Kitchen appliances are big decisions. The color and type of your appliances drive a kitchen’s aesthetic as much as any other choice you’ll make for the heart of your home.

Are you the practical type, or is “whimsy” your watchword? Whether you’re furnishing a home, apartment or vacation place from scratch, replacing worn out — or outdated — pieces, or looking to update your home’s current look, investing in high-quality furniture should be a thoughtful process.