High Protein Fat Burning Diet

High Protein Fat Burning Diet

If you want to indulge during the dog days of summer, or the winter holidays, that's okay. But you're going to have to work your ass off to shed that extra weight. We've got a four-week meal plan to lose weight.

You can get back on track and strip away those extra pounds with this easy-to-follow meal plan to lose weight. And if you're trying not to fall off the bandwagon, heed to the meal plan to stave off unwanted weight.

With an effective combo of high-fiber and protein, this 4-week plan will help you lose fat, boost your metabolism, and set you up to build muscle—without all the annoying hunger and cravings that tend to accompany a calorie cutback.

The Get-lean Grocery Shopping List

Make sure your spice cabinet is stocked and go to the grocery store to get the following items:

• Plain Greek yogurt
• Fresh/frozen berries
• Other fresh fruit (bananas, grapefruit, apple etc)
• High-fiber high-protein breakfast cereal
• High-fiber/high-protein frozen waffles
• Natural peanut butter
• Eggs
• Low-fat/fat-free milk
• High-fiber/high-protein whole-grain bread
• High-fiber/high-protein whole-grain tortillas
• Large chicken breast
• Lean skirt steak
• Lean deli meat (turkey, roast beef)
• Ground lean turkey breast
• Canned tuna/salmon
• Fresh/frozen fish (salmon, tilapia etc.)
• Canned beans (black, lentil, pinto etc)
• Fresh/frozen vegetables
• Butternut squash
• Baked/sweet potato
• Avocado
• Low-fat cheese (sliced and shredded)

The 4-week meal plan to lose weight

Day 1 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Triple berry medley smoothie

• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup raspberries
• ½ cup strawberries
• ½ banana
• ½ cup high-fiber cereal
• ½ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup 1% or skim milk
• 1 scoop whey protein powder
• ½ cup ice cubes

Blend until smooth.

Lunch: Tropical chicken salad

• 1 large cooked chicken breast, shredded
• ¼ cup low fat cottage cheese
• 1/3 cup pineapple, 1/3rd cup mango
• 2 Tbsp chopped water chestnuts
• 2 cups spinach
• 1-ounce almonds
• A few slices of avocado

Serve with high-fiber whole-wheat crackers.

Dinner: Shrimp stir-fry

• ½ lb cooked shrimp
• ½ bag mixed frozen stir-fry vegetables
• 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce and salt and pepper to taste

Toss all ingredients together in wok. Serve over ½ cup cooked brown rice.

Day 2 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Spinach, onion, and feta cheese scramble on whole-wheat English muffin

• 2 eggs + 2 eggs whites
• 2 Tbsp low fat feta cheese
• ¼ cup Vidalia onion, chopped
• ¼ cup fresh or frozen spinach
• 1 high-fiber whole-wheat English muffin
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Lunch: Tuna fish roll up with Minestrone soup

• 1 cup Minestrone soup
• 1 can of tuna (canned in water)
• 2 Tbsp low fat mayo
• 1 tsp whole-grain mayonnaise
• Sliced tomato and lettuce
• 1 whole-wheat high-fiber wrap

Dinner: Garlic chicken

• 1 large chicken breast
• ¼ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1/8-cup skim milk
• ¼ garlic clove
• 1 tsp Tabasco and lemon juice

Combine all ingredients in plastic bag. Toss chicken in bag and coat. Bake at 350 degrees for ~20 minutes. Serve with: ½ cup whole-wheat couscous and 1 cup zucchini/summer squash medley.

Day 3 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Peanut butter & banana sandwich

• 2 slices whole-wheat bread (with at least 4g fiber per slice)
• 2 tbsp. peanut butter
• 1 sliced banana
• 1 tsp drizzle honey
• Toast whole-wheat bread

Spread peanut butter and top with bananas, drizzle with honey and enjoy.

