Wayne
This has some nice ideas. Wasn't sure what cabinets would look like above stove/range but I don't think this looks bad and gives you more cabinet space and you have your down draft vent. I like the glass doors on the top. I also like how the refridge matches the cabinets - flows nicely. I would not do a two level island. I would just make it all level and you could wrap an overhang with the counter for more seating on the right (changing what they did)
I kinda like this look too. It's very different. Looks eclectic but traditional with modernization. Does that even make sense? But I like it. It has the glass tiles Eric likes, I like the wood cabinets with the painted island, you have a hood with a cabinet.. You could slightly change the color of the wood cabinets to compliment the flooring you want and I think having the wood cabinets that match the stone from your fireplace would tie everything together and look really cool and different.
Q