Don't dismiss the kitchen as a modern day parlor. Sarrah Khan of Agencie Architecture & Engineering says, “ Kitchens are modern parlor rooms. In today’s homes, kitchens serve a double function of both cooking and entertaining zones.”
After: By knocking down a wall, they opened up the kitchen to the living room to create one great room, ideal for entertaining.
After: The second bedroom is now a sunroom and TV lounge, and Michelle's favorite space in the home.