No longer just a utilitarian room shut off at the back of the house, the kitchen has become the hub of activity in the home.

Besides the traditional cooking and dining activities, it also functions as a playroom, home office, gathering space and entertainment area. 

With this many demands on one area, it is important to take the time to plan it out properly.

Through my many years as of experience as a kitchen designer, I have observed many of the pitfalls homeowners fall into. Here is my list of top 10 mistakes people make during their kitchen renovation projects.