Why not start by subtracting pieces of furniture and ornaments
and things on the wall. You might be able to hear a difference by
addressing the "mess" this way.
Attitude is important, too. You could suggest to your partner
that this is just an experiment, and encourage her to keep
an open mind while you explore different possibilities, together.
Set aside a few hours for this project, and keep it fun.
Change the positioning of your speakers and try a new location
from which you listen to music.
You can also look at pictures of other systems, on this site.
Jim Smith's book, "Get Better Sound" is bound to help, too.
and things on the wall. You might be able to hear a difference by
addressing the "mess" this way.
Attitude is important, too. You could suggest to your partner
that this is just an experiment, and encourage her to keep
an open mind while you explore different possibilities, together.
Set aside a few hours for this project, and keep it fun.
Change the positioning of your speakers and try a new location
from which you listen to music.
You can also look at pictures of other systems, on this site.
Jim Smith's book, "Get Better Sound" is bound to help, too.