The Latest Breaking News from Naked Kitchens

5 Outdated Kitchen Backsplash Trends to Leave Behind, According to Designers

Plus, the timeless alternatives that bring lasting character to your space

Homes & Gardens · Aug 31

3 Color Combinations Designers Tell Me They Always Avoid in a Kitchen

The right color combination can bring your kitchen to life. The wrong combo, however, can have the adverse effect: these are the pairings the experts avoid, no matter what

Livingetc · Aug 26

The ‘Peek-a-Boo’ Paint Theory Is the Low-Commitment Trick Making Bold Color Feel Surprisingly Easy

The playful paint trend proves that clashing colors can actually work beautifully together

Homes & Gardens · Aug 16

8 Ways Kitchen Designers Avoid Tricky Corner Cabinets in Their Design — And How They Make Up for Lost Storage

Discover the clever kitchen layouts and storage solutions the experts use to avoid the dreaded corner cabinet

Livingetc · Jun 22

Can I Mix Handles and Handleless Cabinets in a Kitchen? Designers Debate and Give Their Verdict

You don't have to stick rigidly to kitchens with handles or totally handleless designs. Here's why the experts do both, and why you should too

Livingetc · May 22

5 Kitchen Cabinet Trends Interior Designers Are Choosing for 2026 — Put These On Your Radar Now

From dark wood to skinny Shaker frames, the experts are going eclectic this year

Livingetc · Mar 16

We're extending a period home – here’s how we're avoiding the ‘white box’ trap to expand our space but make it feel feel like it's been there forever

The never-ending renovation and build project

Ideal Home · Feb 27

Sorry to Sage Green Kitchens, but This 'Soulful' Matcha Green Is the Color Interior Designers Are Picking for Cabinets Right Now

Bring this fresh color into your kitchen for a scheme that feels modern and bright, yet still timeless

Livingetc · Jan 28

The Science of Kitchen Drawer Planning — How Many Do You Really Need and Where Do These Handy Storage Spots Need to Go?

There is so much more to kitchen drawer planning than aesthetics — everything from how many to include to their size and location needs to be carefully considered, as the experts we spoke to explained

Livingetc · Dec 1, 2025

9 Kitchen Layout Myths Designers Say You Can (Sometimes) Actually Ignore

Is it time to break some rules when it comes to the perfect kitchen layout? The experts are saying yes…

Livingetc · Nov 13, 2025