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I've Only Got Room for One, so Is a Dining Table or Kitchen Island More Useful? I Asked Experts to Find Out

Torn between a dedicated dining area and a stylish kitchen island with ample prep space? I asked designers for their opinions on the smartest option

Livingetc · Dec 22, 2025

Gloss or Matte? How to Choose the Right Countertop Finish Before Remodeling So You're Not Stuck With Surfaces You Regret

Should I choose matte or glossy countertops? Our kitchen experts settle the debate between the two…and reveal how to choose the right finish every time

Livingetc · Sep 14, 2025

Demi Moore’s unpainted cabinets made me realize painted kitchens might be a mistake – her natural look changed how I think about design

Forget endless shades of white and gray – unpainted cabinets are redefining modern kitchens, starting with Demi Moore’s sleek space

Homes & Gardens · Aug 28, 2025

Are Islands Ruining Kitchens? We Asked Designers If This Once-Favorable Feature Has Lost Its Appeal

Islands have been a mainstay of kitchen design for decades, but have we moved on from this traditional layout? Here's what the experts have to say

Livingetc · Jun 3, 2025

Suddenly, Everyone's Choosing Square Islands — Here's Why They Work So Well, Even in Small Kitchens

We're always on the lookout for interesting spins on classic designs, and these square kitchen islands do just that.

Livingetc · Feb 17, 2025

What's the best material for kitchen cabinets? Kitchen experts share the pros and cons to help you get it right

From solid wood and MDF to reclaimed or clever look-a-like options, we explain the pros and cons of the most common materials

Ideal Home · Sep 15, 2024

Vanessa Hudgens' dining table is a celebration of craftsmanship – designed to last for generations

Her handcrafted dining table embraces the organic modern movement, built to last (and impress) for seasons ahead

Homes & Gardens · Jan 30, 2024

Should your living room and kitchen style match? Designers weigh in on whether cohesive or contrasting is best

These are the two most used rooms in our homes, how they work together matters...

Homes & Gardens · Aug 8, 2023

Kitchen Floor Tile Ideas — 14 Styles, Layouts, and Techniques to Add Flair to Your Space

These designer-approved tile ideas will bring color, pattern, and texture to your kitchen floors

Livingetc · Jan 19, 2022

11 Ways to Make Islands Work in Small Kitchens — So They Both Function Brilliantly and Look Amazing

Think you can't squeeze in an island? Let these beautiful and innovative small kitchen island ideas prove you wrong...

Livingetc · Nov 22, 2021