While some households can look at the range of kitchen design options on offer and feel baffled, one leading expert has offered some advice which could help make things a little simpler.US kitchen design guru Sharon L Sherman has sought to remind kitchen users than when it comes to deciding on a new design or layout, common sense is the key thing to remember.Ms Sherman told Kitchen and Bath Design News that the key to success in creating a new kitchen is using common sense and looking toward the longevity of every design.It is very easy to change colour schemes, but it is quite another thing to create functional, beautiful spaces by moving walls and planning for additions, she added.Ms Sherman claims the secret to incorporating a well-planned kitchen into a house is to work with the home as a total space rather than one room at a time in order to create a living flow for a family to enjoy.Practicality in the kitchen can be achieved with the installation of a floating island, which can improve traffic flow around the room and can accommodate a second kitchen sink.