There's a reason the kitchen is called the heart of the home. It's the place where you gather with friends and family, cook delicious meals and share precious memories, so it deserves to be both stylish and functional. Whether you're looking to spruce up dated cabinets with paint, swap out your countertops, or go for a full gut reno, take a tip from these HGTV stars' inspiring designs.

Known for their colorful ranges, Dave and Jenny Marrs Marrs' 60-inch, bluish-gray Italian one is no surprise here. It's the focal point of Season 3 Rock the Block kitchen. Even better: the hood vent is recessed, allowing the handmade backsplash tiles to shine. Dave and Jenny nixed the awkward corner cabinet, opting instead for functional (and attractive) light gray cabinets. Silestone countertops add durability to the high-traffic family-friendly kitchen.

In true English Country fashion, Jenny incorporated touches of brass and gold to sparkle in the sunny kitchen of their Welcome Inn in Rogers, Arkansas. Framed art and glassware displayed on open shelving between two big windows adds charming character.

Good Bones host Mina Starsiak made a big move in her clients' kitchen with green paint. Moody deep emerald on the cabinets is balanced by refreshing seafoam on the walls. A window bench spanning the length of the wall doubles as seating and storage.