We're only a few months into 2026, and yet the return of the classic cafe curtain in kitchens seems to sum up the direction design is heading in this year. As the world around us continues to advance ...

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. They say the kitchen is the “heart of the home,” but when it comes to ...

A century of American kitchen design, from the dawn of electricity to the kitchen island. By Rachel Wharton Rachel Wharton spoke to designers, architects, cabinet makers, organizers, historians, and ...

As contemporary homes adapt to shared living spaces, the small open kitchen design has emerged as a smart solution for ...

Our kitchens have become multiuse workhorses, making permanent the many functions demanded during the pandemic, whether that was dining, gathering, or working. But what about kitchen trends in 2025?