Creative multifamily renovators are removing the separation between the kitchen and the living/dining room in older apartment units to give them a contemporary layout.  In many apartment kitchens, an upper cabinet separates the kitchen from the dining/living room and leaves only a pass-thru.  The removal of this upper cabinet not only unites the room but allows for the creation of an eating bar creating a “cafe kitchen” look.

Upper Cabinet Separation

Cabinet Separation Removed