Top Renovation Ideas and Questions Answered
A new kitchen is a beautiful thing. A kitchen renovation, however, can feel like one big, expensive, stressful headache after another. It takes equal parts experience and insider knowledge to balance modern features with quality and character—and stay on budget. That’s where House Beautiful comes in. We bring you expert guidance on kitchen decisions big and small, whether you’re shopping for a microwave or built-in range, planning for the future or itching to tear down walls tomorrow.
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Carisha Swanson
Resident Kitchen and Bath Insider, House Beautiful
Caroline Danielson
Director of Showrooms, Ferguson Home
Heather Shannon
SVP of Marketing & Communications, National Kitchen and Bath Association
Jerel Lake
Founder and Principal Designer, LakeHaus Designs
Sarah Robertson
Founder and Principal Designer, Studio Dearborn
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Your kitchen’s floor plan should align with your daily routines, from unloading groceries to prepping meals. A well-designed flow simplifies everything, and while the traditional kitchen triangle has expanded, it’s really about creating a space that supports your lifestyle. Once that’s nailed down, it’s time for all the function and beauty. Explore all you need to know below.
You can spend $1,000 (or less) on a refrigerator—or $20,000 and up. The right appliance choice depends on your home, habits, and budget. Get our advice and shop our expert picks in each category.
Kitchen Ranges
Range Hoods
Refrigerators
Dishwashers
Paint, hardware, fixtures, and surfaces—your renovation is in the home stretch, and it’s time to let your personality show in your design choices.
A well-renovated kitchen might need touch-ups, but it’s a foundation you’ll never grow tired of. Not sure what your forever style looks like? Scroll through the stories below to get inspired by our favorite designer kitchens.
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