Your situation practically screams for the KEF LS50s--full bore Class A sound from around 60 Hz up, and perfect for smaller listening areas.
However
If you can consider a small footprint tower, I've heard the Focal 714V and was very impressed with their sound quality and presentation. The speakers disappear and throw an engaging 3-dimensional soundstage as well as having good tonal balance and an airy top end.
MusicDirect has them on 40% off closeout. Their footprint is only slightly larger than the KEFs. Of course they're taller, but don't require stands. OTOH, you can't tuck them on a shelf when not in use.
Anyway, just a thought.
However
If you can consider a small footprint tower, I've heard the Focal 714V and was very impressed with their sound quality and presentation. The speakers disappear and throw an engaging 3-dimensional soundstage as well as having good tonal balance and an airy top end.
MusicDirect has them on 40% off closeout. Their footprint is only slightly larger than the KEFs. Of course they're taller, but don't require stands. OTOH, you can't tuck them on a shelf when not in use.
Anyway, just a thought.