Island cabinets design

Studio McGee

Pure Salt Interiors – counter stools

Whittney Parkinson Design – light fixtures

Ali Henrie Design – pendant lights – similar rug

Studio McGee – counter stools

Rehabitat Interiors

Style by Emily Henderson – kitchen island cabinets are Pewter Green by Sherwin Williams

Pure Salt Interiors – Seaside Abode Project

This overall kitchen design would be a great place to gather! From Studio McGee – light fixtures

Amber Interior Design

This large kitchen features double kitchen islands with plenty of space for prep work. From M Elle Design

Pure Salt Interiors

Anthology Interiors

A lovely modern kitchen design with woven light fixtures from The Life Styled Co. 

Here’s another view of the kitchen island layout showing the waterfall countertop.  From The Life Styled Co.

A unique kitchen island cabinets design and layout from Tribe Design Group

A lovely two-toned kitchen with a dark island and white cabinets and pendant lights from Studio McGee

A beautiful modern coastal kitchen with striking pendant lights and woven counter stools on two sides of the kitchen island.  From Salt Design Company

Love the contrast of the dark island and light cabinets in this beautiful design from Kate Lester Interiors

A beautiful classic kitchen design with added storage in the kitchen island cabinets.  From Livingston Interiors – (featuring my favorite counter stools)

A light and airy modern kitchen layout from Pure Salt Interiors

A beautiful modern kitchen design with a waterfall countertop on the island.   From Studio McGee

An elegant California kitchen with classic white kitchen island cabinets and lovely woven counter stools.  Design by Kelly Nutt Design / Brandon Architects / Winkle Custom Homes, via Home Bunch

A light-filled kitchen with shiplap detail on the island and striking brass pendant lights, from Bria Hammel Interiors

I love the inset cabinets on the left-hand side of this beautiful island from Pure Salt Interiors | pendant lights | woven counter stools

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An extra-long kitchen island layout with amazing pendant lights; design by Kate Marker Interiors

Warm woods and lovely coastal-inspired kitchen island lights enhance this beautiful kitchen design from Park and Oak Interior Design

Another view of the beautiful Park and Oak kitchen island cabinets design shown above.

Love the kitchen island lighting and layout in this beautiful kitchen design from Studio McGee and Erin Hansen for Christine Andrew, via Style Me Pretty. Photo by Lucy Call.

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Beautiful black kitchen island cabinets enhance this wonderful design from The House of Silver Lining

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Rattan counter stools provide comfortable island seating in this beautiful kitchen from Lindye Galloway Interiors

Love this elegant and efficient kitchen island cabinets design from Susana Simonpietri of Chango & Co., via Architectural Digest

Love the thick countertop and lower storage solution in this beautiful blue kitchen island from Amber Interior Design

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A beautiful modern farmhouse kitchen with shiplap detail on the island cabinets, black countertops and woven counter stools.  From Two Hawks Designs

Love the open shelving at the end of the island, as well as the pendant lights, in this wonderful kitchen by Studio McGee

Unique shelving enhances this beautiful kitchen island from Sam Sacks, via House and Home

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Love the black waterfall countertop and kitchen island lights in this kitchen design from Millworks

This beautiful design, with its blue kitchen island cabinets and double island layout, inspired our kitchen remodel – from Hibou Design & Company

Love the warm wood island and glass and brass pendant lights in this kitchen design from Rita Chan Interiors

Love the rug, the lighting, the light wood kitchen island cabinets, the grey cabinets, and the beams.   From Kate Marker Interiors, via Becki Owens

Beautiful classic kitchen with an amazing view from Marianne Simon Design

An amazing light-filled kitchen layout with island and dining space from The Grove Byron Bay

Gorgeous warm wood cabinetry enhances this modern kitchen layout from Mowery Marsh Architects

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A kitchen island brings functionality and beauty to the heart of the home that will never go out of style. I know we spend more time at our kitchen island than just about anywhere else in our home, so I hope this post gave you some ideas for your own dream kitchen. Let me know if you have any questions! xo Jane

For more design inspiration, standard kitchen cabinet dimensions, kitchen layouts with an island, and kitchen lighting and decor, here are a few favorite related posts from jane at home:

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62 Kitchen Island Ideas You'll Want to Copy

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Farima Ferguson

Farima Ferguson

Farima Ferguson began her career at HGTV where she worked with designers to write about home design. Her work has appeared in HGTV, Insider Reviews, Travel Channel, and more.

