Beautiful Kitchens & Baths

Credit: Stacy Goldberg Wood countertops are valued for their durability, natural warmth, and ability to develop a rich patina over time. Butcher-block countertops are budget-friendly, versatile, and the only type that can be used for cutting without dulling knives. Maintenance of wood countertops includes regular conditioning with food-safe oils to prevent water damage and staining. Wood countertops stand out for their lasting durability, timeless appeal, and natural warmth.

Credit: Emily Followill Enhance your kitchen's style and functionality with a green tile backsplash, which is perfect for its easy-to-clean and fire-resistant properties. Available in every shape and style, green tiles offer endless shades for personalization. Choose a vibrant Kelly green to brighten a classic all-white kitchen, or opt for a deep teal to suit the unique charm of a midcentury modern kitchen.

Banquettes are a family-friendly solution for fitting many diners into a spot that would otherwise be tight for a table and four chairs. Make small sensational with these pocket-size breakfast nooks that focus on function. Timeless Touches An inlaid stone table provides a worry-free surface for kids' coloring and art projects. The unique furnishing snuggles up to a plush banquette bench with neutral pillows and framed artwork for small-scale style.

Conceal foodstuffs in style with these clever ideas for transforming a basic pantry door into a standout style feature in your kitchen. Why settle for boring stock doors for your pantry when you can create an entry that wows? Make the pantry door a memorable design element in your kitchen using one of these 10 unexpected ideas. 1. The simplest upgrade to an existing door is to paint it a fun color. Add an unexpected pop to your kitchen by giving the pantry door a couple of coats of a bright hue.

Samsung Smart Dial washer and dryer Credit: Courtesy of Samsung Home Appliances Dreaming of a new kitchen or bath? Consider these award-winning products, which marry superior function with eye-catching style. High-Tech Dishwasher GE Profile UltraFresh System Dishwasher Credit: Courtesy of GE Appliances Upgrade your dishwasher with this high-tech model that uses Microban technology to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria. Drain sensors add fresh water to keep odors away.

Keep shelving tidy with these essential storage tips. Kitchens are infamous for collecting seldom-used items, from bakeware that only sees the light of day during the holiday season to the popcorn maker that gathers dust in a base cabinet. And it can seem impossible to squeeze everything into one room. Ideally, if you have space, kitchen items you rarely use should be stored safely elsewhere. Or they can be donated if they're in good working condition.

Keeping a kitchen organized is no easy task. Between shallow shelves, narrow drawers, awkward appliances, and the oversized potato masher, it's a small miracle when you can comfortably give everything a home. Professional organizers note that the kitchen is one of the most-requested rooms to have organized. That's because it's the room we spend so much time in on a daily basis.

Learn more about this organization staple, plus how to use one to tidy your home. I'll admit that I didn't always love lazy Susans. Prior to entering the professional organizing industry, I neglected to use them in my own home because I had the preconceived notion that they wasted space. However, once I started experimenting with them in clients' homes, I had a rather quick change of heart. When used properly, a lazy Susan can be a game-changer in getting and keeping a home organized.