AFTER: We re-imagined the space's orientation and brought in a strong horizontal element to balance the focal wall. We added dramatic new lighting in the pendants and under the mantel to add drama and layers of light, further enhancing the focal point and making the space feel modern and finished. Since we had to keep the existing fireplace, we just covered over the top portion with bumped-out drywall and a long, deep mantel. New carpet and paint colors played off the new upholstery, custom window cornice and custom accent pillows and made for a cohesive, focused space.