One of the most challenging parts of designing a kitchen is deciding the best home for appliances. Whether you want eye-popping stainless steel or you’d prefer the dishwasher, oven, and fridge to be concealed behind cabinet doors, it’s a decision that determines whether your kitchen looks good and works well. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind as you contemplate your perfect kitchen, taking three primary installation approaches into account— integrated, built in, and freestanding.