If you still want a place for big dinners and entertaining, have a larger dining table. But, for more casual dining, put in a booth or small circular table. This way, you still have a dining area, ...

You could use a full-length mirror on one wall to magnify the visual of a large room (this Latitude Run Tyro Mirror from Wayfair is a glam choice) or use a mirrored feature wall to create it. Make the ...