Entryway - white, hardwood floors, open, unique, charming ~ by designer Courtney Nye ~ via desire to inspire:

An Extra Rug

It's a little tricky to see what's happening here, but I believe the lower half of the windows have either a cellular shade or window film on them. So you can still see outside but you get privacy too. This idea could work for the kitchen banquette.:

Why I love the color gray!

Sarah Crawford's Home Tour Read more - http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/2013/11/25/sarah-crawfords-home-tour/

Welcoming in the warmth

natural and easy

Wood Touches

Going Modern in the Bathroom