Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Construction by G. B. Construction and Development, Inc. Photography by Jonathan Pilkington

Breakfast nook area off the side of the kitchen and near a new living room with an entrance to the back deck
ボストンにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし) の写真

Dining area with round white lacquer table, brass chandelier, leather seating, and ripplefold drapery wall.
フィラデルフィアにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床) の写真

ロンドンにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、ベージュの床、表し梁、壁紙) の写真

Bay window dining room seating.
マイアミにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、大理石の床、ベージュの床、格子天井) の写真

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.

A new home can be beautiful, yet lack soul. For a family with exquisite taste, and a love of the artisan and bespoke, LiLu created a layered palette of furnishings that express each family member’s personality and values. One child, who loves Jackson Pollock, received a window seat from which to enjoy the ceiling’s lively splatter wallpaper. The other child, a young gentleman, has a navy tweed upholstered headboard and plaid club chair with leather ottoman. Elsewhere, sustainably sourced items have provenance and meaning, including a LiLu-designed powder-room vanity with marble top, a Dunes and Duchess table, Italian drapery with beautiful trimmings, Galbraith & Panel wallcoverings, and a bubble table. After working with LiLu, the family’s house has become their home. ---- Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations that their upscale clientele own second homes in. ----- For more about LiLu Interiors, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/ ----- To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/blog/portfolio-items/art-of-family/

他の地域にある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、茶色い床、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

When one thing leads to another...and another...and another... This fun family of 5 humans and one pup enlisted us to do a simple living room/dining room upgrade. Those led to updating the kitchen with some simple upgrades. (Thanks to Superior Tile and Stone) And that led to a total primary suite gut and renovation (Thanks to Verity Kitchens and Baths). When we were done, they sold their now perfect home and upgraded to the Beach Modern one a few galleries back. They might win the award for best Before/After pics in both projects! We love working with them and are happy to call them our friends. Design by Eden LA Interiors Photo by Kim Pritchard Photography

Natural light floods this custom dining space. The oval wooden table is surrounded by a custom banquette with custom cushions. The dining room adds to the open floorplan sitting right off the open kitchen.

Modern kitchen in Tuscaloosa, AL featuring porcelain countertops and European-style cabinetry.
バーミングハムにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、無垢フローリング) の写真

In the breakfast area, a light wood breakfast table contrasts with the black side chairs and dramatic artwork. A modern light fixture adds an unexpected touch, while long drapes and a woven window shade complete the space.

Breakfast Room
ヒューストンにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、コンクリートの床、グレーの床、板張り天井) の写真

他の地域にある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース) の写真

Photography by Michael J. Lee Photography
ボストンにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、無垢フローリング) の写真

Shiplapped banquette seating, using vintage chairs and table.
アトランタにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなエクレクティックスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

When one thing leads to another...and another...and another... This fun family of 5 humans and one pup enlisted us to do a simple living room/dining room upgrade. Those led to updating the kitchen with some simple upgrades. (Thanks to Superior Tile and Stone) And that led to a total primary suite gut and renovation (Thanks to Verity Kitchens and Baths). When we were done, they sold their now perfect home and upgraded to the Beach Modern one a few galleries back. They might win the award for best Before/After pics in both projects! We love working with them and are happy to call them our friends. Design by Eden LA Interiors Photo by Kim Pritchard Photography

サンディエゴにある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床) の写真

ブリスベンにある中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、格子天井、羽目板の壁) の写真