The Biggest Kitchen Design Mistakes House Beautiful

Last Spring we asked for your kitchen renovation advice, and you had plenty to say! Now three professionals are sharing their views on the do's and don'ts of kitchen design with House Beautiful. Here's what they say:

The Do's and Don'ts of Kitchen Design

Do: Bring cabinets all the way up to the ceiling.
Don't: Have cabinets that fall short of the ceiling.
Why? "[Short] cabinets collect dust and un-needed accessories," says designer Joan Schindler.

Do: Use cabinetry to conceal some appliances.
Don't: Go overboard with stainless-steel appliances.
Why? "Splashes of stainless all over the place make any kitchen look and feel choppy and small," says kitchen designer Matthew Quinn.

Do: Leave some space to breathe.
Don't: Go overboard with storage and fill the walls with cabinets.
Why? "There's rarely a need to completely fill a room with cabinets. A good layout is a balancing act between storage, function, and aesthetics," says designer Robert Bakes.

Do: Invest in strong and good-looking cabinets.
Don't: Skimp on poor-quality.
Why? ""Think about it -- you're opening and closing those doors and drawers all the time. Get something strong and good-looking. Hardwoods, a good finish, and strong hinges are essential," says kitchen designer Beverly Ellsley.

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