Consider placing a rug in areas of the kitchen such as in front of the range, refrigerator, or sink, where you tend to do a lot of standing. (bhg.com)
The window in the dining area of the kitchen also lets in a ton of sunlight all day long and that window will soon have a bamboo shade. (whatroseknows.com)
A microwave and bar area create a space for storing snacks and serving drinks outside the main work area of the kitchen. (bhg.com)