Hi there!
I love the open space you created! Wonderful design. I am so happy that I came across your beautiful pictures because I have been searching on Houzz for months trying to find ideas for our home. This is the first pic that I have found that is the closest to our home. Currently, we have a wall in between our kitchen and living room. My father in law made a cut out for me which has made it a better space for us. I would love to remove the wall however this wall is a supporting wall. My husband has informed me that we could put in a beam above (like what your room shows) we would need to put in a pole. My concern is that because the space is not that large, the pole will be in the way and the feeling of openness would be lost. Since you have the experience of working in a similar type of space I was wondering what your thoughts are around having a pole in the middle of the room? I am at a point where I would rather have a pole than the cut out wall. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks!!