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Updated on 05/11/22

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The kitchen is oftentimes the heart of the home. It's where you and your family fuel up for the day, make memories during the holidays, entertain friends and family, and celebrate life's big moments during get-togethers.

At the center of the kitchen is the kitchen island, the part of the room that provides an extra spot for meal prepping, cooking, gathering for casual meals or coffee breaks, and even extra storage space. Aside from all its practical uses, the island can also serve as a decorative focal point of the room. We've gathered our top kitchen island ideas, from big to small and simple to over-the-top to help inspire your kitchen design.

The Best Kitchen Islands for Stylish Storage

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  Wide Plank Wood Island

  Design by Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

  This black-painted wood island is clearly the contrasting point in this kitchen designed by Emily Henderson. The cabinets and flooring were made from reclaimed wood, and the island was made from fence boards stained in ebony. The wide planks of the island add texture and character while the black color paired with the lighter cabinets and flooring adds a modern touch to the room.

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  Seamless White Kitchen Island

  Alvin Wayne

  This sleek kitchen island fits seamlessly in this minimalist all-white kitchen with clean lines. The dark wood stools break up the white design and provide a place for the family to enjoy breakfast together.

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  Irregularly-Shaped Island

  Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

  If you have a lot of kitchen space to work with, why not go with a unique asymmetrical island? Here, Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions made great use of this roomy kitchen with a large angled island. Irregularly shaped remnants of granite, marble and quartz are often offered at a discounted price, which could potentially help you save money.

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  Chic Black and White Design

  Charlie Interior Design

  A kitchen island can be just as functional as it is stylish. This high-end, chic black and white island has everything you'd need, from a sink with a beautiful antique brass faucet to an open shelving for extra storage space.

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  Contemporary Farmhouse Kitchen

  Cathie Hong

  This kitchen effortlessly combines the old with the new: The owners of this home bought their grandparents' home and kept some original elements while adding modern touches. They opened up the kitchen with a new layout that displays the kitchen island that was updated with a coat of bright blue paint which gives an instant fresh, new look.

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  Pop of Color in an All-White Kitchen

  Blue Copper Design

  If you prefer a neutral kitchen design but still want some color, the kitchen island is a great way to add that pop of color. The kitchen island is oftentimes the heart of the kitchen, so painting it in a bright color from the cabinetry is an easy, budget-friendly way to help it stand out from the rest of the space.

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  Embellished Island

  Blue Copper Design

  Color isn't the only way you can help make a kitchen island stand out. Here, Blue Copper Design added decorative accent tiles to one side of this blue kitchen island which adds just the right amount of color and visual appeal throughout the entire home.

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  A Refreshing Neutral Curved Island

  Design by House of Chais / Renovation by Majestic Construction Engrg

  To keep with the bright and airy theme of this home, this neutral dining island boasts light wood slats and curved edges for a subtle, soft look. The rest of the furnishings are neutral as well to add a cheery and clean vibe to the space.

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  Pretty in Pink

  color_place_interior / Instagram

  Old furniture can be given new life as a makeshift kitchen island with a little flipping. An easy way to give old furniture a new look is with a fresh coat of cheerful paint like this bubblegum pink color that complements the Kelly green stools.

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  A Makeshift Pantry

  Design by Velinda Hellen Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

  If your kitchen is lacking on pantry space, a kitchen island could be a good opportunity to create a makeshift pantry to store dry goods. This kitchen design by Velinda Hellen features a stunning, spacious island with shelving to house containers of dry goods you'd normally store in a pantry. Placing frequently-used items in this area makes cooking quicker and easier and frees up space in the pantry for items you don't need on hand.

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  Cool Blue Coastal Vibes

  Britt Design Studio

  In this coastal-inspired kitchen, the island blends in seamlessly with its light blue color that perfectly matches the light blue tile backsplash while also highlighting the white quartz countertop and rattan bar stools.

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  Cozy Kitchen Design

  Herzen Stimme / Instagram

  A kitchen island can provide much-needed extra prep space especially in small kitchens where you have minimal countertop space. This homey kitchen features a small, farmhouse-style kitchen island for food prep and dining for two. The oversized knit throw and faux fur furnishings bring an extra cozy factor to the room.

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  Beach-Inspired Design

  sunshine.beach.reno / Instagram

  An oversized pendant light provides plenty of lighting right above this large kitchen island featuring a beach-inspired, curved fluted design on one end that's surrounded by matching wooden stools that provides enough seating for the whole family.

