After spending five years designing a basement layout of the NP's P&L line if MRL had purchased it, only to have to wait until home repairs (the kitchen sink is above the breaker box which is a major code violation) are complete, I couldn't just sit and wait any longer.  I want to build a model railroad with my nine year old son and this kitchen project is going to take years to save up for and complete.  The only other place I could think of was the dining room but my wife suggested the foyer.  What a great spot!