Realistically, not every kitchen has a big enough floorplan for an island – and for most spaces, it's not the end of the world. If you have a small kitchen, it's often easy to make your layout work ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Your kitchen layout goes far beyond aesthetics. It makes the culinary process easier. A layout that allows you to find and access everything easily supports a stress-free cooking experience, which ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Kitchen islands are becoming less common in small homes. By 2026, L-shaped kitchens and movable tables will be preferred.