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62 Kitchen Island Ideas You'll Want to Copy

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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.

Get Inspired by These Kitchen Island Ideas You'll Want to Copy

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.

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Kitchen island ideas boost the room’s preparation and storage space plus they often add seating, but they have a huge aesthetic impact on the room, too.

They might be sized up in larger kitchens, or of more compact proportions in smaller rooms, but either way kitchen ideas such as the selection of materials, color, shape and more can make an island into an attention-grabbing feature.

An island can also be a brilliant asset when designing a kitchen, separating the working areas from space for family and guests to allow the chef to work safely without being isolated. 

Kitchen island ideas

These kitchen island ideas will help to inspire your choice of size, shape, finish and design, as well as island seating ideas, and create a new addition that will completely transform your cooking space. 

1. Make waves with fluted details 

(Image credit: Kitty Lee Architecture)

Fluting around a kitchen island can be far more than just a decorative surface. In this relatively narrow kitchen by Australia-based Kitty Lee Architecture , ease of movement around the island was crucial and fluting served a practical purpose.  

‘The fluted detail allowed us to create a beautiful feature around a curved form, adding texture, warmth, and contrast to the space, while also improving the traffic flow and ergonomics,’ says director, Kitty Lee. It was created using individual 30mm-wide half-round dowels in Tasmanian oak, which is a dense and resilient hardwood with excellent staining qualities. 

2. Use a waterfall edge for a seamless look 

(Image credit: Malcolm Menzies)

A popular design feature that will elevate any island unit, a ‘waterfall edge’ involves continuing the countertop seamlessly from horizontal to vertical. ‘Deeply veined marbles look particularly fabulous using this technique, especially if you source a slab large enough to allow the veining to flow right down to the floor,’ says Oana Sandu, lead designer, Blakes London . ‘It’s important to think about the flooring and how it will complement your choice of worktop, usually a contrast works best.’

(Image credit: Darren Chung)

Put a statement island firmly in the spotlight with thoughtfully selected light fittings that score highly on both form and function.  

‘Characterful, statement lighting should enhance the drama in the kitchen – not steal the show,’ says Richard Atkins, design director, DesignSpace London . Iconic shapes with revered design heritage are likely to outlast trendy fittings, while swerving standard pendant lineups in favor of off-set positioning is a simple move with impressive results as part of breakfast bar ideas.  

4. Use mixed materials for an interesting finish 

(Image credit: Life Kitchens)

When choosing the right sized island, do consider the impact is has on the countertop installation. ‘Joints can be really obvious on island units that are centrally positioned and designed to be noticed,’ says Graeme Smith, head of retail design, Life Kitchens . Islands longer than 11.5ft (3.5m) usually require two slabs of stone or quartz. ‘Adding timber elements such as chopping blocks or breakfast bars is a good way to mix materials while disguising joints,’ he adds. 

5. Go bold with the choice of materials

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A bold approach to materials can provide extraordinary results. Formed and cast on site by Kote London , this concrete island is a stand-out feature in an otherwise understated kitchen. ‘We wanted it to feel like a piece of art in the space,’ explains Stephen Nash, founder, All & Nxthing Interiors . ‘Rounding off all the corners improves functionality and flow, while helping to soften the look of what is actually a big and very practical island,’ he adds.

6. Try a T-shaped island for an interesting spin

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A T-shaped island can avoid one of the classic kitchen island mistakes of going too small in a large room and missing the opportunity to accommodate a host of activities at the heart of the room.

If you opt for an island configuration like this, choose between a conventional table height with chairs for seating for the dining area, or keep this element at the same height as the rest of the island and use barstools as here. With the latter choice, upholstered barstools with backs are the most comfortable option.

(Image credit: Nicholas Yarsley)

A cantilevered bar in solid walnut puts extra wow in this 5m long island conceived by Forbes Rix Design . ‘The floating effect was achieved using a steel box frame structure that was concealed under the countertop and between the cabinets, then bolted to the concrete floor,’ explain Andrew Hall, director, Woodstock Furniture . ‘Not only is it guaranteed to impress, but it also leaves more flooring visible, which boosts the sense of space.’

8. Incorporate show-stopping fixtures and hardware

(Image credit: Amanda Evans Interiors)

Consider every element for a successful kitchen island design. ‘Islands tend to become the home theater of cooking, putting the cook at the center of the layout,’ says Graeme Smith. When all eyes are on the island at meal times, every part of it – from the breakfast bar to smaller details like the appliances and the hardware along with the kitchen island lighting ideas – need to be well-considered design-wise.  

In this kitchen by interior designer Amanda Evans , a showstopping apron-front sink becomes a key feature in the design, emphasizing the rustic roots of the design’s contemporary take on farmhouse style. 

9. Create island seating with a wraparound countertop

(Image credit: Davide Lovatti)

‘Islands bring multiple functional benefits to the kitchen, but they can also help to add character to a design,’ says Smith. ‘Large format materials such as granite and quartz tend to work well for modern kitchen islands.’ 

If you’ve fallen in love with your countertop material, why stop at just one surface? Installing a wraparound countertop will bring the material down the sides of the island, creating a luxurious sense of seamlessness, perfect for a very modern look. Leave the perpendicular side open, and this can work as a space for your island seating, as demonstrated in this example. 

10. Think carefully about walkaround space

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When considering island size, think about the space you’ll need beyond it.  

‘Islands are an eye-catching feature in a kitchen but they can eat up a substantial amount of space,’ says Smith. ‘So when thinking about adding one into design, it is important to consider the available space and the circulation area around the island. 

