As part of my kitchen renovation, I removed a load-bearing wall but now will have structural support column in the middle of kitchen. The redesign is VERY modern (no upper cabinets whatsoever) so would greatly appreciate some ideas that will permit this column to "fit in". Oh...and just in case you are curious....the stairway rail system will also be replaced with a modern Dolle/Prova railing system, and the new floors will be Carlisle wide plank (8-inch) white oak floors with their "Picture Frame" stain.