Lunch: Chicken pizza with roasted veggies

• 1 large chicken breast
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• ¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup chopped vegetables (broccoli, mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini)
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper
• Non-stick cooking spray

Spray baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken breast and vegetables on sheet, and season with salt and pepper. Spray vegetables with non-stick cooking spray, then spoon tomato sauce on top of chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 min or until chicken is cooked through. When 5 minutes left, top chicken with cheese and let melt until finished cooking

Dinner: Crunchy baked tilapia

• 6 ounces tilapia topped with 3 tsp Kellogg's high-fiber bran cereal, baked
• 1 cup sautéed high-fiber vegetables (asparagus, broccoli, carrots)
• 1 small baked sweet potato

Day 4 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Strawberry oatmeal

• 3/4 cup cooked oats
• 1 scoop strawberry protein powder (or other flavored powder)
• 1 cup of sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup of banana

Lunch: Chicken and red onion quesadillas with side salad

• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3-cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4-cup low-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 large boneless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 high-fiber whole-wheat tortillas

Combine onions and vinegar in bowl and marinate for 5 minutes. Drain the onions and set aside. Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray, and heat over medium heat. Add onions, and cook until onions have softened, about 5-7 min. Transfer to bowl and set aside. Place tortillas in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat (they will overlap). Warm for about 45 seconds on each side.

Sprinkle cheese on each tortilla. Cover cheese with the shredded cooked chicken and top the chicken with the marinated onions. Fold the tortillas in half, press gently with a spatula to flatten, and cook for about 2 minutes, until the cheese begins to melt. Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the second side is golden brown. Serve with side mixed green salad and 1 tbsp. light dressing

Dinner: Spicy chicken sausage and whole-wheat penne

1 low-fat chicken sausage
1 cup chopped mushrooms and red pepper
½ cup whole-wheat penne
¼ cup tomato sauce
1 tsp. red pepper chili flakes

Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray and sauté pre-cooked low fat chicken sausage, mushrooms, and red-bell pepper in pan. Toss over cooked pasta and tomato sauce. Service with side mixed green salad and 1 tbsp. light dressing.

Day 5 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Berry parfait

• 1/2 cup low fat Plain Greek Yogurt + ¼ cup low fat Vanilla Greek Yogurt
• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup cherries
• ½ cup blackberries
• ¾ cup high-fiber cereal (suggested: Go Lean Vanilla Almond Crunch)

Lunch: Greek bowl

• 4-6 ounces cooked lamb, cut into cubes
• 1 tsp olive oil
• ½ tsp chopped fresh garlic
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ red pepper, diced
• ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 Tbsp low fat feta cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 whole-wheat high-fiber pita

Combine all ingredients in bowl. Serve with whole-wheat pitas and Tzatziki sauce. Tzatziki sauce: ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ cucumber diced, lemon juice, minced parsley and dill, salt and pepper to taste

Dinner: Salmon with mixed vegetable quinoa

• 6 oz baked salmon, seasoned with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup cooked quinoa with 1-cup sautéed mixed vegetables

Day 6 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Oatmeal blueberry pancakes (serves 6)

• 2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats
• 6 egg whites, beaten
• 1 cup skim milk
• 2 tsp oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup blueberries
• Non-stick cooking spray

Blend all ingredients (except blueberries) in blender until fairly smooth (normal pancake mix consistency). Then gently fold blueberries into mixture. Heat skillet to medium heat, then coat with nonstick cooking spray. Pour ½ cup batter onto the skillet to form each pancake. Cook, flipping once so that each side is a golden-brown color.

Lunch: Turkey chili rice bowl

• Non-stick cooking spray
• ½ cup lean ground turkey breast
• ¼ cup chopped onion
• ½ cup canned red kidney beans, drained
• ¼ cup chopped red tomato
• ½ cup water
• ¼ cup chopped green pepper
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ¼ cup brown rice
• Low-fat grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Cook rice as instructed, set aside. Spray small saucepan with non-stick cooking spray, and add ground turkey, onion and cook until turkey is brown. Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until chili is thick. Add rice and serve with low fat grated cheddar cheese if desired.

Dinner: Steak and potatoes

• 5 oz seasoned cooked skirt steak
• 1 small baked potato with 2 tbsp. non-fat sour cream and chives
• 1 cup steamed broccoli

Day 7 Diet Plan

Breakfast: Breakfast burrito

• 2 eggs + 2 egg whites
• 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed
• 2 Tbsp chopped red onion
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded, minced
• 2 Tbsp low fat shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Non-stick cooking spray
• 1 high-fiber whole-wheat tortilla

Combine, onion, jalapeño, and hot sauce in bowl. Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Cooks eggs and season with salt and pepper. Stir in black beans and cheese. Remove from heat and fill tortilla with egg mixture. Top with onion, jalapeño, and hot sauce mixture and roll into a burrito. Serve with salsa on side.

