Oddly shaped space? Try an oddly shaped rug
Some lovely clients of mine had the sweetest, tidiest house. But there was no front hall; you walked directly into a tiny area that the clients charmingly used for playing games.
I'm sorry I don't have a "before" picture, but the poor little space needed help. The chairs were mismatched, and the corner fireplace - excellent, functional - made the room a challenging shape....