Dinalo, That is the one idea that seems the most usable if we stick with the freestanding. I am going to play with it a little bit and see if I like the look. live-wire-oak, we are buying a new range anyway, but the comparable slide-in is more than double the cost of the freestanding I like. I have not looked at the layout page here to see what is needed, but I did post a link to a basic drawing of our space in an earlier message and our wall lengths in another. We went back and forth a lot about whether or not to change the layout, but we like how much it will open up our space and believe it will make the kitchen a selling point when that time comes. The problem is that I didnt realize the issue with the range and did not plan to spend that much on one appliance. It wont bankrupt us, but it might bite into other things we were going to do if we end up getting the slide-in.

We bought a fixer-upper home that was built in 1933. At some point during the life of the home, a giant beast of a wood-burning insert had been installed. We removed it, along with the broken tile hearth and replaced it with a Heat-n-Glo gas insert (and oak flooring in the hearth to match the original floors). It came with a remote control to turn it on and off and adjust the flame and fan. Even without the blower on, it puts out an amazing amount of radiant heat. It also has a thermostat setting where it will adjust the fire automatically to maintain a specified temperature. We replaced our furnace and had central air installed at the same time, so I don't recall specifically what the fireplace cost, but I believe it was right around $4500-$5000. Money well spent! Before with wood insert and once it had been removed: And after:

It is feasible for a low pitched 14x20 addition to not require an access. Whether you run the pipe outside, and then above the roof, or through the roof and above, the chimney will be more or less the same height. If you go outside first, the Tee and thimble could cost as much as all the other pipe. You actually need more insulated pipe outside if you go outside below the ceiling level, and need to mind the clearances for the inside elbow to the ceiling. The 18" clearances and heat shield mentioned above are generally for "unlisted" wood burning stoves, and single wall models. Many listed stoves have clearance requirements that are much less. Be aware that you may need to use a double wall black pipe inside, since the clearance to the combustible walls above any heat shield to the pipe is 18"(?) if I remember correctly. If there is not enough room to get into the attic, the installation can usually be done from just below and above. The location of ceiling joist may be an issue. CO is always a concern, in general, any time a stove or any combustion heating device is actually big enough to heat the room on a cold day. You may want to look into "trailer house models" that have a combustion air intake from outside. A WOOD stove that is small enough to not potentially cause a risk in a bedroom with a closed door will probably only be big enough to hold a fire for a couple hours... certainly not all night. Aside from needing a big ugly tank, propane would be more convenient with a more steady temperature for the room.

Not a fan of that light fixture. Would not want to look at/into the light but rather have the fixture provide light for the room. If you want an interesting ceiling hung light, consider this LED one: https://www.beautifulhalo.com/6led-leaf-design-semi-flush-light-nordic-style-acrylic-ceiling-flush-mount-in-warmwhiteneutral-p-326243.html?currency1=USD&track=PA_G_SUS325&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1IbvvfjH5QIVVdyGCh0DNgObEAQYASABEgI74fD_BwE You might consider a faux window light -- perhaps even a stained glass one: http://diphotoshop.com/3-tips-for-highlighting-the-exterior-architecture-of-your-home/ http://nanobolt.co/fake-window-light-box/ Or a fake window skylight light: The local hospital has one but I couldn't find a pic on line that would load. Are you aware that there are light fixtures made specifically for corners? I like this one best: http://kapemvun.info/foliage-not-flowers/ but there are others worth considering, too. http://kapemvun.info/easy-fix-for-fall-flowers-to-get-up-your-garden-2/ http://kapemvun.info/10-no-fail-drought-tolerant-perennials-for-low-water-gardens/