Lunch: Salad bar

• Mixed greens
• Mushrooms, tomato, broccoli, artichoke, beets, hearts of palm, asparagus, cabbage
• ¼ cup butternut squash
• 1 oz almonds
• 1 serving grilled chicken

Toss together with 2 tbsp. lite balsamic vinaigrette and serve with a few whole-wheat high-fiber crackers.

Dinner: Chicken tenders with tangy mustard dipping sauce

• ½ lb chicken tenders
• ½ tsp paprika
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• ¼ cup high-fiber Kellogg's bran buds

Sauce:

• ½ cup orange juice
• 3 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup water

Preheat oven to your broil setting (around 400-450 degrees). In a shallow dish, mix together the paprika, salt, pepper, and almonds.Coat each chicken breast fillet with almond mixture and place onto a Pyrex dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.

Place chicken in oven for about 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through to brown on both sides. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange, juice, mustard, honey, and water until sauce is smooth.

Substitutions for Week 2, 3, 4

The following recipes are substitutions you can make at any time to Week 1's Meal Plan to keep each meal as exciting as the last.

Breakfast substitutions:

Easy eggs and waffles

• Spray microwave safe bowl with non-stick cooking spray
• Scramble 1 egg+ 2 egg whites, 1 tbsp. milk, and a little salt and pepper in bowl
• Pop in microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds
• Serve with 2 toasted high-fiber high-protein frozen waffles topped with 1 cup berries

High-protein and fiber cold cereal

• Mix ½ cup low fat milk with 1 scoop of whey protein powder well, until smooth
• Add ¾ cup high-fiber cereal
• Add 1-cup berries of your choice

Open-faced California omelet

• Scramble 2 eggs + 2 eggs whites, ¼ cup chopped tomatoes, 1 tbsp. low fat cheese
• Serve over 1 slice of toasted whole wheat high-fiber bread
• Top with sliced avocado
• ½ grapefruit on side

Lunch substitutions:

Salad and pizza

• 1 slice thin-crusted whole-wheat veggie pizza with grilled chicken
• Large mixed green salad with 2 tbsp. walnuts on side with 1-2 tbsp. light dressing

Salmon "burger"

• 1 can salmon (in water) mixed with 2 tbsp. low-fat mayo, 2 tbsp. chopped onion, salt and pepper
• Top with lettuce, tomato
• Serve on whole grain bun
• 1/3 cup 3-bean salad on side
• ½ cup steamed string beans

Roast beef and Swiss on whole-grain bread

• 3 oz lean roast beef
• 1 slice low fat Swiss cheese
• ½ cup grilled green peppers and onions
• 1 tbsp. low-fat creamy Italian dressing
• 2 slices whole-grain bread (with at least 4g fiber per slice)
• Serve with crudité (raw carrots, celery, broccoli) and 2 tbsp. fat free ranch dressing

Dinner substitutions:

Chicken tacos

• 1 large chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 2 tbsp. low fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• ½ cup chopped tomatoes
• ½ cup black beans
• 2 Tbsp salsa
• 2 high-fiber tortillas
• Serve with side salad

Salmon kabobs

• Chop 6 oz raw salmon in chunks
• Chop ½ red pepper and ½ red onion
• Arrange salmon, red pepper, and red onion on wet skewer
• Brush with 1 Tbsp olive oil and salt and pepper
• Grill until salmon cooked through and veggies soft
• Serve with ½ cup quinoa and ½ cup mixed vegetables on side

Turkey dinner

• 6 oz herb roasted turkey
• 1 cup sautéed broccoli and mushrooms
• ½ cup cubed sweet potatoes

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Portneuf Counter Height Dining Table

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1 A 19th-Century English Extending Oak Dining Table

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Made circa 1820, this "very unusual antique dining table" is made of oak covered with medullary rays. It's unique since mahogany was in fashion during the Regency period, and "the use of oak for construction of high fashion furniture was not common at the time." It also splits into two separate console tables.

2 A 1970s Burr and Chrome Paul Evans Cityscape Extendable Dining Table

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Designed by Paul Evans, this burr and chrome table can seat up to 14 people and was part of the designer's Cityscape Collection, a series that ran from 1971 to 1981.

