Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Try a broken-plan layout to create zones in an open-concept space while maintaining an airy feel. Create an invisible kitchen with ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the home. It needs ...

An open kitchen with an island and the barstool in the center - Wirestock/Getty Images Open-concept kitchens have this magical feel to them. They seem ideal for entertaining guests, keeping an eye on ...

Recent trends have seen a surge in people ditching upper cabinets in favor of open shelving for a more lived-in look. And while it's a look many designers are favoring, it's not without its drawbacks.

Open-plan kitchens are undeniably popular, but have been falling out of fashion in recent years. While open spaces promote togetherness by combining the hub of the house with adjacent living and/or ...