Our decision to reconfigure the first floor layout of the #sisterhouse was motivated by the desire to create a more functional kitchen with an open concept living area. When we first saw the house, we absolutely loved the original dining room. Because the room was situated at the back of the house, every window looked out onto trees, creating a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. We thought that this beautiful space would be better utilized as a kitchen rather than a formal dining room reserved for special occasions.

Inspired by the home's Craftsman roots, we opted for neutral beige cabinets, but added a pop of color with a navy blue island. We decided to forgo upper cabinets along the back wall for a simple, clean look. A white herringbone tile backsplash and white quartz countertops brightened up the space.

We incorporated warm brass cabinet hardware and lighting over both the island and sink. A chrome bridge faucet added another layer of metal, while tying in with the stainless steel appliances. A white fireclay farmhouse sink felt appropriate for the age and style of the home.

We aimed to keep the space's original character by refinishing the existing hardwood floors with walnut stain. We also kept an original built in, which serves as the perfect spot for displaying cookbooks, bowls, and plants.

To create better flow, we opened up the wall between the kitchen and living room. This allowed more natural light to filter through to the back of the house, while still keeping the two spaces separately defined.

We converted the original kitchen space to a dining room that was the perfect size for a table and chairs, plus a small console table.

The dining room was adjacent to a beautiful entryway that was one of our favorite things about the house.

With a few minor structural changes, we were able to transform the first floor layout to create a more functional floor plan conducive to modern life, while maintaining the wonderful original character of this home.

Sources

Entry
Wall Paint: Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45
Trim Paint: Benjamin Moore Clay Beige OC-11
Chandelier: Seagull Lighting Perryton Hanging Fixture in Midnight Black

Kitchen
Wall Paint: Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45
Trim Paint: Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117
Wall Tile: Floor & Decor Festival White Herringbone Porcelain Mosaic (similar style found here)
Perimeter Cabinets: Shaker Maple Cabinets in Taupe
Island Cabinets: Shaker Maple Cabinets in Naval
Knobs: Martha Stewart Living 1" Bedford Brass Goblet Cabinet Knob (discontinued) (similar style found here)
Pulls: Martha Stewart Living Bedford Brass Awning Cup Cabinet Hardware Pull (discontinued) (similar style found here)
Faucet: Pioneer Americana 2-Handle Bridge Kitchen Faucet with Side Sprayer in Polished Chrome
Sink: Franke 30" White Farmhouse Sink
Range Hood: Winflo 30" Convertible Stainless Steel Wall Mount Range Hood
Sconce: Mitzi Neko Single Light 12" High Wall Sconce with Clear Shade
Island Pendant: Capital Lighting 5 Light 46" Wide Linear Chandelier

Dining Room
Wall Paint: Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45
Trim Paint: Benjamin Moore Clay Beige OC-11
Table: 42" Litchfield Round Dining Table Light Browm - Threshold
Chairs: Becket Metal X Back Dining Chairs in Black - Threshold
Console Table: Haverhill Wood Console Table Weathered Brown - Threshold (similar style found here)

Living Room
Wall Paint: Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45
Trim Paint: Benjamin Moore Clay Beige OC-11
Cabinet: Minsmere TV Stand - Threshold
Rug: NuLOOM Penelope Braided Wool Area Rug in Off-White
Floor Lamp: Ellis Tripod Floor Lamp Brass - Threshold
End Table: Corinna Angle Leg Side Table Wood - Threshold
Lamp: Fillable Accent with USB Table Lamp Brass - Threshold

Get the Look

1 Cabinets / 2 Wall Paint / 3 Trim Paint / 4 Pulls (similar style found here) / 5 Knobs (similar style found here) / 6 Sconce / 7 Wall Tile (similar style found here) / 8 Range Hood / 9 Island Pendant / 10 Faucet / 11 Sink