3 A Late 18th-Century Directoire Extendable Mahogany, Brass, and Gilt Bronze Table

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This mahogany table from the Directory period can seat between 8 and 18 and can be extended up to 230 inches.

4 "Half Moon," a Marble and Brass or Gold-Plated Dining Table Designed by Lara Bohinc

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Slovenian-born designer Lara Bohinc offers "Half Moon," a dining table featuring marbles including black and gold, Verde Guatemala, Picasso, Calacatta, Red Wine, and Monclair, all framed by solid brushed brass or 22-carat gold-plated steel rims. It requires more than 100 hours of work and production takes 15 to 16 weeks.

5 A Walnut Concave Dining Table

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Dunleavy Bespoke designed this option in American black walnut, which is hand-sculpted into an elliptical concave form. Production takes 10 to 11 weeks.

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Installing A Swinging Butler Door

By Robert Robillard on How To, Remodeling

Swinging Hinge Door

On this project I was tasked with installing a swinging butler door.   We had to change out a 6-panel solid wood swinging "Butlers Door" with a 15-lite [15 panes of glass] door.

A "Butler Hinge" is also called a "Swinging Door Hinge," and a "Double Acting Floor Hinge."

It is a floor mounted hinge with spring tension that allows a door to swing in or out of a room and return to the closed position when let go.

The door, shown above and below, separates the kitchen from the formal dining room.

Sandra Stout from Creative Design solutions [978-505-7447] worked with the homeowner on this project.

The desired goal was to install a clear glass door to allow more light to pass between rooms and create a "larger room effect."

The doors existing hardware has a mortised, double acting spring pivot "Butlers" hinge and was in great condition and of good quality. We decided to reuse it – shown below with a brass decorative cover plate.

The Butler hinges that my lumber yard carry look a similar but had a different pivot point than this door had.

Below is a picture of newer hardware. In my opinion the older hinge feels way more beefy and looks of better quality than the newer sold models. The only exception to what I feel may be less quality was comparing the top pivot plate. The newer version top pivot plate seems beefier. [see below pictures]

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How to Calculate the Best Table Size for Your Dining Room

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Congratulations on your decision to get a new dining room table. Choosing a new style of table can change the whole vibe in your dining area. It's important to choose a table that fits the size of your room so there's room for everyone to walk around. Taking the time to measure the size of your dining room and comparing your open floor space to standard table sizes can help you choose a piece of furniture that's a good fit for your home.

Determine the Size of Your Dining Area

Hook the end of a tape measure to something solid against the wall, like the door trim, or have a helper hold the end against the wall. Measure all the way across the room to the opposite wall. Make a note of this size, and then repeat the measuring process on the other two walls in the room. Multiply the two numbers together to determine the size of the room in square feet. If you're choosing a dining table for a room in a house with an open floor plan, measure to the edge of the area where you want the dining area to end.

Draw the Room

Sketch the room on a sheet of grid paper or enter the dimensions in a 3D room layout planning tool. While a larger open space around the table gives a room a casual, airy feeling, allow a minimum of three feet around the perimeter of the room for walking space. The remaining space in the center of the room is the maximum to allow for a dining table. It's easier to fit a small table into a large room than it is to crowd an oversized table into a tiny room. If you have extra floor space available after placing your dining table, you can adjust the way it's positioned in the room to enhance the flow of foot traffic and increase visual appeal.

Consider Decor Elements Around the Room's Outer Edge

Some pieces of furniture are big enough they're hard to move, making them almost a permanent part of your floor plan. If there are other large furnishings around the outer edge of the room, such as a hutch or curio cabinet, be sure to include the dimensions of those items in your sketch and in your calculations.

The Role of Table Top Shapes in Choosing Table Size

This is a tip you may see at play if you look closely at tabletops for restaurants. This is because restaurant tables are often packed in snugly to provide seating for as many patrons as possible. When space is at a premium — for example if you have a small dining area and can't arrange it to leave floor space around the table — consider a round or oval table. The rounded edges of the tabletop can allow for foot traffic.

Consider a Table That Has a Leaf

Choosing a table that has a leaf is one easy way to accommodate an occasional large group while enjoying the coziness of a small table. Just add the leaf when guests are coming over and remove it when there's a smaller group present. Floor space may be tied up with the leaf is installed, but it's also freed up when you restore the table to its smaller leaf-free size.

