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Yes, we absolutely wanted a breakfast-like side of the island, with some stools. Being Italian/European, my family always gathers in the kitchen when they visit. So to have that bit of space will really help, and keep everyone together in the same area. We had a breakfast table before, and it was in such an awkward and cold spot of the house, we considered removing it completely in the reno. But, our plans worked out in such a way, that it made sense to keep it.

Update: today the electrician came in, and moved around a lot of cable to get our lighting arranged. I'm glad I mentioned getting a surge protector for the circuit breaker box, though they sound to be very expensive. It is worth getting though, as power surges and power failures are common in our old neighbourhood, and have fried MANY electrical items in the past. *sigh* Also, the new plywood was put on top of the old, and was nailed in very nicely... that floor won't be moving any time soon, haha. My mom and I finally managed to pick out the cupboard hardware, I think it'll look really nice. But we're having problems with finding the right granite. Local suppliers only have pinks, greys, whites, blacks, and yellows, nothing that'll work for us. So, seems like we'll be taking a trip to the states for granite. So many other things to do too: new toilet, all new lights, decide on the tiles, find a perfect backsplash, paint colour, window coverings, stools, table, reupholster old teak chairs, new kitchen table chairs, pick out appliances, and possibly new bathroom sink set. Oh, and sell/donate all old material. Phew!