Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. As the new year begins, you may be thinking about refreshing your ...

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Though watching home renovation shows depicting near-instant transformations is certainly satisfying to a degree, figuring out how to actually design a kitchen yourself is another story. Renovation ...

Mustering up ultrafunctional small kitchen island ideas may seem challenging, but it’s worth the effort. After all, an island is the star of the kitchen, and even with a tiny footprint, these pieces ...

Designing a custom kitchen or renovating an existing one to suit your needs requires a lot of forethought. It's easy to jump at the opportunity to let your inner designer shine, but when it comes to ...