We needed a low profile fan in a living/dining room of our condo that has 8'3" ceilings, and this one, with a nine inch drop from the ceiling, fit the bill.  Although the blades are high gloss PVC and not metal, it is more discreet than most of the other fans I've seen in the marketplace and suits the space well.  We have had lots of compliments and inquiries about where we purchased it.