Is this the Janet Jackson angle? Was that in the design?

Hmmmm . . don't understand that reference.

in the photo it's hard to tell if they're holes or mirrors. Does 3d ruin this illusion?

They don't look like mirrors in real life.

Is that an Apollo CSM engine bell hanging down?

No, Apollo engines were much larger. The titanium stove hood was intended as a shroud for a smaller rocket engine (found in a scrap metal dealer's yard).

How old is that stove?

'40s I think. Wedgewood stoves are very much sought after today and can be expensive. When I toured this house before buying, the real estate lady spotted the stove and told the seller, "the stove stays".

Is that a Christmas tree in the corner?

That was originally a Christmas tree consisting of a dead branch and three or four ornaments (about 5 years ago). It hadn't been taken down by February so visitors added Valentines ornaments. Subsequently it's gathered ornaments for Easter, 4th of July, Mardi Gras, St Patric's day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and others.

There's a computer in the picture. Actually 3.

The computer workbench will be moved elsewhere so the wall between the dining room and living room can be built. The bench will be necessary for a while, since that business won't be completely shut down for as much as 2 years, but it won't be where it is now.

Nice job, I'm sure you considered that cooking smoke will attack the grout and you did something about it.

Not much smoke problem here - but coffe can be splashed on it. High quality grout sealer has been purchased and will be applied in a couple of days.

Utilitarian point, you could put a span in the left circle to stick mugs etc. on and papers underneath.

Obstructions between the kitchen and dining room will not be allowed.