Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in New York

Custom Floating shelves anchor the table and are balanced by the wall paper panels behind the seating nook for this narrow dining room.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic light wood floor kitchen/dining room combo remodel in Omaha with beige walls and no fireplace

Contemporary Transitional home that sits on a fairway was redone to accommodate both family living and entertaining in their casual but contemporary great room space. Photography by David Duncan Livingston

MLW photography
Trendy galley dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and no island

Photo: Jim Westphalen
Example of a mountain style medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and white countertops

Jeffrey Allen
Sunroom - mid-sized modern light wood floor sunroom idea in Providence with a standard ceiling

They say lively conversation is the spice of life. And we are talking kitchens – so if open floor plans are de rigueur, and guests gravitate to the kitchen, why is it so difficult to have a multi-person conversation while sitting? Eating islands (and peninsulas) are in vogue for good reason: we spend most of our time in the kitchen socializing while we prep and cook. The problem is that when seated in a row, one can usually only see the person to either side. The guest on either side of your immediate neighbor is left out. Changing that straight line to convex has several effects, not the least of which is livelier conversation. The shape adds to the circumference, providing more personal space for all seated, while not intruding too much (often not more than eight inches); a gentle curve permits all guests to see each other with a nod of the head. Curves tend to soften objects, so a convex island adds a feeling of sensuality. Photography ©2014 Adam Gibson

photo: garey gomez
Inspiration for a large coastal ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and white countertops

Photo: Caroline Sharpnack © 2017 Houzz
Example of a country light wood floor and beige floor kitchen/dining room combo design in Nashville with blue walls

A rustic modern kitchen featuring custom wood cabinetry, stone accents, and sleek energy-efficient appliances, blending functionality with organic elegance in this sustainable mountain home.

A rustic modern dining room featuring reclaimed wood furniture, warm natural finishes, and large windows that invite mountain views, creating a sustainable and elegant space in this organic mountain home.

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
Kitchen/dining room combo - traditional medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in Boston with white walls

A spacious colonial in the heart of the waterfront community of Greenhaven still had its original 1950s kitchen. A renovation without an addition added space by reconfiguring, and the wall between kitchen and family room was removed to create open flow. A beautiful banquette was built where the family can enjoy breakfast overlooking the pool. Kitchen Design: Studio Dearborn. Interior decorating by Lorraine Levinson. All appliances: Thermador. Countertops: Pental Quartz Lattice. Hardware: Top Knobs Chareau Series Emerald Pulls and knobs. Stools and pendant lights: West Elm. Photography: Jeff McNamara.

A cozy rustic modern living room blends natural wood, stone accents, and large windows to showcase breathtaking mountain views, creating a sustainable and luxurious retreat.

The open kitchen is the family gathering space. The banquette fits perfect by the rear facing windows. Flooring is reclaimed and paired with the gray cabinetry and walls to give a soft modern approach alongside the vintage appeal of the subway tiled wall and school house lights.

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Example of a huge trendy porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen/dining room combo design in San Francisco with white walls and no fireplace

Small cottage dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in Baltimore with white walls and no fireplace

Shane Homes
Kitchen/dining room combo - transitional kitchen/dining room combo idea in Minneapolis with black walls

Our Long Island studio used a bright, neutral palette to create a cohesive ambiance in this beautiful lower level designed for play and entertainment. We used wallpapers, tiles, rugs, wooden accents, soft furnishings, and creative lighting to make it a fun, livable, sophisticated entertainment space for the whole family. The multifunctional space has a golf simulator and pool table, a wine room and home bar, and televisions at every site line, making it THE favorite hangout spot in this home.