open plan.

as you can see here the new 9 ft opening in the load bearing wall constructed of from 3 2x12 beams, what we did was build a wall from 2x6 both sides of the opening to take the weight as we removed the old wall, then cut back to fit the new headers and it will all be finished in drywall and plaster for a clean look,

you can also get a better idea of the oak ceiling we found beneath the suspended ceiling, i had to dismantle parts of it to build the support walls, still the decision to restore or repair hasn't been made.

these rooms will become the new kitchen (far room) come dining room. with an island between.