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The Best Dining Chair Sets at Any Price Point

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Ready to refresh your dining room's decor? Updating your space by adding a new set of dining chairs is an easy way to reinvigorate the look of the room and help your family and guests stay more comfortable in the process.

Dining room chairs are the type of furniture that you'll use every day for years to come, so it's important to find the right ones for your needs. Not only that, but dining chairs tend to set the mood and tone of your entire dining room. When finding the best set of chairs for your space, take into consideration things like its overall style, the material it's made from, its cost and its size to be sure it'll fit into your space. Finding a set that blends all these elements ensures you'll have chairs that are ideal for your lifestyle, your wallet and your decorating sensibilities.

Now, check out this selection of chairs that prove an upgrade doesn't necessarily have to cost a fortune. We've got a variety of dining room chairs at every price point, from amazing budget finds to high-end chairs that will last you for years — and look great doing it.

Under $150: HomePop Parsons Geometric Dining Set or Burris Black Chairs

Who says a great set of dining chairs has to break the bank? Not us. If you're looking for new chairs to outfit a traditional dining room, check out these HomePop Parsons Geometric Dining Chairs. They're upholstered for added comfort, and their fabric options come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. That makes it easy to find the perfect match for your space.

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If you're going for more of a traditional or minimalist look — maybe you don't prefer the solid backs of the Parsons chairs — then a pair of these Burris Black Dining Chairs offers a great way to go. Crafted from sturdy rubberwood with a glossy black finish, these sculptural, Windsor-style dining chairs go well with a variety of styles. Whether your style is more classic or mid-century modern, they add a beautiful accent that doesn't look out of place.

Under $200: Coavas Cushion Seats or Crown Ivory Linen Dining Chairs

If we may say so, a full set of four dining room chairs for less than $200 is a pretty amazing deal. And you can save big when you check out these Coavas Cushion Seats. This set of sturdy padded chairs boasts wear-proof linen upholstery and metal legs with anti-scratch pads to protect your floor. Plus, they're undeniably mid-century modern in style, so they're ideal if you're looking to explore this decorating trend.

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If you only need a pair of chairs, then these Crown Ivory Linen Dining Chairs are also available at a great value. They're made with a sturdy metal frame and designed with classy tufted linen upholstery that creates an undeniably sumptuous look. They're available in several different colors, including a variety of neutral tones that make them easy to match with your existing decor.

Under $250: Bella Beige Upholstered Dining Chairs or Transparent Stacking Seats

Prefer that your dining chairs make a statement? Add a substantial dose of elegance to your table with a pair of Bella Beige Upholstered Dining Chairs. These beautiful sloped armchairs are made from a solid pine wood base with fabric upholstery, complete with round tacks for added visual interest and a bit of rustic flair. The seats are also constructed with foam for maximum comfort, and the legs feature floor glides to prevent scratching.

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If you're looking for something a little more casual — and highly show-stopping — then these Transparent Stacking Seats are great backup chairs to have on hand for guests. Made from heavy-duty plastic, you can stack them for easy storage when they're not in use or use them in virtually any other room in the house. They're a nice lightweight option that couldn't be easier to clean.

Under $300: Keyhole Back Chairs or Laurelhurst Dining Armchairs

Give your dining room a touch of artistic flair with these modern, geometric Keyhole Back Dining Chairs. Available in a variety of colors, they're made from solid rubberwood frames topped with your choice of linen or faux leather upholstery. The uniquely designed padded backs make them both comfortable and an interesting focal point.

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If you'd rather go with a touch of classic Americana, take a look at the Laurelhurst Dining Armchair. This gorgeous solid red oak armchair brings an updated look to a traditional aesthetic thanks to the gently curved backs. Those curved backs also provide added comfort and support, making these chairs a beautiful addition to any traditionally decorated dining space.

Under $500: Canary Gold and White Velvet Dining Chairs or Margarite Seats

Want to go all-out opulent? Then feast your eyes on the luxurious Canary Gold and White Velvet Dining Chair. Made from gold-toned metal bases with curved backrests, this chair set is a great way to glam up your dining room. The chairs also boast velvet seats that are available in different colors, so they're sure to add some pizzazz to your dining space.

