If you go for nearfield listening, which is best in a small room, room reflections aren't as big a problem. I sit approximately seven feet from my speakers and that's been my experience.
Was in a similar situation a couple of years ago and went with the smaller room as it was all mine and the wife couldn't care less what went into it so experimentation was the rule. A well-balanced small system can provide a very satisfying listening experience in a small room.
Take this with a grain of salt though as I'm not a critical listener by Agon standards. I can however listen for hours without getting bored or distracted by the system. Good luck.
Was in a similar situation a couple of years ago and went with the smaller room as it was all mine and the wife couldn't care less what went into it so experimentation was the rule. A well-balanced small system can provide a very satisfying listening experience in a small room.
Take this with a grain of salt though as I'm not a critical listener by Agon standards. I can however listen for hours without getting bored or distracted by the system. Good luck.