The kitchen has always been the heart of the home. It is were we meet in the morning and the children snack after school.

Office and home work is done on the counter while meals are being prepared.

If you look back to your childhood, you will remember telling stories to your mother or father there and likely standing with the fridge open while getting some sound advise from them.

The kitchen is the most commonly used area in the house, second only to homes with one bath.

Ensure while creating your new kitchen to allow for all criteria, cooking, office, conversation, practical storage or even a first aid station for fluffy the cat.

A good design will go a long way when doling out your own brand of sound advise to those that will listen.