Open-concept kitchens have this magical feel to them. They seem ideal for entertaining guests, keeping an eye on your whole family, and making your home feel large and welcoming. However, like many ...

What you see is said to be what you get. The low-skilled cooking techniques and apparatus employed at branded fast-food restaurants, for example, are presented in full visibility to waiting customers.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. As the new year begins, you may be thinking about refreshing your ...

The concept of an open floor plan is the peak of modernity, sociability, and movement. That is, until your guests start to arrive and you still haven't taken care of that mountain of dishes that has ...

We asked six kitchen pros if the classic design concept is still relevant today–and they all said yes. Here’s why.

Open floor plans that make it easy to move through primary living and entertaining areas have been popular for decades. Open concept floor plans join the dining room, kitchen and living (great) room ...