This family with young children in Concord, wanted to convert their colonial to better fit their needs. We bumped out the kitchen and added an island to increase space for cooking and entertaining. A new deck and breakfast nook improves the flow to the outside. The old living room became a formal dining room. A much-needed mudroom and walk-in pantry were created. We added a front porch with closet space and guest pegs and bench for curb appeal. The old dining room became a first floor office, for working at home.