O'Bannon House Design

Ahh, the kitchen. Trends come and go, don’t they? Back in the day, dining rooms were designed with a door centered on each wall. Sure, it looked nice and symmetrical, but it also meant the table ended up right in the middle of the traffic path. Every time you walked in, you had to walk around it.
So, I shifted the table to one side and turned the opposite wall into a coffee bar/food bar. Much more practical. We also took out an island-type bar that jutted into the walkway—it only made things more awkward. Now, the space feels open, useful, and comfortable. Honestly, I think it’s the best way to make a small kitchen/dining room work. Our guests have never complained. Not once. :)