The kitchen is, as the saying goes, the heart of the home. Three meals a day, family gatherings, homework time after school—so many things happen in the kitchen. Why not create an inviting, functional space that you’ll enjoy while spending so many hours cooking, socializing, and bonding with your friends and family?
Add a personal touch with family heirlooms
That teapot your great-grandmother passed down to you? Don’t leave it in the cabinet! Showcase it on a shelf over your breakfast nook or in open or glass-faced cabinets. You can also display your favorite mugs and teacups by hanging them on hooks that are placed under your top cabinets. Since teapots and mugs are staples in most households, your personal décor touches will contribute to a functional living space.
Frame your favorite recipes
If you have handwritten recipes that have been passed down for generations, take them out of the recipe tin and proudly put them on display! These are wonderful pieces of family history that you can frame and hang in your kitchen. Since recipe cards are typically quite small, make a statement by using larger frames with mats.
Upgrade your flooring
Most of the time you spend in the kitchen is spent standing, so it’s important that, as part of a functional space, your kitchen’s floors are supportive enough to keep you comfortable as you cook. If you’re planning on remodeling, look for flooring that’s both beautiful and has a bit of give, which will be better on your knees and lower back. If you’re just giving your kitchen a quick update, choose a cushioned mat that’s easily cleaned and matches your kitchen’s color scheme.
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