Thanks all-- The one's I used are 6 inch flat white with 2 inch clear tear drop crystals. You have a choice of not only shape and color of drop crystal, but also size. Another thing is that there are 8 crystal stations but you could put the crystals every other station, instead of every station. BTW, the company that makes these has the best customer service--I was blown away! I will try to take a longshot later, my first longshots didn't work out but here's some other kitchen pics.

Funky, I am not only thrilled for you, but I LOVE your choices! It is just gorgeous. And, is it me, or are those ceilings also singing praises for what you've picked? They are in perfect harmony. I think they really bring out what your grandfather did . . .the ceilings really have a place of honor! Re: built-ins not MCM? You mean the style you are picking or in general? I have seen both in person and on Houzz (same floor plan!) ONE built-in bookcase, to the right of the FP. Not sure if that counts . . .but it was done at least occasionally. I think you can make them feel MCM, depending on how you do it. I am always a sucker for bookcases, but built-ins esp! Congrats . . .you've won the battle of paint . . .oh, dreaded paint! People say it's so "easy" to repaint, but geesh, not for me! It always gets vetoed around here. (I am living with my less-than-perfect brown!)

Details? You want details? Ok, here goes. My DH and I are in our late 60's. Our home is 44'by 24' a raised ranch set on 78 acres of land. In 1976 we lost our farm house and all our possesions in a fire. We were in a rush to get reestablished and money was a big issue so we purchased this home. It came in 2 pieces and was put on a foundation, almost in the same location as the old house. The entry is split, stairs to the main living area and stairs down to the large family room, kennel/laundry room. The house is now 36 years old and we are in the final stages of remodling. The one and only bathroom is next and hopefully last. The kitchen is our dream come true. It functions beautifully and cleans up great. We are happy with our choices. It is a budget remodel. We tried very hard to stay within $20,000 for the entire DIY project, but like everyone else, we went over budget, by $3,000. Stainless Appliances, all GE Profile, except the dishwasher which is Maytag. I am loving the easy care of these appliances. Stove is a slide in. (electric, ceramic top) The floor is laminate (Tuscan Stone Bronze)by Dupont. I love the colours and here again it is so easy to keep clean. I have 2 Boxers and often have other dogs here visiting. This floor is so practical. The backsplash is Subway tile, Daltile in almond matte 3x6 with Accent strips in Red carnival glass Sonterra 1x1. The countertop is silestone (quartz), colour is Kalahari. Cabinets are Thomasville, maple, spice colour. We have under cabinet lighting and a light in the riverglass corner cabinet. We did not change the fixture over the window nor the one in the ceiling. The wiring is there if we choose to change them in future. We did change the fan over the table as it was white and the new one is stainless. It is a Hunter fan. The faucet and soap dispenser are Moen, 'extensa' Very practical, attractive and functional. We have the Never MT also. We put the faucet on the left side because most times when using the tap, you are rinsing something that is in the right hand (we are right handed) The curtains are temporary. Till I find something I really love. We have under the counter garbage pull out. All shelves in lower cabinets are pull outs. On the left of the stove is a pullout for DH's oils etc. Spices and stuff are on the right in upper cabinet and top drawer contains oven mitts and his binoculars as he loves to watch the deer, moose and other wild life out the patio door. The dishwasher is in the island and the drawers beside it contain all DH's brand new paderno pots and pans. The cabinet above the fridge has a slotted pull out for trays etc. The flooring goes all the way down the hallway to the bedrooms. I like it so much I even have it in the bedroom that I use as a computer room. The Living room and 2 other bedrooms have hardwood (oak, gunstock colour) and family room downstairs is all beige ceramic tile. I did want the same hardwood in the kitchen but DH got his way as he loved the floor we got, having seen it in his friends house. Is that enough detail, or is that overkill LOL.

FWIW, I have a bowl type pendant over my table and I like it a lot. I have a fixture with small lights over my island and I didn't want even 'more' small lights in my room such as a chandelier would give. And, like you I wanted a less formal look to my kitchen. Putting a dimmer on it will control the amount of light you have at any given time, and the pendant bowl will give a nice finish to your table & seating area. Having said that, if you would prefer the look of a semi-flush mount there is no rule out there that says you can't do it.