Instead of trying to hide the header between the kitchen and living room, just play it up. I like the millwork around it. Beams in the kitchen.
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Double lights above the island. Arched window above sink.
Add a bookcase to the end of the island?
Stained island and painted cabinets
I like how the cabinet molding goes all the way to the ceiling. Like the tile backsplash, goes to the ceiling. And of course, the farm sink.
Instead of trying to hide the header between the kitchen and living room, just play it up. I like the millwork around it. Beams in the kitchen.
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