Speaker Mounting

The AV receiver is wired to a dual zone speaker system. 5.1 surround sound in the living room for home theater and stereo ceiling-mounted speakers for the dining area.

Carpeting

I went with a fairly basic, light carpet in the bedrooms.

Countertop

I went with Richstone Granite. They did a quality job with three day turn around time. The stone is called "New Venetian Gold", whatever that means.