Undertaking a kitchen revamp can help to breathe new life into an entire home, it has been suggested.Writing for KansasCity.com, Rachael Liska, senior editor of Fresh Home Magazine, claimed that practicality needed to be an important consideration for homeowners carrying out renovations.Among the features which need to be considered include placing the kitchen sink, fridge and cook-top within six feet of each other for ease of movement.In addition, the design expert highlighted that the biggest mistake that people make when planning for revamps is not allowing enough room for storage.Put overhead cabinets right up to the ceiling, rather than leaving a gap on top that collects dust. Consider deer drawers for easier access to pots and pans, and include enough storage for appliances that otherwise would clutter up countertops, Ms Liska wrote.Meanwhile, the importance of getting designs right was highlighted in an article by the Seattle PI, which claimed that the kitchen was the new family room.