We Asked 5 Designers the Kitchen Upgrade They Regret Most in Their Home, and Here’s What They Said (The Kitchn)
Many people — myself included — likely think that interior designers have impeccable homes, but that’s simply not true. Here’s the thing: Designers are human beings, and sometimes they make mistakes. Whether because of budget, circumstance, or unexpected issues, even the experts can’t get it right 100% of the time. Nobody’s perfect!
To help you figure out what kitchen trends and upgrades to splurge on — in addition to the ones real home cooks totally regret — I had to talk to the pros. This is what five designers had to say about their biggest kitchen regrets in their own homes.
Marble Countertops
The pros and cons of marble will always be debated, but Jenn Cameron, founder of her namesake design firm in Baltimore, Maryland, definitely stands firm in her position on the matter.
“When we bought our current home, the previous owners had installed a gorgeous marble kitchen island,” she says. “While I love the look of natural marble, it has not been ideal for us.” It’s a high-maintenance stone prone to staining, which is especially important for homes with kids, which has been exactly Cameron’s experience.
In fact, she adds, “I always use the example of my kitchen island when talking to clients about their countertop options.” Marble isn’t necessarily a bad decision, but you should know the risks before committing.
