In this condo, the kitchen is the first thing you see when you are looking toward the main living space., so it has to be equally fabulous. We tweaked the layout to enlarge the space and improve the function. To improve the lighting, we constructed a dropped ceiling and installed compact LED recessed fixtures. The ceiling was finished with a curved detail. The curve is echoed in the line of porcelain floor tile where it meets the dark hardwood of the living area. We kept the cabinetry simple, but the custom lacquered finish adds elegance and bounces the light. We extended the back panel of the peninsula to just below the cabinets and continued the mosaic onto it, while a granite shelf at top provides a surface for serving and display. The whole acts as a screen to hide the kitchen mess from the living area. On the living area side of the peninsula, we installed mirror framed out with contrast moulding. It reflects the eating area and enlarges the space.