October 30, 2023
![A dark wood kitchen and dining area received a contemporary remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/modern-kitchen-before-and-after-remodel-renovation-261023-744-01.jpg)
Floisand Studio Architects has shared photos of a kitchen and dining area renovation they completed for a home in Seattle, Washington.
The homeowners, both small business owners in Seattle, worked with Floisand Studio for over a decade designing a number of popular cafes and a salon before asking the architects to help remodel the kitchen and dining space in their compact urban home.
Before – The Kitchen
With no space available to expand the kitchen, the architects had to work within the 221 sqft footprint of the original galley-style kitchen and dining room.
![Before photos - A dark wood kitchen and dining area before receiving a contemporary remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-04.jpg)
![Before photos - A dark wood kitchen and dining area before receiving a contemporary remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-07.jpg)
![Before photos - A dark wood kitchen before receiving a contemporary remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-02.jpg)
![Before photos - A kitchen before receiving a contemporary remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-03.jpg)
After – The Kitchen
The primary goal was to open up the space, create more seating, and improve the flow from the kitchen to the dining area.
![A remodeled kitchen with white cabinets and walnut details that match the dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-01.jpg)
The design team opened up the kitchen to the adjacent dining area to create one cohesive space using a central island and walnut finishes to visually bring the spaces together.
![A remodeled kitchen with white cabinets and walnut details.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-04.jpg)
The neutral white cabinetry complements the rich walnut details found in the dining area.
![](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-02.jpg)
Before – The Dining Area
The dining area was separated from the kitchen by the cabinets, while a floating shelf was positioned below the window, and an opening in the wall had a view of the front door and entryway.
![Before Remodel - The dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-05.jpg)
![Before Remodel - The dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-06.jpg)
![Before Remodel - The dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-01.jpg)
![Before - A floating shelf in a dining area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kitchen-dining-area-before-renovation-261023-753-08.jpg)
After – The Dining Area
The updated dining area includes a custom built-in banquette that provides additional seating and storage. A new walnut screen was added to the wall opening, creating a separation from the entryway and the dining area.
![A modern dining area with custom banquette seating and a walnut screen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-03.jpg)
![A modern dining area with custom banquette seating and a walnut screen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-06.jpg)
![A modern dining area with custom banquette seating and a walnut screen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-07.jpg)
By the window, the kitchen countertop continues and includes additional cabinetry, a drink fridge, and an area for a bar stool.
![A modern dining area with custom banquette seating and a walnut screen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/remodeled-dining-area-and-kitchen-261023-756-05.jpg)