Bad design trends we hope die in 2009

We asked more than 20 design pros to identify the decorating trends that are coming to an end and what household objects should get kicked to the curb in the new year (or, better, donated to charity). Here we present some of the nominees, starting with the kitchen. Says accessories designer and retailer Kenneth Wingard:

"Please, in the kitchen, no more granite countertop. It came into vogue in the ’80s, and it makes a place look dated instantaneously. I am pushing for an orange Formica comeback. If you don’t think you can pull that off, then honed white marble is always beautiful, soapstone or poured concrete looks great in rustic homes, and Corian gives a simple look that does not dominate any room." (Glenn Koenig / Los Angeles Times)