We are remodeling; losing our small island and reconfiguring as a peninsula. Our house is a suburban colonial, the kitchen is in the back of the house and faces north. We need to re-think lighting in a big way - it is one of our biggest complaints.

The horrid giant fluorescent box light that is currently over the existing island will be vanquished, as will the soffits. The cans in the kitchen are currently under soffits and I'm unsure how to place them with the new design.

I want a fixture over the eat-in table. We elected not to add seating at the peninsula but instead have cabinets on both sides because we always sit at the table.

I know I want to have under-cabinet lighting, and also I don't like very bright, intense light. I struggle with migraines and I can't handle anything too much over 3000K. Would love some suggestions of how to light this small kitchen.