maintain the existing kitchen layout exactly as provided do not modify cabinetry layout add walls extend millwork or introduce additional upper cabinets there is a large intentional open void on one side of the kitchen that is a pass through opening into the family room this area must remain completely open and unobstructed critical constraint treat this white open area as negative space only open architectural volume do not enclose it do not frame it with walls and do not generate cabinetry shelving soffits or upper cabinets in this zone under any circumstances the opening should read as a clear visual connection between kitchen and family room with uninterrupted sightlines apply msi surfaces ivory taj quartz as countertop material only and maintain standard slab installation apply happy floors zalaja taupe glossy 2 5 x 10 tile in a horizontal 1 3 offset pattern for backsplash only run from countertop to underside of existing upper cabinets only no changes to architecture no additional walls and no added cabinetry beyond what is already shown in the original layout preserve openness and spatial flow exactly as designed