Kitchen Space Psychology: How Layout Affects Mood, Productivity and Family Relationships

The kitchen represents far more than a functional space for meal preparation, serving as the emotional and social...

Before & After: Multifunctional Kitchen Designs

For gatherings large and small, a large cased opening where a wall had separated the kitchen and dining...

Best Products for Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels

Courtesy RuvatiKitchen and Bath Remodeling ProductsPerfect FitSmall yet mighty, this workstation sink measures just 15 inches square. Made...

10 Refrigerator Efficiency Tips To Save Energy and Money

Your refrigerator works non-stop to keep your food fresh and safe to consume, making it one of the...

How To Keep Your Garbage Disposal Running Smoothly

iStockA garbage disposal is a hardworking kitchen appliance that often goes unnoticed until something goes wrong. To keep...

Creative Spice Rack Ideas

Nat ReaPart of the fun of having colorful jars of seasonings around is organizing and exhibiting them creatively....

How to Remove a Kitchen Faucet

Nat ReaIf you’ve never removed a kitchen faucet before, don’t let all the hidden hardware throw you for...

Kitchen for Culinary Enthusiasts: Adapting Professional Standards for Home Use

Creating a truly exceptional kitchen for the serious culinary enthusiast requires fundamentally rethinking the traditional approach to residential...

How To Clean Butcher Block Surfaces

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How To Design a Kitchen Garden

Eric KelleyThis article appeared in the Summer 2022 issue of This Old House Magazine. A kitchen garden is...

Best Kitchen and Bath Products from KBIS

This story originally appeared in the Spring 2023 Issue of This Old House Magazine. Kitchen Products from KBISSlim pickThis...

How To Dispose of Cooking Oil and Grease

iStockProperly disposing of cooking oil and grease is crucial for maintaining a healthy home environment and protecting your...

15 Beautiful Kitchen Countertop Ideas and Designs

Andrea RuggYour kitchen countertop is more than just a place to prep meals—it sets the tone for the...

Before & After Kitchen: A Farmhouse Refresh

This article appeared in the Fall 2021 issue of This Old House Magazine.Shown: Shaker-style cabinets and two-over-two double-hung...

How to Steam Clean an Oven

Anthony TieuliCleaning the oven is no one’s favorite household chore, but it doesn’t have to be a burden....

Before and After: Kitchen Island Design Ideas

With 35 1/2 square feet of countertop and seating on two sides, the ample island lets four people...

Before & After: Keeping a Period-Style Kitchen

Sacrificing a walk-in pantry allowed for additional base cabinets and helped open up the kitchen. New oak flooring...

How to Cut a Granite Countertop

iStockLooking to cut new granite countertops for your kitchen? The tools required aren’t terribly uncommon or much different...

How to Organize a Pantry

Nat ReaIt’s no surprise the National Association of Home Builders found that 85 percent of home buyers considered...

7 Best Kitchen Sinks (2025)

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Kitchen Essentials Overview

Design functional and stylish kitchens with insights into layouts, appliances, and storage solutions. Explore trends like open shelving, smart appliances, and ergonomic designs that enhance usability and aesthetics. Whether renovating or building from scratch, find inspiration to create a kitchen that meets your lifestyle needs.