Most kitchen regrets aren't dramatic. They're small decisions, made in a hurry, that you live with every day. Here are five I help clients avoid.
The five
- Designing for the photo, not the routine — a kitchen is used, not admired
- Skimping on lighting layers — one ceiling light is never enough
- Forgetting the working triangle — sink, stove, fridge should flow
- Choosing finishes before the plan — the layout decides the materials, not the other way round
- Leaving no landing space — every appliance needs somewhere to set things down
None of these are about budget. They're about thinking through the day before the work begins.