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Kitchen With a Light and Cozy Lake Cabin Feel

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10 New Kitchen and Bath Product Trends to Watch in 2026

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3. Smarter Workstation Sinks

Workstation sinks are continuing to gain traction for their ability to streamline prep, cleanup and entertaining in a single zone. Typically defined by built-in ledges and sliding accessories — such as cutting boards, colanders and racks — they maximize counter space while improving workflow. At KBIS 2026, the category expanded with larger sizes, more refined materials and accessories designed to move easily from sink to table.

A strong example is Kohler’s new Synthos workstation sink system. Featuring oversize stainless steel basins, multilevel ledges and smoothly sliding accessories, it’s designed to support prepping, rinsing, soaking and serving in one continuous workflow. Available in widths up to 72 inches, Synthos reflects how workstation sinks are becoming more customizable, more social and more central to how today’s kitchens function.



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142-Square-Foot Craftsman Kitchen That Maximizes Storage

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In a 142-square-foot kitchen, every inch counts. So a peninsula slicing the space nearly in two wasn’t doing this young family any favors. Living in a 1925 Craftsman in Philadelphia’s Mount Airy neighborhood with two small kids, the owners wanted a layout that felt more open, functional and welcoming for everyday life and casual entertaining. Dark, aging cabinets, beige tile countertops and a clunky appliance arrangement only added to the challenges.

Designer Sean Lewis reworked the kitchen within the existing footprint, removing the peninsula and relocating appliances to create better flow. Ceiling-height cherry cabinetry packed with smart storage solutions maximizes every square foot, while a floating quartz counter with playful pink stools adds prep space and a kid-friendly homework area. Finished with lively floral wallpaper and classic checkerboard porcelain tile flooring, the refreshed kitchen now feels like a bright jewel-box hub for the whole family.

“After” photos by Jake Dunderdale

Kitchen at a Glance
Who lives here: A couple with two young kids
Location: Mount Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia
Size: 142 square feet (13 square meters)
Designer: Sean Lewis of Airy Kitchens

Before: The dated kitchen had blue walls, low-hanging wood cabinets, wood-look vinyl flooring and beige tile countertops that were tough to keep clean. A peninsula housing a double-bowl sink and dishwasher cut the room in two, creating an awkward, pinched entry on the right. “As soon as I saw the peninsula I knew it was not a good idea,” Lewis says. “They wanted to get rid of that.”

Elsewhere, a slide-in range was squeezed against a short run of counter space and topped with a microwave that had little in the way of ventilation. Two existing windows, including the one seen here, were also due for an update.

After: Lewis stripped the kitchen down to its bones, removing the old cabinetry, countertops, flooring, peninsula and all the appliances except the refrigerator.

Small shifts made a big difference. Nudging the new range a few inches to the right created generous landing space on both sides. The new apron-front sink now sits beneath an upgraded window, while the existing refrigerator was relocated across the room from the sink wall, resulting in a layout that’s far more intuitive to use.

Custom stained cherry cabinetry with a durable satin-sheen finish now runs to the ceiling, squeezing maximum storage out of the compact footprint. “We used custom cabinets with organizers and tall uppers to maximize storage,” Lewis says. “The custom cabinetry in this kitchen ensures each inch is utilized to save space and give a timeless look.” Unlacquered brass knobs and 6-inch pulls will develop a natural patina over time.

To give the room a sense of place, Lewis introduced lush floral wallpaper in pink and green tones. “To reflect the age of the home, we chose a wallpaper to give character from the Arts and Crafts era,” he says. “When working in historic homes in Mount Airy, we want to ensure kitchens feel functional, comfortable and fit the style of the home.”

Wallpaper: Golden Lily, Morris & Co.; ceiling paint: Ceiling Bright White, Sherwin-Williams; trim paint: Buttercream, Benjamin Moore

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The 33-inch white farmhouse sink with a classic apron front includes a stainless steel basin rack, garbage disposal and a polished gold pull-down faucet with touch technology. A 24-inch pro-style stainless dishwasher sits to the left of the sink.

Task lighting over the sink comes from a single swing-arm sconce with a cased white dome shade. The kitchen also features a vintage-style flush-mount ceiling light (not shown), undercabinet strips and 4-inch LED recessed lights. “They just had one ceiling light before,” Lewis says. “They wanted different options for work and mood lighting for when they were entertaining.”

