Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) and Kitchen & Bath ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

With contemporary lifestyles meaning more entertaining from home, forward-facing kitchen islands with integrated seating make staying in the new going out. But what makes the perfect kitchen island?