@Karen W - I realise that it's a bit stark right now but I now have a blank canvas that I actually like and can work with! Am looking out for a nice oil painting for the end wall.. or perhaps I'll put up a few clipboards? Husband wants a big blackboard but I'm not so sure! Will keep on posting updates! Meanwhile my downstairs half bath has had a mini reno and I'm starting to think about redecorating my study...

love it very elegant

Hi Jess, Firstly it looks like a lovely house you are going to be moving to! In regards to layout, have you thought about having your dining area on the back left wall? Potentially a bench style seating on the back wall could be lovely! Couple of examples of what I mean below. Then I would have some arm chairs on either side of the french doors with some nested tables. That way you can sit and have a coffee in the morning looking out into the garden. It would also open up the space so you can be chatting to guests and family at the same time as making a meal. Style wise, I think scandi style would work if that is your preferred, but you can easily mix Scandinavian elements with more traditional pieces for an eclectic and cosy feel. I offer a number of online interior design packages which might be useful to you! More information on my profile :) Good luck!

Ok, there's a couple of tricks you can do. I would personally start getting the right furniture. An oval table, ideally extendable would be a good start. Check out the link below. This one is a bit expensive but it's great for inspiration for both the table and the chairs. Also consider getting a nice rug to 'mark up' the permanent location for the table, and maybe suspended lighting. You'd have all these in the left hand side (from the plan), it's a shame the bifolds open from left though. Could be worth investing in new bifolds to open from the right side. Hope any of the above helps. Thanks. Andrei Edit: Link to the table: https://www.made.com/jenson-oval-exending-dining-table-oak https://www.made.com/deauville-round-extending-dining-table-oak