We want kitchens that feel cozy and nostalgicnot antiquated.

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“But good cookingreal cookingis a dance, a rhythm.

Mint green painted refrigerator in a kitchen

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Having a double island forces you to weave through unnecessary barriers like youre running a culinary obstacle course.”

“Stick with stainless steel or cabinet panels that look harmonious with the design of the kitchen.”

Luckily, this is a super-easy element to update.

Rolling kitchen island in an industrial kitchen

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tiled backsplash in kitchen and dark granite countertop

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Double Tier Kitchen Island

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cabinets adjacent to the stove with items used most frequently

The Spruce / Rachel Vanni

Circular and marble Lazy Susan holding glass spice containers in kitchen shelf

The Spruce / Olivia Inman