If you are in Sydney try Grandchester Designs. I have the same problem.

My advice would be to get rid of the blind as you won't use it once you have the curtains - perhaps you could use it elsewhere or have it as a spare. You would probably find that without the blind you will use the access more often. I would do full height and full width drapes - an inverted pleat is attractive with heavier fabrics but if you have the light fabric on the top keep it simple. How about putting your sheer lighter drape on the side closest to the bedroom and have the blackout lining behind. This gives softer look in your room. You would probably find that without the blind you will use the access more often. If there is a lot of sun take care with the pure linen cotton and natural fibres as they will rot with light and sun. There are many synthetic linen look alternatives that are less expensive, last longer and have the same look. I feel your room could do with some texture - you could possibly have a subtle self coloured stripe in the drape - or go plain and have the interest in your bedding. If you want to go soft grey drapes I would go for a darker charcocal or midnight blue/ teal colour on your walls which would look awesome with a soft grey linen look curtain and natural bedding. You could introduce soft mustard, peachy pinks and soft apple green linens in your bed cushions.

I'd be looking at an L-shape chaise lounge - so you can easily watch TV or sit on the couch and look outside to the balcony. If you want to entertain friends and family, maybe you need to retain a full size dining table? You could always push it against the wall when you only need to use two chairs to create more circulation space.

Have had both incarnations Upholstered and wooden arms. Upholstered are just a better option for when you want to lay down on the couch and get head support.