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  A Live Edge Bar Top

  Devon Grace Interiors / Instagram

  This kitchen island design by Devon Grace Interiors is the piece de resistance in this kitchen that's bold and daring, yet cozy and welcoming with its timeless black theme and distinct wooden accents of the heightened countertop and stools.

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  Curved Edge

  Britt Design Studio

  The island is the main hub of this kitchen with a sink, shelving for keeping favorite cookbooks at hand, and low wooden stools for the family around the curved countertop.

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  An Island and Dining Table in One

  House 9 Interiors

  To differentiate the eating area from the prep and cook station, this kitchen island features two different countertop materials. The curved wood tabletop designates the area for the family to sit and enjoy a meal together while the quartz countertop houses a glass top stove and space for food prep.

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  A Spot for a Wine Break

  Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

  This kitchen island houses a dining table on one end and a food prep area on the other. The best part, though? It comes with a wine cooler and wine bottle storage shelving, making it the perfect place for a wine break.

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  Extra Countertop Space

  Design by House of Chais / Renovation by Majestic Construction Engrg

  If you have a small kitchen island but want more room for prep, you can easily extend it with a simple wood bar top like House of Chais did in this kitchen. The extended bar top can be used for food prep, a quick morning breakfast, or a place for a small gathering.

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  A Spot for the Whole Family

  Home Consultant

  This oversized white oak kitchen island is the centerpiece of an open home layout because it works cohesively with the merged rooms. Its large size seats six people and still has plenty of room on the other side.

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  An Extra Place for Food Prep

  Erin Williamson Design

  With so many alluring elements in this kitchen, from the stunning blue cabinetry to the black and white tile flooring, the island in this kitchen is kept simple with its open wrought iron framework and white marble top. Even though the design is simple, it's versatile enough to provide extra space and easy-access storage on the bottom shelf to keep everyday items.

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  Farmhouse Charm

  my.farmhouse. fanatic.life / Instagram

  This kitchen features farmhouse elements from the floor to the ceiling, including the wood range hood and brick backsplash. But the charming kitchen island steals the show with its shiplap detail and rustic wood countertop.

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  Island With a Curved Accent Wall

  House of Chais / Instagram

  What was once just a load-bearing wall that closed off the kitchen is transformed into an extra countertop space. Since the wall is a supporting wall, it was given new life as a beautiful curved design that creates a stunning entrance into the kitchen.

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  An Island With Cabinetry

  afeliashome / Instagram

  Every part of this island is functional, from the large prep area to all the cabinet and drawer storage. There's even space to tuck in the bar stools so there's more room in the kitchen.

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  Breakfast for Two

  Design by Christina Kim / Photo by Raquel Langworthy

  Even a small kitchen island can pack a lot of style and function. In this kitchen designed by Christina Kim, the simple, blue island adds character and a spot for a meal for two. The additional brass lighting fixtures illuminate the island when in use.

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  A Small Yet Functional Kitchen

  Design by Jessica Nelson Design / Photo by Carina Skrobecki

  What was once a small, dark kitchen is now the perfect place for cooking a meal for the family and a place to entertain family and friends. Jessica Nelson Design incorporated this island into the kitchen's design to either provide a place for dining or to display appetizers during intimate gatherings. The open leg design on the one side allows you to tuck in the chairs to maximize space in the kitchen.

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  A Show-Stopping Island

  Dan Rak

  This grand island is not only the show-stopping piece of the kitchen but stands out in the rest of this home with its large dimension. The rich, dark wood base creates a beautiful contrast with the white quartz countertop, while the shelving is the perfect spot to store cookbooks for future meals.

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  A Plethora of Drawers

  Home Consultant

  You don't need a lot of cabinet space if you have a large kitchen island. This large island has plenty of drawer space to store kitchen essentials. The brass and leather drawer pulls are the perfect accent in this modern Spanish-style home.

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  The Perfect Spot for a Home Office

  Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

  If you work from home, the kitchen island may be the only place for a makeshift home office. This kitchen island has everything you need to get your work done, from comfortable chairs to outlets for all your devices. (Plus, easy access to food for those much needed snack breaks.)

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  An Island With a Wine Cooler

  Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

  A kitchen island with plenty of seating and countertop space is a dream, but why not take it up a notch and add a wine cooler to the mix? This stunning island features a wine cooler on the end, so whoever's in charge of cooking can easily open up a bottle while prepping food for the family.

