The kitchen is front-and-center in the open floor plans favored in today’s new-construction homes, making style and aesthetics just as important as functionality. Taylor Johnson clients Lexington Homes and M/I Homes weigh in with popular kitchen design trends they are offering in communities across Chicago in this feature from the Daily Herald‘s annual Spring Home Show. Check out the full story to read more and see photos from these builders’ model homes.

Kitchens at Lexington Hills in Palatine feature a variety of high-end options and features, including 3-inch plank hardwood flooring, 42-inch custom cabinetry and granite countertops.