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One of my biggest icks has to bekitchen clutter," Heinasuo says.
“Countertops packed with visible appliances instantly make the room feel much less clean.”
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Giant kitchen islands are my number one dislike," he says.
“They are tacky, showy, and not at all usefulyour kitchen is not a cocktail bar.
If you do already have one, think about how you might make it more dual-purpose and approachable.”
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“Harsh lighting is another ickit can make a kitchen feel cold and uninviting,” she says.
Needless to say, overdone artificial greenery is a big no-go in her book.
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