can be on the opposite side)

and then directly behind it on that wall, do a skinny console or bench, w/some art.

some other sofas, coffee tables and rugs

pic 1 and 2 are same sofa w/diff designs