Should you put a couch in the kitchen? Interior designers weigh in on whether it's a good idea to create a 'living kitchen'

Dining chairs and bar stools can only do so much in creating a comfortable lounge spot. But what do interior designers think about moving a couch into the kitchen

should you have a couch in your kitchen
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Charlotte Olby
Style & Trends Editor

Charlotte is style and trends editor at Homes and Gardens, and has been with the team since Christmas 2023. Following a 5 year career in Fashion, she has worked at many women's glossy magazines including Grazia, Stylist, and Hello and most recently worked as Interiors Editor for British heritage department store Liberty. Her role at H&G fuses her love of style with her passion for interior design, and she is currently undergoing her second home renovation in Surrey - you can follow her journey over on @olbyhome