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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. If you plan on updating your kitchen this year, knowing the latest trends ...

For optimal functionality, it helps to ensure that your kitchen can afford 4 to 6 feet of countertop space on each side of the L-shaped layout. Work zones can also be clearly demarcated, with one side ...

Kitchen layouts can be tricky to navigate. Your kitchen is the most demanding room in the home balancing plenty of storage with working counter space, hardwearing materials with areas conducive to ...