Below, we spotlight six kitchen features that designers say are always eyesores.

“It should only be allowed on a cooking show set.

Why clutter that elegance with a cooktop and bulky range hood overhead?

Spacious kitchen with open shelving and solid oak work surfaces. The pendant lights and units are both by Ikea

Getty Images / Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel

Want more design inspiration?

“Nothing screams outdated like that […] wine bottle rack on top of the fridge.”

If you don’t have access to either, Kayla recommends showcasing precious bottles on a bar cart.

A chimney is seen above the gas stove while cooking pans are hung on the rods at its side - stock photo

Getty Images / Photo by Pieter Estersohn

Cutting boards leaned against the backsplash as art?

These press the limits of acceptable decor.

Matching sets will often look best since they’ll create cohesion and allow the eye to rest.

Alcoved kitchen cooking area with large aga and wooden work surfaces.

Getty Images / Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel

Too many different styles and finishes can quickly shift the scene from eclectic to chaotic.

Interior of bungalow style city house in Toronto, Canada. This is a 80 years old house, completely renovated for modern family living. Nice mixture of old architecture of the house and contemporary design details. House features two bedrooms on a main floor and one in the fully finished basement.

Getty Iamges / Photo by FOTOGRAFIA INC.

Sink still live with fern, deep stainless steel sink, and dish rack

Getty Images / Photo by Patrick Chu

Spacious kitchen with open shelving and solid oak work surfaces. The pendant lights and units are both by Ikea

Getty Images / Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel

A variety of glassware, earthenware and crockery stored in an open white wooden shelf

Getty Images / Photo by Andreas von Einsiedel

Rustic country kitchen with teal wood dining set and gray cabinets

Getty Images / Photo by Bulgac