Interior designers reveal the 11 things that will ruin the look of your kitchen

Rachel MurphyDec 3, 2020, 20:23 IST

Even the most beautiful kitchens can have a few design faux paus.Shutterstock

Insider spoke with interior designers to find out the biggest mistakes people made when designing and decorating a kitchen.
Sometimes one of the biggest mistakes is choosing colorful cabinets that are difficult and expensive to replace.
Leaving a huge empty space above your cabinets can just lead to dust buildup.

Kitchens are often one of the most used rooms in a home, and when it comes to designing and decorating them, there are a few faux pas you may want to avoid.

Here are some of the biggest mistakes people make when designing and decorating a kitchen, according to experts:

A poorly planned layout can lead to a dysfunctional and odd-looking kitchen.

Putting all your most used appliances in one corner isn't the most aesthetically pleasing idea. Shutterstock

Choosing colorful or low-quality cabinets can be an expensive mistake.

If you plan on selling your house one day, you might want to stick to something more neutral. Shutterstock

Not having lighting where you need can be both drab and dysfunctional.

You should always have a well-lit kitchen and dining area. Shutterstock

A busy kitchen backsplash usually isn't timeless — and it can be expensive to replace.

A patterned tile might not age as a well as a plain one. Shutterstock

Not adding art or color to your kitchen is a missed opportunity.

Colorful curtains can help add some excitement to your kitchen. Hero Images/Getty Images

Having electrical outlets in impractical places can cause your countertops to be covered in wires and plugs.

Having wires looped around your counters isn't too aesthetically pleasing. Shutterstock

Not having enough room to store your pots and pans can cause more visible clutter.

Storing pots on top of your stove isn't the most practical or beautiful solution. Shutterstock

Marble countertops aren't always worth splurging on.

Marble can stain quite easily. Bruce Bisping/Star Tribune via Getty Images

Leaving a huge empty space above your cabinets can just lead to dust buildup.

It can also make your kitchen feel too empty. Shutterstock

Your kitchen's most important features should be arranged in a functional and appealing way.

It's pleasing to the eye, too. Shutterstock

Installing high-gloss white cabinets can take away the warmth in a kitchen.

White cabinets can feel sleek but cold. Shutterstock

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