I think a comfortable distance between the island and the counter is around 42". It seems that you have only 30" between your cook top and the counter. I might be a little too tight. The wall between the entrance and the kitchen could be 4' long instead of 6', you would then be able to move the island a foot which would give you more room between the cook top and the island. Could you switch the location of the toilet and vanity in your dad's bathroom so your enter facing a vanity instead of a toilet which is a lot nicer.

The advise that you get from houzz.com is from professionals like myself and also from people who aren't professional but who enjoy commenting. The site is not really set up for solving very complex designs such as a complete house. I enjoy taking a few moments out of my busy day helping out when I can, but there is no compensation involved and I can't spend much of my time here. Houzz can also be used to find a professional to hire in your part of the world. We have clients who have found us through houzz. I don't know if there is a pro near you, but hopefully you can find a local architect for you to help you design your house. Of course you can post any questions that you have and you never know what great answers you will get.

I like the ceiling. I think the hanging lights are too fancy and distract from the ceiling decor. A simpler light would look better or sticking with the canned lights you have. The walls have too many big, black things on them. It's hard to tell if they are windows with shade --- in which case I'd pick something lighter, perhaps to echo the ceiling, TVs (how many do you need?) or what. I'd consider a big piece of statement art in the place of at least one. If you're on a budget, get a large, high quality photo in the right colors, you can take it yourself. Sepia and black architectural might work. I like more color and more natural light. You may have closed the shades for a better picture, so it's hard to comment on the light, plus windows are a feature of your room, not exactly a decorator's choice. I would consider how to get a few small pops of color in, pillows, flowers, candles, maybe even a runner rug along the right wall. If you are doing this as part of a portfolio, the entire ensemble would look more welcoming with a few touches like someone lives there. Something on the coffee table, for example. A few books and a candle. A tray with tea things, a vase of flowers or basket of fruit. Pick one or two things and make it composed. You see this a lot in designer Houzz photos. Here's an example, you note this picture would be a lot more stark with an empty table: https://www.houzz.com/photos/21-house-contemporary-living-room-san-francisco-phvw-vp~60642

@Devdatta Chandsarkar Hi , There are various methods for calculation. @ Cornerstone Design Studio India has told you one of the ways to calculate. Let's look at various other ways as well 1. On the basis of the property value (as mentioned above) It shows the lifestyle of the space you stay at, so an interior designer can justify the design standards. (For example, xerbia apartments and fashion residences are two different classes ) 2. Area of the flat (sqft pricing) It's generally an sqft rate calculated on the carpet area. ranges from 1000-2500/ sqft. It depends on the scope of work- demolition, civil work, full interiors, decor. Your designer will best tell you how to go about it. *This model is preferred for commercial interior setups where less intervention is required, but some home designers do that. Note: We feel home interiors are personal projects and need lots of attention and individual member choices are to be considered. 3. Percentage based fees for designer Ranges From 10% TO 20%, Again depends upon what services you are taking a) Only design, b) Design+ project management (labor ) c) Design+ Purchase management + project management (labor ) Pros: You can be open about your budget with your designer, whether its 25lakhs or 1cr. The integrity of both parties remains well. @Devdatta Chandsarkar This is ar. chinmay, we work from Pune completed projects across Pune (wagholi, kharadi,handewadi,kondhwa,dhanori,nibm, wanwadi,ambegaon and more) You can Follow the link to know more about budget and other related topics > "want to know more"< or Get a personal call after completing this step, we'll like to know more about you. chinmay r nimje Principal architect aarkin design studio Pune - 411040