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BEFORE: Galley Kitchen

The former galley kitchen was closed off and dark, and lacked a sense of flow. Kirsten added square footage by opening up the walls and added accordion doors to connect the indoors and outdoors.

"The property is a mid-century home, so sticking with the home's original design aesthetic was essential to making the kitchen flow with the rest of the house," she says.

IDEA 1: Connect Indoors and Out With A Window Wall

The result is a bright, airy space that keeps with the mid-century vibe of the home. The extension to the outdoors is perfect for LA's weather and eating al fresco year-round.

"With the new addition of the window wall, the goal was to brighten up the space and embrace the greenery outside the home," says Kirsten.

IDEA 2: Create A Central Gather Space With A Stylish Island

In addition to the wall of windows, Kirsten used a light and neutral color palette and added a functional island that stands as the anchor to the room, where guests can gather while the hosts entertain. "The family loves being able to use the custom peninsula island and the banquet seating area for a more casual dining experience," says Kirsten.

IDEA 3: Hang Creative Lighting

Here's the front of the island, the fluted facade adds a graphic element that complements the tile pattern behind it. Green Mediterranean-style pendants fromHeather Levine Ceramics add a pop of color to the space.

IDEA 4: Take A Seat On An Elegant Banquette

The former galley kitchen didn't offer a space to eat in the kitchen. Now the kitchen features a beautiful custom banquette and seating area, which maximizes the space's functionality.

IDEA 5: Add Gloss And Texture With Earthy Tiles

I am swooning over this Rookwood tile and Designer's Guild fabric combo! Perfection.

IDEA 6: Be Bold With A Backsplash

Graphic patterns, like this Heath Ceramics backsplash tile, keep the space visually interesting while enhancing the color palette.

IDEA 7: Create A Mix Of Open And Closed Shelving

Build-in oak shelves and cabinets add another decorative element that makes this kitchen even more functional.

IDEA 8: Add Personalized Elements

This counterscape with earthy decor items gives the space some soul and personality. "The overall aesthetic is a bright bohemian style with an earthy palette," says Kirsten.

IDEA 9: Build A Hidden Storage Wall

With tons of storage and space, the kitchen is now elevated and updated. The design pays homage to the home's original mid-century aesthetic while keeping it fresh and modern for today. "Creating more space and sticking to the original roots of the home helped tie in the inspiration for the design," says Kirsten.

IDEA 10: Use Porcelain For Floor Tiles

Porcelain tile, like this VogueBay Lavacode tile, is denser and harder than other types of tile, making it more resistant to wear and tear, scratching, staining, and fading. It's a great choice for high-traffic areas like kitchens, especially ones leading to the outdoors. Now take a seat and enjoy!

Zesica Summer Two Piece

This matching set screams Barbie girl summer because of its hot pink hue. It's made from 100% polyester, but is still touted for being ultra-soft and breathable. The material boasts a knit texture that looks perfectly sophisticated, too. The long slitted tank top covers most of the shorts and has a high-coverage crewneck.

The Zesica Summer Two Piece is currently available in 8 more colors and sizes S-XL for $40.

Prettygarden Pullover Set

Okay, so this matching set is not totally matching, but it's still so cute! It comes with a basic sleeveless pullover top with a high-low shape and flowy black pants that have an elastic waistband for added comfort. The material is 100% viscose, so it feels light and smooth. It's a very versatile investment, even if you wear each piece separately.

The Prettygarden Pullover Set is now shoppable in 13 more color options and sizes S-XL for $46.

Fixmatti Long Sleeve Lounge Set

I'm obsessed. This lounge-ready set comes with a button-down long sleeve top and elasticated high-waisted shorts. The collar on the top dresses things up a notch, which can work wonderfully for any vacation activity. The best part about this matching set is it features eyelet detailing throughout for unmatched breathability. The cotton blend makes it even better!

The Fixmatti Long Sleeve Lounge Set is currently available in 15 more colors and sizes S-XL for $39.

