Silverlie sr 17 for bookshelf speakers

I would love to here from someone who has tried using the sr17's as front bookshelf speakers. Because of a recent entertainment center in our 25x25 living-room i only have 14 inches in height to place bookshelf speakers. I also use this room for home theater. It has been suggested that i use sr17 as my fronts with two sr12's on there sides with tweaters facing in as the center channel. I know a sub and rears will be needed but the fronts are my immiediate focus. I was hoping that someone has tried this combination. Thank you for ant insightKevin