A s a kitchen editor, I'm always on the pulse of what's hot and what's not. And recently, the traditional kitchen table has been making waves, offering a more sociable way to create an island.

As Country Living’s resident kitchen trend forecaster, I’ve noticed more and more designers taking a built-over-time approach to kitchens in a way that feels fresh, not fussy.

These 25 French country kitchen ideas from designer spaces bring chic, ... Here, the kitchen island and open shelving add contrast to the cream cabinetry. Tour the Entire Home. ALI HARPER.

Whether a Scandinavian, British, or traditional American design, a country kitchen is multifaceted and versatile, welcoming and durable. Here, small blemishes and some wear-and-tear are desirable.

(Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri) Pamela Silvestri Breakfasts range from $6.99 to $19.99, respectively, from Oatmeal Delight with fruit to a Loaded Lox Platter.

Lynn Kloythanomsup, principal of Landed Interiors & Homes, installed this English country kitchen in a client’s San Francisco residence. Part of its appeal, Kloythanomsup says, is its lack of ...