Hear from the experts about items to kick from the kitchen.
Kitchens are high-traffic areas prone to spills, making durability a top priority.
Anything Artificial
Heather Garrett ofHeather Garrett Designsuggests keeping artificial plants and fruit out of the kitchen.
Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Kendra Surface
Most kitchens have enough natural light to easily keep it alive!
Often, these pieces can quickly look datedespecially between sun fading and dust, she says.
While such a setup may seem convenient, it comes with a few downsides.
As Moody says, It blocks traffic, detracts from the look, and is probably somewhat unsanitary.
All the TVs Ive seen in kitchens end up taking up counter space.
Kitchens should be for music, a glass of wine, and cooking something delicious.
The focus should be on the food and the family.
It inhabits the highest-value real estate in your home.