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  A Place for Preparing and Cooking Food

  Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

  A family who loves to cook should have a kitchen that fits all their needs. This kitchen design combines natural elements with minimalist touches. The gray finish on the oversized island contrasts elegantly with the light oak cabinetry. The island features six gas burners, a griddle, and plenty of seating, so the whole family can help with dinner.

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  A Cohesive Design

  Home Consultant

  To make this kitchen feel open and airy, the Home Consultant replaced the stainless steel hood above the kitchen island with white oak to match the island and add a more aesthetically pleasing look to the space.

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  An Earthy Color Combo

  Home Consultant

  All the elements of this kitchen from the mismatched yet complementary cabinetry and island finish to the Carrara marble countertop— add an earthy, visually-appealing look to the kitchen. The wood island blends smoothly with the home's wood flooring for a natural look.

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  Wood Slat Kitchen Island

  Design by House of Chais / Renovation by Majestic Construction Engrg

  This minimalistic kitchen island, made with natural oak wood slats and a round marble countertop is a distinctive and functional piece while keeping with the simple and sleek design of the rest of the kitchen.

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  Patterned Tile Design

  Blue Copper Design

  A kitchen backsplash isn't the only opportunity to incorporate pattern into a kitchen. This kitchen design by Blue Copper Design features an ornate tile pattern on the kitchen island that takes center stage. The understated wine cork style stools add a captivating element without taking too much away from the patterned island.

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  Pretty in Pink

  House of Harvee / Instagram

  If you plan on adding a custom kitchen island, then the world is your oyster. Why not add a design to the island in your favorite color? Here, House of Harvee dressed the front side of her kitchen island in pink marble tile for a one-of-a-kind look that's whimsical and bright.

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  Table for Five

  Design by Blakely Interior Design / Photo by Andrea Pietrangeli

  With seating for five, this large kitchen island is a must-have for a big family. You can easily get the whole family involved with cooking dinner by creating small stations for food prep along the large prep space this island provides. A great way to bond on family night!

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  A Round Island Design

  M. Wilcox Design

  A round design can provide a better flow in the kitchen especially if you have multiple cooks in your home. This round island allows you to easily move from one side of the kitchen to the other while adding a unique look to the space.

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  Separating Two Spaces

  Home Consultant

  The wall in this home was opened up to allow for a seamless flow from one room to another. The oversized island is not only functional in the kitchen but is a captivating way to display load bearing beams that differentiate the two spaces while still allowing for an open floor plan.

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  A Simple Addition

  Dazey Den

  A kitchen island isn't always about large countertop space and storage. It can also be a cozy addition to your kitchen that gives you a spot to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning with a loved one or even an extra spot to display houseplants to add a homey feel to the kitchen.
  

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  Soothing Sage

  Becca Interiors

  If you love the clean, simple look of a neutral design but want a subtle touch of color, sage green is a great color choice. Here, Becca Interiors added a modest yet functional kitchen island in sage for some vibrance in this neutral kitchen.

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  Calming Blue Hues

  House of Chais / Instagram

  An island isn't just meant for the kitchen. An island in a home bar provides a spot to enjoy a Champagne brunch or a delicious breakfast. The curves of this soft blue fluted island are carried through to the arched brass and rattan wall shelving for a coordinated look.

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  Creating Different Work Zones

  Home Consultant

  To create different work zones in the kitchen, the range was placed at the end of this kitchen island. This allows for food prepping, cooking, and washing dishes to have their own space to create a better flow, so multiple people can be in the kitchen at once.

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  Fluted in Teal

  Design by kandhdesignltd / Photo by Paul Raeside

  This tiny but mighty kitchen island is the star of the kitchen with its teal green fluted base and matching countertop. The dark, moody color works well in this kitchen because it features large windows that allow plenty of natural light in.

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  A Subtle Touch

  Finding Lovely

  Not only is a patterned tile design on the island a creative addition, but it's easier to clean dirt and grime that may build up over time. In this kitchen, Finding Lovely was inspired by a restaurant's tile design and implemented similar tile work into her kitchen island's design.

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  A Stunning Multipurpose Island

  Home Consultant

  This honed travertine island serves multiple purposes in this minimalistic home. Not only does it serve as an island for food prep and a buffet bar, but it also serves as the dining room sideboard and a stunning centerpiece of these two areas of the home.

