Architect, architect, ARCHITECT! It's a big investment to do an addition. Don't skimp on a having a well-created road map. The more detailed the info is, the less room there is for your contractor to make it up. Then write your contract so that the GC has to follow the specs in the architects drawings.
In Japan, the chrysanthemum is a symbol of the Emperor and the Imperial family. In particular, a chrysanthemum crest (èè±ç´ç« , kikukamonshÅ or kikkamonshÅ), i.e. a mon of chrysanthemum blossom design, indicates a link to the Emperor; there are more than 150 patterns of this design.
The Chrysanthemum is the flower of the month for November, and this beautiful flower comes with a wide variety of meanings all across the globe. In Asia the chrysanthemum signifies life and rebirth, making them great gifts for birthdays and baby showers. In Europe the chrysanthemum signifies an expression of sympathy.