A stainless steel microwave rests in an open shelf to the left of the sink. “We built that upper shelf to maximize the open workspace on the counter,” Lewis says. “A lot of people do a microwave drawer now, but this kitchen doesn’t include a lot of space down low for a microwave.”

The backsplash is handcrafted, bone-colored ceramic tile with a matte finish and taupe grout. Tiles from the same line in a green hue form a border along the top. “This is a well-known handmade tile out of Michigan,” Lewis says. “Each tile has a nice organic, handmade feel that goes well with this Craftsman home.”

Backsplash: Motawi Tileworks; sconce: Ford’s Mill fitter swing-arm with cased white glass dome shade, Rejuvenation; sink: Shaws: faucet: Rook in polished gold, Brizo

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A floating, wall-mounted quartz counter, supported by a wood bracket that matches the new cabinetry, provides extra space for prep, coffee, breakfast or homework. Lightweight pink stools echo the pink tones in the wallpaper. “The stools offer an opportunity for friends to hang out,” Lewis says. “Keeping the baseboard radiator saved on budget and keeps feet warm.”

Lewis updated the windows for energy efficiency. “The deep windowsill doubles our counter space and the window shelf is perfect for plants,” he says. On the floor, 12-by-12-inch matte porcelain tiles in medium gray and warm white create a checkerboard pattern with a soft cement look and custom winter-gray grout, adding a bold yet classic touch. “The clients saw another kitchen we did that had that and loved it,” Lewis says. A door with glass panels connects the kitchen to an enclosed back porch.

Floor tile: Volume 1.0 in Electric Moss and Sonic White, Daltile; countertops: Dreamy Carrara, Caesarstone; stools: Nerd in Tan Rose, Design Within Reach; windows: Elevate, Marvin

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The 30-inch stainless steel induction range is paired with a 30-inch stainless hood that vents properly to the outdoors. Above the range, a decorative tile design — using tiles from the same line as the main backsplash but in varied shapes, sizes and colors — creates a subtle focal point. “They wanted some kind of focal point for the backsplash,” Lewis says. “As a designer, I try to go for a backsplash that isn’t too over the top in a space like this with the patterned wallpaper and checkerboard floor. This design showcases the Craftsman look of the tile.”

Storage around the range is highly functional: A lower corner cabinet to the left features a pullout organizer for small appliances and essentials, a large two-door upper cabinet above holds dishes and glassware, and a trash pullout sits to the lower right.

Range: Thermador

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Before: A closer look at the problematic peninsula shows how it sliced through the center of the room. “Which made it hard to fit many people in there and certainly made the entry feel crowded,” Lewis says. The doorway connects the kitchen to a butler’s pantry and the main entry to the rest of the home.

After: In the back corner, Lewis created a dedicated coffee area with shallow upper cabinets and drawers below to store cups and supplies. The existing 36-inch refrigerator now sits just to the right of this space, out of view.

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Before: The peninsula with sink and dishwasher (center) was the proverbial elephant in the room. Other challenges included the refrigerator’s location (top left), making better use of unused wall space (left) and improving workspace around the range (right).

After: Removing the peninsula, relocating the refrigerator across the room (bottom middle), placing the sink under one of the kitchen’s two windows (top) and slightly shifting the new induction range (right) dramatically improved function and flow. The added counter with pink stools (left) provides extra seating in this family-friendly, classic-meets-modern space. “Now this kitchen is a little jewel box ready to make memories in this historic home,” Lewis says.

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Pros’ Favorite Kitchen Island Features

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“Everyone wants an island in their kitchen — the bigger the better. It is the most requested kitchen must-have we receive,” says Chad Kahle, president of Kitchen Vision of the Carolinas in Denver, North Carolina. And islands are getting bigger than ever, according to the 2026 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. Of the 1,780 homeowners Houzz surveyed about their recent or planned kitchen renovation projects, more than half (52%) were opting for islands longer than 7 feet. That’s up 10 percentage points from 2024.

As kitchen islands increase in size, so do the possibilities for customization. So what should homeowners be including to make the most of this popular kitchen feature? We canvassed kitchen design professionals to find out.