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  Two Islands Is Better Than One

  Dan Rak

  What's better than one kitchen island? Two. This kitchen designed by Dan Rak features two wooden kitchen islands with marble countertops— both serve as a place to prep food while one also includes seating for breakfast or a coffee break.

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  Industrial Style Accents

  themddesignco / Instagram

  This nature-inspired kitchen features subtle nods to industrial style with a kitchen island with metal legs and metal bar stools that add color and texture to the otherwise neutral design.

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  An Open and Airy Look

  Home Consultant

  If a kitchen is small in size, an island can overcrowd it. To bring in more countertop and storage space without cluttering this cozy kitchen, Home Consultant added a custom island with open shelving that allows the kitchen to still feel open and airy. The combination of white oak wood and stone countertops creates the perfect balance of the natural elements.

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  A Two-Tiered Island

  Design by Grey Hunt Interiors; Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg; Build by sun_design_inc

  This two-tiered island provides the perfect heights for each purpose of a kitchen island. The lower height is great for food prep while the higher L-shaped level is at the perfect height to sit on bar stools to enjoy a meal.

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  Contrasting Materials

  corinnelson / Instagram

  The island in this cozy kitchen creates a beautiful contrast with the white cabinetry. The end of the island features a wood accent that separates the eating area from the food prep area.

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  Little Black Island

  Design by Domm Dot Com / Photo by Tyler Hooks

  All the sleek black details in this kitchen, from the pantry door to the bottom cabinetry and kitchen island, are instantly warmed up with the wooden countertop on the kitchen island. Bright bar stool cushions create a striking contrast and tie the white cabinetry into the space.

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  Waterfall Marble Design

  Alvin Wayne

  This kitchen island is small in size but looks grand because of the waterfall countertop design. This design element brightens up the kitchen nook while adding a one-of-a-kind detail. Gold metal bar stools add a glam look to the kitchen.

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  Keeping It Classic

  Design by AE Designs / Photo by Madeline Tolle

  The natural wood elements in this kitchen instantly warm up the space, from the large wood island to the wood trim on the range hood. Rattan chairs enhance the nature-inspired look of this kitchen while the antique brass pendant lights add texture and color.

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  Sleek Wood Bar Top

  Design by AE Designs / Photo by Madeline Tolle

  A wood bar top separates the seating area from the food prep area on this sleek kitchen island. The earthy tones bring a neutral contemporary look to the kitchen designed by AE Designs.

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  Repurposed Furniture

  Gold a la Mode

  If you need that extra countertop space in your kitchen but don't have the budget for one, don't forget to look for old furniture pieces online or at garage sales. Even the most simple furniture pieces can be repurposed into an island for the kitchen.

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  Warm Woven Accents

  Home Consultant

  The sleek matte black kitchen island and cabinetry are modern and simple but warmed up with natural textured elements. The woven stools and wood flooring brings warmth and coziness that make the kitchen feel more inviting.

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  An Antique Addition

  Madison Clevenstine

  Antique furniture is a great makeshift kitchen island option when on a budget. This antique white table adds an elegant touch and is at the perfect height to make meal prep easier.

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  Nautical Design

  Maite Granda

  The kitchen design by Maite Granda in this beach house features several nautical elements from the natural wood furniture to the rope pendant lighting above the kitchen island. The island itself blends with the nautical theme with its blue-and-white color palette— the colors you typically see in beach-inspired designs.

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  Tangerine and Copper Combo

  Mary Patton Design

  We don't know what we love more in this kitchen— the copper tile backsplash that contrasts beautifully with the sleek black cabinetry or the bold orange kitchen island. Either way, everything in this kitchen lends a high— end feel to the kitchen.

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  Rustic and Practical

  grainonthebrain / Instagram

  A kitchen island is simple to build as long as you have wood scraps and basic DIY skills. The benefit of creating your own is making it fit your exact needs. This rustic-style wood island includes a bottom shelf for storage and a towel rod to keep kitchen towels at hand.

  18 Great DIY Plans for Kitchen Islands

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  Going for the Gold

  jhkitchencabinetsltd.gta / Instagram

  For a dramatic effect, gold-and-white colored stainless steel hexagon tiles were installed throughout the kitchen backsplash and carried over to the island that's accented with a wood trim and white marble countertop.

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  Festive Lighting

  _sumai_home_ / Instagram

  To add pizzazz to their kitchen island, _sumai_home_ installed a color-changing lighting system to illuminate underneath their kitchen island. The flashing lights are great to have up year-round, but they especially add an extra festive touch around the holidays.