Kissonic Button-Down Set

This Amazon matching set looks just like Free People, but doesn't cost nearly as much. It's cut from a textured cotton fabric that's nothing but breathable and loose-fitting. It's an excellent contender for a swimsuit cover-up or post-beach ensemble! Just pick our your go-to sandals, and you're ready to step out.

The Kissonic Button-Down Set comes in lots of colorways and sizes XS-XL for $35.

Zesica Summer 2-Piece

The playful squiggly trim on this two-piece just feels like the right thing to wear for a night out this summer! This set is made out of 95% viscose and 5% linen, so you'll find breathability and comfort instantly. The sleeveless tank crop top has a rounded neckline that's fairly high-coverage. The shorts are the same, boasting a high waist and elastic band that moves with you.

This Zesica Summer 2-Piece set is shoppable in 8 more colors and sizes S-XL for $40.

Automet Linen 2-Piece

This tank + pants combo is so powerful, and you can sport it basically anywhere. The 30% linen, 70% rayon fabric blend is totally is breathable and light, so it makes a great get-up for the beach or a BBQ. The outfit overall has a relaxed, loose fit. The high-waisted pants flaunt a fairly straight leg as opposed to a wide one.

The Automet Linen 2-Piece is now listed in 8 more colors and sizes S-XL for $30.

Prettygarden Cotton 2-Piece

Vest supremacy! It's absolutely the summer of vests, and you can embrace the trend with this Amazon matching set easily. The v-neck vest buttons down and has two discreet front pockets for added flair. The balloon-shaped pants taper slightly at the bottom. They're also pleated at the waist – plus (drumroll, please), pockets!

This Prettygarden Cotton 2-Piece is available in 7 more neutral colors and sizes XS-XXL for $53.

Beaudrm Short Sleeve Contrast Trim Set

Blair Waldorf would 100% approve of this preppy matching set with high-waisted shorts! It boasts some non-stretchy, lightweight fabric and contrasting trim that most definitely turns heads alongside the pearly buttons. The limited, neutral color palette on this two-piece makes matching super easy, no matter the jewelry you're wearing or the purse you're carrying.

The Beaudrm Short Sleeve Contrast Trim Set is currently shoppable in sizes S-XL for $49.

Trendy Queen Lounge Set

This set's for the sporty queens out there. Its ultra-soft material easily qualifies it for lounging or on-the-go. The fold-over waistband on the flare leggings makes them unbelievably comfy and adjustable, too. The longline crop top is meant to sit right above the waist to shape your body perfectly. You'll find that the 85% nylon, 15% spandex material is nice and stretchy if you're getting a workout in or sitting on a plane to your next destination!

The Trendy Queen Lounge Set is shoppable in 9 more colors and sizes XS-XL for $20 (was $30).

Prettygarden 2-Piece Suit Set

This sophisticated suit set can go to the office to happy hour to vacation in an instant. On top, you've got a lined vest with brown buttons and decorative pockets. On the bottom, you'll find high-waisted loose shorts with actual functional pockets. The material is made from 51% polyester, 46% viscose, and 3% elastane, so it's all very breathable.

The Prettygarden 2-Piece Suit Set is now available in 12 more super trendy colors and sizes XS-XXL for $49.

What is the new movie Here about?

Based on the graphic novel by Richard McGuire, Here follows the story of multiple families across time, and explores the places — and homes — they inhabit. "The story travels through generations, capturing the most relatable of human experiences," according to an official synopsis of the movie, which is "a tale of love, loss, laughter and life, all of which happen right Here."

When is Here coming out?

Here comes to movie theaters on November 15, 2024. With so much emphasis on family and home, this is going to be the perfect pre-holiday movie to watch with the people you love the most. Check out the rest of this year's Fall Movies to see what else is coming this year!

Who's in the cast of Here?

Here stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Paul Bettany, Kelly Reilly, and Michelle Dockery.

Where is Here filmed?

Here began filming at the end of 2022 in London, and director Robert Zemeckis revealed the camera stays in exactly the same place throughout the entire movie. “The single perspective never changes, but everything around it does,” he tells Vanity Fair. “It’s actually never been done before."