I’m in the early stages of planning a kitchen for my home in Pune and wanted to get some opinions from people who have already completed their projects.

I’m considering hiring a kitchen interior designer in Pune, mainly because I’m not sure how to make the best use of the available space. The kitchen isn’t very large, so storage, countertop space and appliance placement are my biggest concerns.

I’ve noticed that many modular kitchen designs look great in photographs, but I’m more interested in how practical they are after a few years of everyday use.

For those who have recently done a modular kitchen, what worked well for you? Did you spend more on hardware and storage accessories, or focus more on the overall finish?

I’d also like to know whether it is better to hire a designer who handles both design and execution or work