for the entry I guess I wasn't clear and the photo isn't clear but the stairs go down and there is a railing there but is open 9' ceilings after the entry closet back to the pantry off the kitchen which is about 10' wide. Confused on the kitchen, are you suggesting if I put 2 can lights over the island instead of pendant lighting that the only other can I'll need is the 1 over the sink? Seems like the edges of the kitchen would be very dark but I have a hard time visualizing how it would turn out. As for now we weren't planning on under cabinet lights. Thanks for your time to comment on my plan and your suggestions, It is very appreciated.

Personally - I would up the living room to 6. And add something in the little hall leading to the living room. Since that's your foyer, just a box to hang a chandelier perhaps.

Mike, Wasn't sure if you just wanted me to post the blank plan here or emil it direct to you. Although, I did not see a way to email it direct. Below is a blank overall plan and then two larger plans for the two areas. Particulars: -Ceilings are all 8', except the hallway, which will be about 9' - Crown Moulding all around is the plan. I have a 5" tall crown in my bedroom and that comes 3.25" off the wall on the ceiling side. Probably will do something that is around 5" downstairs as well. - Cabinets go all the way to the ceiling - Window is a built-out window on the counter at the sink. Extends about 6-7". - Looking to do smaller recessed cans for hallogen (Possibly LED if they make them) over the Table. Thinking the same in the window seat area. - Pendants over the peninsula. Not sure what kind (Schoolhouse Pendants or glass, etc) so not sure if light will just be directed downward or also somewhat out the sides if it was colored glass. - On the wall between the Family Room and the Kitchen (On the Family Room Side) I am thinking of just a large picture or piece of art. THe built-ins in the family room may change to be cabinets above with milk glass and deeper. Looking to maybe make the right side the bar area, with beverage fridge. - Haven't decided on couch yet but used sectional for illustration. FLOOR LAYOUT KITCHEN LAYOUT FAMILY ROOM/LIVING ROOM LAYOUT Rendering View of table area facing the Kitchen Here is a link to my photobucket to see additional renderings. Link to Photobucket Album

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