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If you're aiming for a mid-century modern look that's been updated with some 21st-century sensibilities, this pair of Margarite Chairs is also a great choice. Featuring a low backrest, foam seat cushions and tapered metal legs, they're offered in a variety of colors to match your style. Weighing in at just 14 pounds, they're also as easy to move as they are stylish.

Over $500: Tolivere Green Velvet Dining Chairs or Brigham Seats

If you're in the mood to pull out all the stops, then it doesn't get any classier than the Tolivere Green Velvet Dining Chair. This Art Deco-style piece features tufted velvet upholstery on a sturdy steel frame. It's an easy way to instantly add a dash of timeless swag to your dining room. Despite its definite 1930s style, this chair also harmonizes well with furniture from a variety of other time periods.

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Want to get not only a full set of dining chairs but a table as well? If so, then the Brigham Dining Set has you covered. You'll get four vintage-style chairs with faux leather bucket seats and a charming walnut table to match. This is a great choice for transforming your whole dining room without having to worry about mixing and matching pieces.

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Kitchen Island Dining Table Ideas

Kitchen Island Dining Table Ideas

Planning a kitchen makeover? Just feel like updating with a small touch here and there? Doesn't matter, an extra prepping surface can go a long way in enhancing your cooking space's functionality. But that brings us to one of the ultimate questions in modern-day kitchens: should I opt for a kitchen island / breakfast bar a kitchen table?

Of course we all know that the kitchens of the 21st century are not only for cooking; they have become multi-functional spaces. Also known as "the heart of the home", the kitchen has also transformed into the place where we work and socialise. And seeing as the formal dining room is slowly becoming a thing of the past, modern kitchens are fast stepping in as a dining-spot replacement. These facts, too, make the question of choosing between a kitchen island or table more pressing, but they don't provide a clear answer to said question!

Don't worry – we've done the homework and are more than happy to share the results of comparing a kitchen table with an island (and your average breakfast bar). But like always, we are not explicitly telling you what to, but merely providing you with the facts so you can make an informed decision on your own.

After all, no two lifestyles (or kitchens) are the same!

1. The all-purpose kitchen island

Let's be honest and declare that one of the very first elements we see upon walking into a kitchen is the kitchen island/table – if there is one, of course. Even more so if someone is already seated at the island or, better, if a spread of delicious food is laid out on the surface.

Another great advantage of the kitchen island is that, thanks to it being higher than your average kitchen table, you can either sit or stand at it – completely up to you! This is especially comfortable when socialising in the kitchen over a plate of appetisers and some tea (or wine) before moving on to the more formal dining room. That said, the kitchen island can serve as a casual stepping stone between meeting-and-greeting the guests at the front door and kicking off the main event, like a dinner party in the dining room or birthday celebration out on the patio.

More benefits of the kitchen island:

• Plenty of storage – an island allows for at least two more cabinets, two drawers, and maybe even some display shelving for a few cookbooks and other collectibles.

• Its size can vary according to the available space.

• A kitchen island doubles up perfectly as a breakfast bar (becoming a breakfast bar island, if you will), ensuring a comfy dining space once the worktop overhangs the units and provides space for some stools.

• An island is great for displaying and storing a few kitchen accessories.

• Kitchen islands can be used for a multitude of different activities, from food prepping and baking to a comfy homework zone for the kiddies.

• A lot of homeowners are moving the stove top to the island and treating themselves to a second cooking station, enabling them to prepare meals together and, thus, enjoy more quality time with family and friends.

The only disadvantage of the kitchen island is that it doesn't always fit into a galley (long) kitchen; however, it's perfect for your more typical L-shape and U-shape spaces.

2. Your typical breakfast bar

So, what are some of the advantages of breakfast bars?

• They provide additional work surface in the form of a practical island table.

• It's always the ideal space for informal dining and grabbing a quick bite, and can usually serve up to three or four people at a time.

• Both a kitchen island and breakfast bar can serve as the perfect room divider between the working zone and the dining area of the kitchen.

• Depending on your available space and the depth of the unit, a breakfast bar can also provide cupboards for storage under the breakfast bar at the kitchen side.

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3. The kitchen table

We all grew up with a kitchen table that served as the space where we occasionally did our homework, had a chat with mom or a friend, or just sat down to have a meal with the family. Having said that, a kitchen table provides what no modern breakfast bar or kitchen island can: a sentimental feeling and loads of memories!

