'When we built on the kitchen we made it airy and modern,' says Ms. <PERSON>. After the move, Ms. <PERSON> learned to cook and they had family dinners every night. 'When we lived in the city, my son used to say ``What time is the guy coming with the food?'' He didn't know you could make food in your house until he turned 8,' says Ms. <PERSON>. While the couple are now empty-nesters, the kitchen is still where they spend most of their time.