Homeowners now have a wealth of stylish and functional options when they come to select kitchen appliances, it has been observed.Design expert Donna Ross claimed that appliances are now more ergonomic than ever, with a range of manufacturers offering innovative, user-friendly features on their products.Writing for the Press and Journal, she also suggested that the insides of appliances have become more convenient and easier to maintain.Several of the leading appliance manufacturers have introduced pyrolytic cleaning into ovens - a feature that heats the oven to 500 degrees, meaning youll never need to clean your oven again, commented Ms Ross. Wine coolers, integrated coffee machines and feature cooker hoods are also becoming increasingly popular.Elsewhere, the specialist noted that worktops are now available in a diverse set of styles including granite, laminate, Corian, solid wood, glass and Maia - finishes that would complement an attractive set of kitchen taps or a sink.Meanwhile, Rachael Liska, senior editor of Fresh Home Magazine, recently wrote for KansasCity.com that undertaking a kitchen revamp can help to breathe new life into an entire home.