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Island kitchens | Useful tips from the furniture factory Stiver 100

Popular For the last 10-15 years, island kitchens have been reanimated from sets that became widespread in Europe at the end of the 20th century (80s). Modern designers took the primary basis, which was supplemented with new ideas and developments, taking into account the capabilities of existing household appliances, fittings and other furniture components. Styver-100 manufactures island kitchens to order, adapting models to the individual needs of customers and the characteristics of the premises where they will be installed.

While island kitchens are considered by regulations to be at least 20 square meters, and ideally all 25, there are ways around this requirement. At least, the employees of our company know a few "secrets", the application of which in practice makes it possible to install an island-type headset in a kitchen with an area of ​​15 m2; and even less. We will talk about how to ensure the installation of such furniture in a typical apartment without compromising the functional characteristics of the headset a little later.

If there are restrictions on the area that do not allow the production of island sets for too cramped rooms, then there are no limits to the choice of style. Stiver-100 designers will design for you a magnificent multifunctional headset in any of the available styles: classic, modern, country, minimalism, hi-tech or ART. Such kitchens look great regardless of the design - the main thing is that all the requirements regarding their manufacture are met. At the same time, all currently available materials are used for the production of this furniture: laminated chipboard, MDF with any decorative coating, wood, natural or artificial stone, and much more.

This article reveals the benefits of island kitchens and provides information on what you need to do to make it possible to install such furniture in your home or apartment. Our company provides detailed consultations during the measurement. However, the client needs to have primary knowledge to avoid a number of mistakes even before the moment of communication with our technologist, since the correction of oversights (mainly of a repair and construction nature) can result in a tidy sum.

Island Kitchen Space Requirements

In addition to the minimum floor space requirements, there are a few other things to consider before you start designing your furniture. We are talking about conducting communications to the headset island zone. For the normal functioning of such a kitchen, it is necessary to bring an air duct for an island hood, a sewer with water supply for a washing center, as well as a gas pipe or a power cable for the hob to the right places.

We would not write about such obvious things, but practice shows that some customers unknowingly neglect such important nuances. Since only a few allow themselves expensive adjustment work after a major repair, in such cases it is necessary to make the island module an ordinary table without a hob and a washing center, as a result of which the entire kitchen complex loses significantly in functionality. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you invite a furniture designer before the start of construction work.

Our company works closely with experienced Moscow interior designers and architects who create and implement excellent projects. Such a union of furniture makers and builders allows us to provide customers with maximum comfort and a respectable interior of residential premises. Thanks to this approach, all the details are thought out to the smallest detail, and the task set by the client is 100% fulfilled.

By the way, the need to work with architects is also related to the fact that many island kitchens require the creation of suspended ceiling structures. These interior elements simultaneously perform two functions - spatial and decorative. With the second point, everything is more or less clear, but the first position requires clarification. The presence of a suspended ceiling structure in its own way "balances" the dimensions of the island module, which from the outside may seem too voluminous and adversely affect the aesthetic characteristics of the headset as a whole. In principle, this is a very individual aspect and sometimes there is no urgent need to create such structures, but we are simply obliged to foresee and calculate all the options in the manufacture of not the cheapest furniture.

Island module equipment

Ideally island modules should be equipped with both a sink and a hob. With this configuration, a full-fledged functional center for cooking is obtained. However, in reality, it is far from always possible to place both the oven and the sink for washing dishes on the work surface. This is especially true for kitchens with an area of ​​​​about 15 square meters. In such rooms it is simply unrealistic to place an island module, the dimensions of which will ensure the integration of the sink with the hob. Of course, you can sacrifice some of the free space in the room to increase the size of the island, or choose a compact stove and sink, reducing the distance between these elements to a minimum. However, all these measures negatively affect the comfort of the entire kitchen as a whole, which cannot be allowed. There are usually two ways to get out of the situation:

• assign the functions of a cutting and dining table to the island module, without cutting into the countertop either a sink or an oven;
• integrate only one functional element into the island, and the second is cut into the table top of the main row of cabinets, thus “unloading” the central module.
  

Which of the options is preferable is decided during the measurement process, based on objective factors. Here it is appropriate to recall the "forgetful" clients who did not take into account the need for an advance supply of communications to the island - just for them the first method is considered optimal. In all other cases, it is most often decided which of the elements (sink or oven) to cut into the island work surface, and which one to integrate into the main worktop.

