The young clients wanted to update their boring, cookie-cutter tract home kitchen and living room to better suit their active, entertaining lifestyle. For the kitchen, a new island was added for seating and work space. Existing cabinets were redone to match the island. Stainless steel, granite, and venetian plaster finishes gave the space a contemporary edge. The living room was transformed into an adult playroom with a custom pool table and fireplace, continuing design elements and finishes from the kitchen to create a cohesive look throughout the lower floor.