The kitchen is the central hub of a busy home and for many a room in the house where families spend hours cooking, eating and laughing together. I have yet to meet a homeowner who doesn’t have a kitchen upgrade wish list and I have a feeling after seeing the photos below that list is going to grow.

This kitchen prep sink with cutting board in front of it makes prep time easy and organized. (via homes-decorating.net)

A better alternative to a lazy Susan? We think so! Great for maximizing space in a smaller kitchen. (via allaboutyou.com)

Check out this custom ventilated drawer to store non-refrigerated produce (tomatoes, potatoes, garlic, onions). (via myhomeideas.com)

Fill pots without having to carry them across the kitchen. (via houzz.com)

Looking for an outlet for a blender, mixer or other kitchen appliance. This seems like a perfect solution. The best part: this ring forms a seal when the unit is closed, preventing water and other liquids from getting into it! (via mockett.com)

A trapdoor leading to a spiral wine cellar? Sounds like a must have in my dream house! (via thekitchn.com)

Taking up just 20 square feet, this circle kitchen promises to "rotate up to 180 degrees to give you a sink, microwave, and dishwasher" along with "the same amount of kitchen cupboard as any other middle-sized kitchen." (via thekitchn.com)

Keep bread and other food warm without having to worry about it overcooking or burning. (via geappliances.com)