Food nurtures the mind, body and soul. e Kitchen is by many considered to be the heart of the home, a place of bonding experiences. e dining room serves the continuation of this experience. Although di erent cul- tures have di erent ways of interacting with these spac- es, generally the kitchen and the dining room should be designed to be welcoming and conducive for people to come together. ese are rooms in which you can make a real statement, whether about your cooking skills or your personal tastes.