We just bought a row home and are doing major renovations in few couple stages. Eventually (2-4 yrs) we are extending the first and second floor out farther for more space, but for now we need to create a dining space (for 4) with what we have.

Right now the front door opens to a hallway which separates the entrance from the kitchen. The separation is nice, but there just seems to be no place for a table unless we knock out that whole hall wall, or perhaps just the closet portion? We can't block the stairs. (Eventually they will be moved and straightened with the extension, but not yet).

Total width is about 16 feet. Any advice appreciated!