The coffered ceiling in the dining room positions perfectly over the table seating for ten. Walkouts on both sides of the room give guests an opportunity to relax on the screen porch after a meal or head down to the lake.

This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Omaha with beige walls, porcelain floors, beige floor and wood.

Mid-sized country dining room in San Francisco with beige walls, limestone floors, beige floor, wood and exposed beam.

Photo of a large kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Contemporary dining room in Wiltshire with beige walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and vaulted.

We were delighted to paint the cabinetry in this stunning dining and adjoining bar for designer Cyndi Hopkins. The entire space, from the Phillip Jeffries "Bloom" wallpaper to the Modern Matters hardware, is designed to perfection!

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW As with most projects, it all started with the kitchen layout. The home owners came to us wanting to upgrade their kitchen and overall aesthetic in their suburban home, with a combination of fresh paint, updated finishes, and improved flow for more ease when doing everyday activities. A monochromatic, earth-toned palette left the kitchen feeling uninspired. It lacked the brightness they wanted from their space. An eat-in table underutilized the available square footage. The butler’s pantry was out of the way and hard to access, and the dining room felt detached from the kitchen. Lead Designer, Stephanie Cole, saw an improved layout for the spaces that were no longer working for this family. By eliminating an existing wall between the kitchen and dining room, and relocating the bar area to the dining room, we opened up the kitchen, providing all the space we needed to create a dreamy and functional layout. A new perimeter configuration promoted circulation while also making space for a large and functional island loaded with seating – a must for any family. Because an island that isn’t big enough for everyone (and a few more) is a recipe for disaster. The light white cabinetry is fresh and contrasts with the deeper tones in the wood flooring, creating a modern aesthetic that is elevated, yet approachable for everyday living. With better flow as the overarching goal, we made some structural changes too. To remove a bottleneck in the entryway, we angled one of the dining room walls to create more natural separation between rooms and facilitate ease of movement throughout the large space. At The Kitchen Studio, we believe a well-designed kitchen uses every square inch to the fullest. By starting from scratch, it was possible to rethink the entire kitchen layout and design the space according to how it is used, because the kitchen shouldn’t make it harder to feed the family. A new location for the existing range, flanked by a new column refrigerator and freezer on each side, worked to anchor the space. The very large and very spacious island (a dream island if we do say so ourselves) now houses the primary sink and provides ample space for food prep and family gathering. The new kitchen table and coordinating banquette seating provide a cozy nook for quick breakfasts before school or work, and evening homework sessions. Elegant gold details catch the natural light, elevating the aesthetic. The dining room was transformed into one of this client’s favorite spaces and we couldn’t agree more. We saw an opportunity to give the dining room a more distinguished identity by closing off the entrance from the foyer. The relocated wet bar enhances the sophisticated vibe of this gathering space, complete with beautiful antique mirror tiles and open shelving encased by moody built-in cabinets. Updated furnishings add warmth. A rich walnut table is paired with custom chairs in a muted coral fabric. The large, transitional chandelier grounds the room, pairing beautifully with the gold finishes prevalent in the faucet and cabinet hardware. Linen-inspired wallpaper and cream-toned window treatments add to the glamorous feel of this entertainment space. There is no way around it. The laundry room was cramped. The large washer and dryer blocked access to the sink and left little room for the space to serve its other essential function – as a mudroom. Because we reworked the kitchen layout to create more space overall, we could rethink the mudroom too – an essential for any busy family. The first step was moving the washer and dryer to an existing area on the second floor, where most of the family’s laundry lives (no one wants to carry laundry up and down the stairs if they don’t have to anyway). This is a more functional solution and opened up the space for all the mudroom necessities – including the existing kitchen refrigerator, loads of built-in cubbies, and a bench. It’s hard to not fall in love with every detail of a new space, especially when it serves your day-to-day life. But that doesn’t mean the clients didn’t have their favorite features they use on the daily. This remodel was focused largely on function with a new kitchen layout. And it’s the functional features that have the biggest impact. The large island provides much needed workspace in the kitchen and is a spot where everyone gathers together – it grounds the space and the family. And the custom counter stools are the icing on the cake. The nearby mudroom has everything their previous space was lacking – ample storage, space for everyone’s essentials, and the beloved cement floor tiles that are both durable and artistic.

This is an example of a large eclectic dining room in Philadelphia with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and recessed.

Кухня Lottoccento, стол Cattelan Italia, стлуья GUBI
This is an example of a country dining room in Moscow with beige walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

This is an example of a contemporary dining room in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper and panelled walls.

Who wouldn’t want to have breakfast in this nook? The custom banquette is upholstered in practical textiles from Brentano and Momentum. The custom chairs are from Lorts.

We love this dining room's coffered ceiling, dining area, custom millwork & molding, plus the chandeliers and arched entryways!
Design ideas for a large transitional separate dining room in Phoenix with beige walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean dining room in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Photo of a country kitchen/dining combo with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and coffered.

Кухня кантри, стол и голубые стулья. Обеденный стол со стульями.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Design ideas for a country kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and exposed beam.

Separate dining room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and vaulted.

Transitional open plan dining in Moscow with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and recessed.

Transitional dining room in New York with beige walls, laminate floors, brown floor, coffered and wallpaper.