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Kitchen Redo Gives Empty Nesters a Fresh Start With Charm

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“After” photos by Avery Nicole Photography

Kitchen at a Glance
Who lives here: An empty-nest couple
Location: Martindale, Texas
Size: 250 square feet (23 square meters)
Designer: Amanda Buckley of Bauley Interiors
Cabinetmaker: Kleighton Westphall of Monarch Woodworks of Austin
Builder: Blanco River Construction

Before: Gray walls, short white cabinets and laminate counters gave the former kitchen a flat, utilitarian feel. Shallow upper cabinets flanking the sink window on the left offered little storage and blocked natural light. Ceilings in the small house were less than 8 feet high, Buckley says. “The window wasn’t that big and there wasn’t enough lighting overall. They also had a vinyl-style tile above the sink but that was their only backsplash.”

A long, narrow island with stools felt especially tight, squeezed by reach-in closets along the right wall. “That essentially was their pantry,” Buckley says. “Their small appliances and pots and pans were stacked up on each other in there.” A retro-style red refrigerator sat out in the open with no clear role, while the primary stainless steel refrigerator was tucked into the far back left corner. “The red refrigerator was sort of just there,” Buckley says. “They liked the look of it but didn’t use it much.”



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Kitchen of the Week: Thoughtful Touches in a Timeless Space

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The owners of this beautiful storage-packed kitchen in a centuries-old detached home in Hampshire, England, had their grandchildren front of mind when planning their space. “They look after the grandkids a lot, and also entertain,” says Darren Taylor, managing director of Searle & Taylor, who the couple tasked with designing their new kitchen. “The children get involved in a lot of the baking so it had to be practical and safe.”

Taylor ensured there were plenty of features to fulfill this goal, all within a space that maintains a balance of both contemporary and traditional. The result is an elegant room that functions well and feels relaxed and comfortable to move around in.



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Reimagined Kitchen in White, Wood and Blue Opens Up the Home

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“After” photos by Tatiana Sokolova of Capture Studio

Kitchen at a Glance
Who lives here: A retired couple
Location: Alameda, California
Size: 285 square feet (26 square meters)
Designer: William Adams Design

Before: The former 165-square-foot kitchen felt dated and inefficient with aging gray cabinets, mismatched white and black appliances, wood-look vinyl flooring and no island. A corner sink beneath two front-yard-facing windows anchored the layout. “I just felt like that corner sink was dated,” Adams says. “It also took up so much space by the way it was positioned.”

Without an island, storage and prep space were limited and the center of the room felt like wasted territory. An eating area with a large fireplace sat just off the kitchen. “Having that giant fireplace inside the kitchen made no sense at all,” Adams says.

White ceramic tile with dark grout wrapped the countertops and backsplash, creating a dingy look and maintenance the couple didn’t want. Lighting was also a problem: A single ceiling fixture plus a couple of fluorescent task lights left the space poorly illuminated. “The lack of light was not conducive for working in the kitchen or doing everyday tasks,” Adams says. “They enjoy cooking and entertaining and there wasn’t enough space in that footprint to contain what they needed. The cleanliness with those countertops was also an issue.”



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Kitchen With Clever Storage in a 16th-Century Space

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The low, beamed ceiling in this room in a centuries-old English house presented a challenge for kitchen specialist Chisholm Design. The firm had been tasked with creating a kitchen here where there once was none. In doing so, they needed to incorporate plentiful storage without the space feeling cramped. This was especially important because the front of the home dates from the 18th or early 19th century, with high ceilings and big windows, and the back of the house, where the kitchen is located, is 16th century, with low ceilings.

“There’s quite a mismatch in the feel of the house as you go through it, so it was important the spaces flowed together,” designer Joanna Chisholm says. She did this by keeping the kitchen light and open, so the low ceiling and reduced light is less apparent, and by building storage neatly into all the available space, including under the stairs and within the fireplace.



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Clever Storage in a 16th-Century English Kitchen

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The low, beamed ceiling in this room presented a challenge for kitchen specialist Chisholm Design: how to incorporate plentiful storage without the space feeling cramped. This was especially important because the front of the English house is Georgian architecture, with high ceilings and big windows, and the back of the house, where the kitchen is located, is 16th century, with low ceilings.

“There’s quite a mismatch in the feel of the house as you go through it, so it was important the spaces flowed together,” designer Joanna Chisholm says. She did this by keeping the kitchen light and open, so the low ceiling and reduced light is less apparent, and building storage neatly into all the available space, including under the stairs and within the fireplace.



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