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From impractical storage solutions to bulky features that overpower an entire space, both designers and homeowners hate these modern kitchen trends in 2026.

Spoiler: Sleek white isn’t your only option. David Tsay for Raili CA Design Your first instinct when you hear "modern kitchen" may be a space that’s sparse with lots of clean lines—and you’d be ...

Editor’s Note: This post is an updated version of a series that ran in 2011. Read Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4 of the original series. The kitchen: It’s arguably the most important room of a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen remodels tend to leave lighting as a mere afterthought. Don't let this happen to you: Creative lights can take your room from ...