As for equipping the body of the island module, all available methods and mechanisms are suitable for these purposes: drawers, hinged or sliding facades, as well as accordion door systems. In addition, we recommend using auxiliary devices that facilitate the operation of this voluminous cabinet and increase its capacity.

The choice of specific mechanisms and methods of opening the facades is determined depending on the functional purpose of the island, individual preferences of the client and technological requirements. In addition, the island can be equipped with a built-in oven or built-in compact refrigerator. At the same time, one should not abuse it, trying to equip this module with as many “fashionable” mechanisms and various equipment as possible, since such an “assortment” will reduce its functionality and comfort.

Island kitchen configuration

When making an island kitchen, the lower base of the cabinets and the upper tier can have a straight L- and U-shape. The choice of headset configuration depends on the size of the room, the desire of the customer, as well as his material capabilities. Recently, kitchens in the form of a broken ring with an island in the middle have gained great popularity. True, such modifications can only be installed in fairly spacious rooms, and the price of such furniture is significantly higher than the average mark, since expensive materials and components are used for its manufacture. If this factor does not stop you, then Styver-100 will be happy to design and make such a modification of the island kitchen for you.

Island hoods

If a hob is integrated into the central unit of the set, then only a special island hood is suitable for such a set, since traditional models of air cleaning units are not suitable for such furniture. The island hood is a symmetrical dome, permanently connected to an aesthetically attractive duct, which can have a round, oval, square or rectangular section. The vast majority of island models are complex modifications capable of operating in two cleaning modes, as well as having the ability to control from remote control.

Island hoods are attached to the ceiling, so you need to take care of strengthening the structure in advance, since the equipment does not weigh 2 kilograms. This requirement is especially important for mobile models that can descend from the ceiling to the hob to the required distance. The lifting function is predominantly possessed by recirculating hoods, but recently mobile models operating in the withdrawal mode have begun to appear on sale.

For lovers of original design and bold interiors, manufacturers of household appliances have developed an interesting model of an air purification device - an L-shaped island hood. This modification is not attached to the ceiling, but to the floor, and has a high duct support. For such an extract, communications are carried out under the floor, therefore, if you are thinking about such a bold choice, you must take care in advance of providing the technological conditions for connecting this device.

In terms of performance and other performance characteristics, island models are no different from those of traditional hoods. You can get this information in an overview article about air purifiers for the kitchen. The range of these products allows you to choose a device for furniture with any design, and in addition to the usual modifications, island hoods are represented by interesting models in the form of a cylinder, elliptoid, parallelepiped, or even a lampshade lamp. There are also island hoods equipped with TV panels.

Peninsula kitchens

Peninsula kitchens are T-shaped. Headsets of this form are usually made for rooms whose area is insufficient to install a full-fledged island model. When designing such furniture, it is recommended to equip the cooking area (hob, washing center and place for cutting products) on one side of the ledge, otherwise the functionality and ergonomics of the headset will drop sharply.

The "island" ledge does not have to divide the lower base of the pedestals into two equal parts. However, when choosing a place for its installation, it is necessary to distribute the space on the right and left sides of this module in such a way that the possibility of unhindered movement in both zones is maintained. At the same time, the “peninsula” itself can serve as a bar counter, a dining table, as well as a place for inserting a hob or a washing center. The shape of this element depends to a greater extent on the overall design of the kitchen and can have both rectilinear and convex (concave) outlines.

Installing an island kitchen in small spaces

Installing a full-fledged island kitchen in a small kitchen (10-12 sq.m.) is unrealistic without redevelopment, which makes sense if the room borders on the living room. In this case, we get a classic combined kitchen, where the island is a multifunctional element, in addition to separating the cooking and recreation areas. Depending on the dimensions of the punched niche, the dimensions and shape and position of the island module are determined.

The advantage of this kitchen model, in contrast to the traditional kitchen combined with the living room, lies precisely in the presence of a multifunctional island module. This element can simultaneously play the role of a bar counter and a center for cooking - when combining rooms, there will be enough free space so that you can install a module with decent dimensions. The working surface of such a module will allow you to embed a hob with a washing center, and at the same time there will be enough space for arranging a comfortable area for eating.

When designing such modifications of island kitchens, it is necessary to carefully select the hood, since the level of comfort in the combined room will largely depend on this device. The performance and the level of sound insulation are the main parameters to focus on, since the aesthetic characteristics of island hoods have always been at the highest level.

