When you have used a particular tool, item, or object for one sole purpose again and again, your brain can sometimes associate it with only that use. This concept is called functional fixedness.

The kitchen work triangle is often considered the defining layout for this space, ensuring that the refrigerator, range, and sink form a functional triangle of sorts. It's certainly popular reason, ...

Small bedrooms can be a challenge to get right. With a bed, wardrobes and other essentials to find space for, it can be difficult fitting everything in. So it’s no surprise that many of us keep on ...