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Such great suggestions before me, however, I'd like to offer a few more:

1. reduce the clutter as much as possible. Then move the remaining to one side of the room. Place the necessary large pieces first, then fill in with accessories. This will keep you from getting overwhelmed.
2. I suggest moving the piano to the corner on the right side of the small window and make that your "music" zone. Hang the guitars on the wall over there and perhaps even your music stand. If you can't afford a piece with doors to house all of your electronics, try to use what you have and cover the shelves with simple fabric and velcro.
3. Try putting the wicker chairs which are now in front of your couch...under the window where the piano was. This will open up the floor space and allow everyone to see the TV and the view. I like the idea of putting the TV on the low black console. That is great because it eliminates misc furniture.
4. A nice rug under a new coffee table would anchor the seating area. After moving the piano, you may now have room to use the Lack tables as end tables. Put your lamps on these.
5. I agree about putting a large piece of art over the couch. A large mirror would also reflect more light. The small pics might look nice in the entrance hall or over the black console.
6. If you are keeping the dining tablek, try moving it to the right to open up the sliding windows. A lamp will add light to it for paperwork..or a scone...or chandelier.
7. NEW IDEA: hang the bikes on hooks on either side of the windows on the porch and your view will be even more pleasing and unobstructed.
8. Neutraling the color palette of the furniture by painting or covering will allow you to gradually add color to unify the room as a whole.
9. Definitely agree with eliminating kitchen utensils/spices or at least put in a covered cabinet.

Man I would love to get in there with you! Good luck and enjoy your hard work!!!