ok here goes:

Take the shelves and put them behind the sofa, put the (too small) table by where the shelves are, along with the pot with leaves in it. scoot the sofa left a bit more and add nesting tables to one side. I love the idea of the hotel look by adding a great headboard and lamps .

If you love the bed by the sliders, can you put the sofa so that the back is to the bed? Now the bed is hidden from the living area. Shelves and TV can go on the closet wall.

It wouldn't be my first choice because you generally want the view, but since you are liking the bed by the window, it would be a new set up and it would be cozy for the bed, and clean for the living area.

well because the room is unfinished, you have no headboard and haven't let us know if you are going to try moving things around. you need a headboard before art. do you plan on a TV?

you have a bed so that is a bid confusing? I would not put the tv between to bulky shelves at your entry. have you given any thought to moving the book shelves or any ideas anyone has?

you keep saying you want a BED not a HEADBOARD, WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?

seems like you have it figured out!

In your original thread, I think someone posted a bunch of bed options. Did you see those pictures/comments?

I think in a smaller space, softer lines are better so I'd say upholstery. You'll just want to tie all the elements that will be in close proximity - sofa, pillows, headboard, bedding, etc You should also make some idea books, the pros use them often to make recommendations.

Then you should make some idea books and see what that garners. I also think the conversation was moving on the other thread as several very respected pros and Houzzers were in on your dilemma. You may want to revive that post. Between some of their recommendations and a an idea book of things you love, you'll find where the room is meant to go.

Some large scale art behind the sofa and some awesome throw pillows on the sofa. You need a vibrant color pop to add the happy factor :)

This can be printed as a 60"x40" canvas or 30"x20" unframed print or wall display. It's a sunrise reflected on water ripples, which may be a nice complement to your waterfront view. It's also adds a pop of color for accessories.

I would go with a platform bed...then it will at least be lower and won't dominate the room...