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rinqreation I have no suggestions on decorating, but you could hang some panel curtains as a room divider. This way it will not feel as if you had to go through rooms to get to the kitchen.

Dytecture Nice blank slate. Consider adding some area rugs to help warm up the stark flooring.

gerileedurham Definitely love the rug and curtain ideas had considered them but was waiting for someone to say its a good idea thanks

Broadhouse Design Inc. This is reminiscent of older homes where you had a sitting room (formal living room) at the front of the house. This is where you entertained guests without bringing them into the rest of the house. You might consider creating this type of space. It doesn't need to be formal, but rather a place that people can sit and chat. I understand you already have a home theater, but this area would not have a TV - it's more about socializing and talking - lounging area. The additional area can be converted into a den/reading area. A couple of floor to ceiling bookcases, two large occassional chairs and a side table between them. As for decor and accessories, this rather depends on the rest of the house. These rooms can't be disconnected. They have to be a prelude of what's to come in the rest of the house.

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sarry When you first come in, where you can see the two chairs, perhaps a sofa (facing the windows) with a sofa table behind it, so that it acts more of a divider and makes it more of a hallway towards the dining area.
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