If you think the Chinese vase at the base of the table may be valuable, you should take it (or the photos of it) to a reliable art and antiques appraiser in your area. You aren't likely to get a reliable appraisal on line.

Do you mean plans for construction? There are many sites on the Internet that will have samples for you. The main issue is that local ordinances require setbacks from property lines and these free samples may not fit what your local building department may require. You can usually access the setback information from your building department online, but a trip down to talk to a planner may be necessary. Start there, finding a house plan that fits within that footprint is the second step.

First of all, I don't think that furniture is comfortable enough to sit and watch TV, so the TV should be remove from that room, the purple wall paper and the purple furniture is too much, you should consider another color for that wall and the furniture against the wall it doesn't look good. What is that room at the end is kind of dark and I cannot appreciate exactly what is the purpose of that room. I'm a firm believer in skylights, we have skylights in the laundry room, kitchen, living room and office, they make a big difference. (if you cannot have skylights (or tube lights) can lights are a great option. There are a lot of great ideas from everyone. I can't wait to see the after photos.

Rules can be tricky, because it really depends on the chandelier, for example, does it have a small metal part in the middle or any crystal pieces which hang lower than the majority of the chandelier? We like to be able to see underneath the main part of the light fixture, when standing beside the table - if for example you were using the dining table to serve buffet style... or for a wine tasting. It's best not to cut too much of the electric wire or chain until you're sure you like the length. I hope that helps?