While many contemporary designs focus on sleek and minimalistic kitchens, the best solutions can often be more chaotic and personable, it has been argued. According to the food editor of the California-based Press Democrat Bonnie Benwick, truly fabulous kitchens are few and far between, with the best examples likely to be where they have been designed around the users own needs and specific tastes. Size and style aside, a fabulous kitchen should provide comfort, the expert explained. A table and chairs are important but not essential a source of natural light is, though, because it makes us feel good and makes food look better.Tips for getting the perfect balance between usability and good aesthetics include making use of sliding drawers filled according to the task that is performed nearby, while pots and pans should be embraced and displayed prominently, with the result a more homely, rather than cluttered, appearance.However, Ms Benwin advised homeowners to start the process right by investing energy into planning, so that a new kitchen design wont take any longer or be more exasperating or costly than necessary.