Calla, island is nice and creative. As for the step, i believe he is creating a romantic effect for u. Our soft lights are at the corner ( if u notice the warm lights setting)
And just a note, for your step ceiling, make sure that ur ID seal up the step ceiling right after u have placed ur florescent lights. Cos if you have hollow ceiling, insects or bugs might choose it as their home. I have the same concept with u and I make sure my ID seal up for me.