The kitchen is heart and soul of the house. It is the place for much more than just preparation of meals. It is a gathering spot for the entire family. In modern homes with an open plan living, the kitchen brings families together. Add a breakfast counter and there is bound to be no shortage of activity before and after work each day. It makes sense then to give the kitchen a bit of extra attention. This needs to happen both in terms of aesthetics and ergonomics. But in contemporary urban homes where space is limited, a large kitchen often forces you to compromise on other rooms. We intend to get around this conundrum using vertical space and the mezzanine level!Small mezzanine with a single-wall kitchen below for the elegant Scandinavian home [From: Whiting Architects]Kitchens under the mezzanine come with a wide range of advantages that are both spatial and visual. The space above the kitchen that is otherwise wasted can now be used as an additional bedroom. It can also be turned into a home library, guest space, playroom or just a home office that allows you to keep an eye on kids as they spend time below. Mezzanines above the kitchen are obviously possible only with adequate vertical room. Here is a look at the best kitchens under a mezzanine ?Kitchens for the Contemporary HomeEven in the contemporary home, there is ample roof for the kitchen under the mezzanine. It is all about creating a kitchen with a low ceiling and still preserving the sense of spaciousness by inte...