Advantages of a kitchen table:

• Having a table in the kitchen cancels out the need to have a separate dining room.

• Due to its spacious underside, a kitchen table creates the illusion of a more expansive floor plan, allowing natural light to shine through underneath it.

• When additional space is not an option, the kitchen table is a more conducive option for smaller kitchens. Your typical island requires a minimum legroom of 90cm all the way around for walking and opening appliance doors, which may not always be feasible for smaller homes.

• A kitchen table's surface doubles up perfectly for food prepping and baking.

• Sitting around a table helps the flow of conversation, especially when no TV is present.

• Modern kitchen tables can be extended with an extra leaf for visitors.

4. What about an island and a table?

Of course it's not uncommon to discover a kitchen that flaunts both an island for food prepping and cooking and a table for dining. What's become even more fashionable is having two kitchen islands, where one serves as a cooking- and prepping zone, and the other for socialising or doing homework.

5. In the end, which is best?

Open Plan Kitchen and Dining Room

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Interestingly, a study by the Cornell University discovered that families who dine together at a table in the kitchen or dining room usually have lower BMIs (Body Mass Indexes). In addition, dining at a kitchen table creates quiet time with the family, ensures a more relaxing atmosphere, and fosters family interaction.

The verdict? Even though kitchen islands, tables and breakfast bars all have their own advantages (some of which overlap with one another), they all ensure the most important benefit: enabling family and friends to sit and eat together as a group. And anything that supports social interactions in a home is usually associated with better health and enables stronger family bonds.

So, you choose which is right for your household: a kitchen table or island!

Bonus design tips for your next kitchen island: Focus on the proportions

• For practicality and convenience, your island's height should be between 920 and 940 mm.

• The ideal island width is no less than 900 mm, while the perfect length would be about 1,200 mm.

• Whether you choose a breakfast bar or an island, that benchtop should be between 20 and 80 mm thick (depending on your budget and design style).

• Should you want to add bar stools to your island (and who wouldn't?), an additional 300 mm of under-bench space is needed.

Bonus design tips for your next kitchen island: Mix some materials

You don't want your kitchen island to be nothing more than a big lump in the room. Luckily, blending different materials can help break down the scale of your island, plus gift it with some visual detail/character (like combining stainless steel with wood).

Just make sure you keep a nice balance (too many materials and details will just look too busy) and that your chosen materials and colours complement the ones already present in your kitchen (and the adjoining rooms).

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The New Neutrals: Paint Color Trends for 2014

The paint colors you'll be seeing everywhere this year.

Color trends aren't just for the runway—Benjamin Moore's creative and color team dug into the most popular looks in fashion, textiles, and the arts to find the serene and calming palette of colors that they predict will be gracing homes across the country this year.

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Entryway

The walls and wainscotting of this entryway are painted Benjamin Moore's Castleton Mist, while the chairs are coated in Coral Essence.

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Reading Corner

This cozy reading nook is painted in Benjamin Moore's Sparrow, a mossy neutral.

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Kitchen

Benjamin Moore's Flint, a dark charcoal, can mask stains in the kitchen.

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Bedroom

Benjamin Moore's Van Alen Green creates a calming oasis in the bedroom.

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Home Office

Lavender Mist by Benjamin Moore offers a pop of color without being overwhelming.

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Guest Bathroom

The walls are painted in Benjamin Moore's Palladian Blue, while the bath is coated in the 2014 Color of the Year, Breath of Fresh Air, a pastel blue.

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Bathroom

Here, Benjamin Moore's A Breath of Fresh Air appears on the walls of a bathroom.

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Living Room

The walls of this living room received a cheery coat of Fruit Shake by Benjamin Moore. The trim is done in White Dove.

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Dining Room

Wickham Gray by Benjamin Moore is a calming and subtle shade—perfect for a dining room.

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Front Door

Give your front door a makeover! This one received a coating of high gloss A Breath of Fresh Air.

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Breakfast Nook

The walls of this room are painted in Benjamin Moore's Clay Beige, while the cabinets and stairs are done in White Dove.

Lauren Matthews Group Digital Content Director Lauren, Good Housekeeping's digital director, has over 15 years of experience writing and editing beauty, lifestyle, home, health, and entertaining content for publications including Country Living, Woman's Day, Brides, and First for Women.

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Popular Dining Room Colors 2014

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