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I think if you create a well balanced room, you wont have need for a focal point. Art on the walls (or anywhere else that's visible, for that matter) will be the perfect focal points, when your little conversation cluster isn't all that interesting.

I lived without a TV in my main entertaining areas for years, and can assure you that you can find much more interesting things to look at. The issue with a fireplace is that, in the absence of other decorative items, eyes will always be glued to that spot, just like they were glued to the TV before. It's a much nicer experience when you can travel the room with your eyes, and always find something nice and interesting to rest your sight on.