Height of the island module

Since the standard island module by default implies the presence of either a sink, or a hob, or both of these elements at the same time, the height of the cabinet should be 850 millimeters, no different from the similar parameter of the lower base of the headset. Such requirements are associated with providing the most comfortable conditions for cooking, in other words, the ergonomics of furniture.

However, depending on the functionality of the island element, its height may vary. For example, if you decide to make a dining area out of it, then the size of such a module can be 750 mm. At the same time, it is still important to prevent visual imbalance with the main furniture complex, therefore, in such cases, we recommend sticking to one dimension - 850 mm, and for a comfortable meal, purchase special chairs with higher legs, which will provide a comfortable position for those sitting at the dining table.

Recently, two-tiered island cabinets have become common, combining the functions of a food preparation center and a bar counter with a dining table. In this case, the height of one zone of this module is 850, and the other from 1000 to 1200 millimeters. This furniture should also be completed with high chairs. In the manufacture of such island elements, it is possible to combine materials for the countertop - such as natural artificial stone, thick glass and elite well-finished wood. Laminate coated postforming is not considered as it is mainly used for the production of economy class furniture.

Conclusion

The island kitchen is a complex multifunctional complex, which is the dominant element of the interior. If you follow all the recommendations, you will become the owner of excellent furniture, which is guaranteed to crush your home and comfort and respectability. But neglecting the rules and consistency of design is very likely to turn this kitchen into a messy pile of uncomfortable furniture. We will help you avoid any mistakes at all stages by designing, manufacturing and installing a modern, beautiful and ergonomic headset.

Kitchen island: 90 kitchen island design ideas with photo

The kitchen island, as the name suggests, is a work unit that is independent of the rest of the kitchen furniture. This layout has many advantages: you can approach the working area from any side, cook at once with the whole family, and the usable area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe kitchen increases. Here you can place not only a cooking area, but also storage shelves, a sink, a hob. The design of the kitchen island can be very different - our selection of ideas will allow you to feel all the delights of island life.

Johnny Gray Studios.

1. Smooth corners
Due to the fact that the corners are smoothed, there is much less space for walking around. Such a kitchen island made it possible to free up more space for the actual kitchen set.

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J Witzel Interior Design

2. All on the shelves
The hinged regiments usually “eat up” the place and the disorder on them is very stripped. In this kitchen, an island was used to store dishes and kitchen utensils, inside of which everything you need is located.

Garde Hvalsoe

3. Everything in sight
Don't be intimidated by the open shelves inside the kitchen island - the color and shape of the dishes placed there can create a rhythmic pattern of the room.

Roundhouse

Redesign London Limited

6. Display
The open shelves inside the kitchen island can be decorative. Here you can build "showcases" in which indoor plants, vases of flowers and other decorations will be located.

Peden & Pringle Ltd

7. Multifunctional approach
The kitchen island can be integrated with household appliances such as a microwave, oven, dishwasher and even a wine cooler.

Adam Chandler Ltd

8. Spell
U-shaped kitchen island is very spacious: cupboards for storing dishes, a cooking area, a bar can be easily located here. But for this option, you will need a fairly spacious kitchen so that you can freely approach the island.

Yuri Grishko

9. Inhabited island
In this small Moscow apartment (27 sq.m) there was simply no room for a full-fledged kitchen. Everything you need for cooking is contained in a kitchen island with a photo, household appliances are inside the stairs.

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Die Wohnplaner GmbH

Guests and family members will be able to sit around and watch the cooking process.

The ideal option for the kitchen in the rustic kitchens-solid cooques. legs and drawers for storage, as well as with a high table top.

Hopedale Builders, Inc.

15. Natur product
Rustic style implies a combination of natural materials - wood, metal, stone - as in this example.

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Paul Craig Photography

16. Expanding Your Horizons
Don't be afraid to mix things up. In this London apartment, the modern kitchen nook is expanded with a long Victorian table.

SUBU Design Architecture

17. Loft style
This kitchen island is a good example of loft style. Its legs are made from waste water pipes, the tabletop is from old boards.

Chalet

18. Unity of opposites
The kitchen island in the photo is made in contrast: marble top, wooden base.

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LPASSE DESIGN

19. Provence
The kitchen island in this French house is made of rough metal counters, zinc countertops, old boards. The boards were selected individually: the drawing of each of them had to become part of the overall composition.

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Yvonne McFadden LLC

20. At a height of

The first option is convenient for cooking.