Can you get a piece of graph (grid) paper and draw the floorplan for us? Also, the concrete beams look small, did an engineer do structural calculations for the Columns and beams? What part of India are you in?

@OnePlan Thanks for the input. I liked the idea of serving as well as snack eating area. @Dytecture Yes, we are adding a second level, which would have 3 bedrooms, some gym area and a pantry. But we will get it designed after the ground level is finalized. We have thought to add 2 bedrooms (above the existing bedrooms at ground level) along with some outer balcony in the back area. 1 more bedroom above the kitchen. Gym area above the mezzanine floor at ground level (which also has small store in basement). Open terrace above the parking. We are more confused about the exit to the back (Parking) which is currently from the master bedroom. Also, if any of the room can be shifted elsewhere, instead of two adjoining rooms.

That looks pretty good ! Just 1 change i would do (for now) is adding a see thru railing instead of "box in" feeling...but that's just my opinion, i.e. what you show looks good also. The central column may obstruct your view but it works for me in curbside appeal

Hi Van Dana, If you simply want to work over it, how about: - decorating the walls with fun shelves - the entire space including the beam. How and the choice of shelves will be what would help successfully cover this up - use wall decals. You can even use a big mirror or mirror decals on this portion of the ju tting beam -use patterned wallpapers. You can give a separate one to the beam -decorate with photos/art -for the other beam you can think of light hanging decorations like a sun catcher beads curtain. For you imagination: or use decals Hope that helps? atom INTERIORS, Bangalore