Indulge the eye, offer a break from visual chaos and make decorating easier with single-color rooms in any shade you like

In this modern home, a galley kitchen opens up and connects to dining and family areas with a roomy bamboo island

Give your mealtime space a generous helping of hues paired in a most refreshing way

Dial up the zest at mealtimes with doses of snappy orange on dining room walls and furniture

Squeeze a little lime into the space where you dine — green walls, chairs or accessories can be delicious if you do them right

Go ahead, paint everything the same color (even the trim)

Dark finishes and drab walls got the switcheroo, making way for springtime-fresh colors and kid-friendly touches

When life handed this homeowner a smashed plate, her designer delivered a one-of-a-kind wall covering to fit the cheerful new room

No Reservations Required: Use Bold Colors to Refresh Your Dining Space

Master the art of color-blocking in your cooking and dining area by following these foolproof design tricks