If you enhance the stairway with handsome handrails, it could become a major attraction feature at your entrance, rather than something to hide. It would be even more attractive, and a more comfortable climb, if the stairway went back and forth with several landings between, on the way to the top, and a lot safer for you, your children, the dog, and your mother-in-law, as well as the many friends, who will come to be welcomed for a closer look at your new spaces. Make it nice, don't hide it. cascio.offsite@gmail.com

This is a dilemma indeed! Posts in the middle of rooms are always a little difficult. It would be helpful to have pictures of all four walls to suggest the best layout. From what I can understand of your dilemma, I've attached a layout that may work based on your description. It features a defined entry. So when you walk through the front door, you will see a console table with a couple of ottomans stashed beneath. They can come in handy for extra seating. In front of the console are two arm chairs, followed by a modular sectional - they make up your main seating area. To the right of the kitchen door is a TV console. Behind the sofa is a bookcase and to the right is a round table with a couple of chairs for games, paper work or what have you. You don't mention any windows. Is this the case? If so, we'll want to make sure you've got adequate lighting and colors that will work with the limited light. Hope this helps!

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We do not offer that service unless you are building with us, sorry we couldn't help & best of luck!