OR - use a sofa table behind a 7' sofa with its back to the dining area, and place tall buffet lamps with a standing sculpture between .. . divided, but flexible ..
The easiest fix = two area rugs with furniture distributed around both. If you are looking for a visual partition (no one in the living room can see into the dining room) there are several ways to do this. The Book shelf idea is one or "build a temporary wall" would be the most "professional" looking option. What is your budget? Are there other considerations to this? Is this a rental? What type of flooring?
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