'Typically, 48in (1200mm) between the cabinetry and island will be needed for a scheme that invites an easy flow.’ 

In this compact kitchen, the island area is maximized, but leaves just the right amount of space for users to move comfortably around its sides. 

11. Mix and match your storage options

(Image credit: Baskerville)

If storage space is at a premium in your kitchen, adding an island into the mix opens up a wealth of possibilities. Incorporate a mixture of cabinets and drawers to allow effortless storage for table and cookware of all shapes and sizes. You can also consider adding open shelving to display some of your most characterful kitchen essentials. 

‘To add a homely touch, opt for an integrated island book-end,’ says Smith. ‘This will free up countertop space and allow for the most loved cookbooks to be put on display for an extra layer of personality.’

12. Add curves

(Image credit: Tom Howley)

Soften a rectangular kitchen island design with a curved breakfast bar on one side. This Tom Howley kitchen island mixes different lines to create an elegant feature at the center of the room, and provides an inviting place for guests to sit.

13. Create different zones

(Image credit: Future/Mark Bolton)

Switching up materials on the surface can help to break up a long kitchen island. This can also be done to help zone different areas, depending on what they might be used for.

For example, a surface used for food prep might be kept as stone, whereas wood might be used for breakfast bar ideas – like in this particular kitchen. 

If you love this neutral style, our white kitchen ideas will bring you more inspiration.

14. Double the seating with an L-shaped breakfast bar

(Image credit: Laura Marin/ Extreme Design)

You've probably seen a fair few L-shaped kitchen ideas, but did you know the format typically used with cabinets can work really well for an island?

Creating an L-shaped breakfast bar with your island can be a handy way of doubling the amount of kitchen island seating within the same kitchen island size and creating a sociable cooking space.  

It also makes serving food and drinks easier, so this design is perfect for those who love to entertain. This design also works well for farmhouse kitchen island ideas, as it adds the sociability that defines this style of kitchen.

15. Think big

(Image credit: Smallbone)

For fluting on a grand scale, look to Smallbone’s Icarus Collection for inspiration. Demonstrating the impact of outsized sculpting in the kitchen, this unique design nods to 1920s glamor via scalloped glass, rich textures and warm tones. A shimmering wash of brushed gold accentuates the curved oak cabinet fronts, while allowing subtle graining to shine through. 

‘The unique curve was achieved using materials technology typically used in the protection zones for cars in F1 motor racing to reinforce and lighten the doors,’ says Smallbone’s ideation director, Iain O’Mahony. ‘The aim was to capture a sense of boundless imagination and craft-led design.’

16. Go long

(Image credit: Future/David Cleveland)

If you're blessed with a lot of space in your kitchen, your kitchen island ideas can be as large as you want.

One way to make your kitchen stand out is to make the island extra long with ample seating – almost reminiscent of a cocktail bar. We love this elongated design, with space for seven, as a modern alternative to a dining room table.

17. Use it to make the cooktop the center of the room

(Image credit: Future/Brent Darby)

By putting the cooktop on a kitchen island, you're helping to make it the central point of the room. This means a person cooking can face the rest of the room (rather than with their back turned) – making it a clever, sociable design feature. It also offers lots of space around your cooker, for food preparation.

We love the blue kitchen cabinetry in this country house in Wiltshire.

18. Add in a work table to create a multi-purpose space

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From a functional perspective, a kitchen island provides extra prep space, cutting down the footwork between key areas of sink, cooker and fridge in an open plan kitchen. It also provides a boundary between the work zone of the kitchen and the neighbouring living/dining zone, keeping children and guests from getting under your feet. It is increasingly a work space, too.

'The rise of the "working kitchen" reflects a repurposing of the traditional kitchen and an increased demand for multi-functional spaces,' says Merlin Wright, Design Director at Plain English and British Standard by Plain English. 

'Worktables offer added space and can include clever kitchen storage ideas to hide not only kitchen items but also office paraphernalia. Often they incorporate a seating area with high stools, adding another valuable space to work or relax and helping to zone the kitchen.'

19. Make space for seating at a kitchen island

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Almost all kitchen islands incorporate some form of seating. Even the smallest space can usually accommodate an overhang of worktop and a pair or bar stools, although more of us are opting for long islands with integrated low level, table-style seating at one end as a comfortable set up for family meals and entertaining.

'Extra work surface space is high on our wish lists,' says Annie Tullett, Kitchen Designer at Neptune Hove. 'The kitchen layout is vital to creating extra workspace and designing a harmonious flow.'

You can also make your portable kitchen island ideas work even harder for you by incorporating smart designs and appliances for a veritable tech hub, such as hidden power sockets and charging points.

20. Work in a dining table

(Image credit: Martin Moore)

As well as extra workspace, one of the top modern kitchen island ideas right now is the addition of a dining table for a clever space-saving solution. 

Richard Atkins, Design Director at DesignSpace London , says: 'A decade ago, islands were generally only one height: either worktop height or a higher bar level. Now there is much more variation, with different levels for different functions.

'We regularly integrate a table into the island, due to two main reasons: when a living space is more compact and there isn’t the space for a separate dining table, or when clients actively want to eat in close proximity to the kitchen. '

21. Make a display

(Image credit: Martin Moore)

The small finishing details of a kitchen add another layer of depth. Plain English's Merlin Wright explains: 'No longer content with pure practicality, clients are incorporating open kitchen shelving ideas within islands to act as beautiful displays, curated to showcase unique collections – from vintage curiosities and ceramics, to cookery books and glassware – each adding color and personality.'

(Image credit: British Standard by Plain English)

Giving a nod to simple English countryside style and the cottagecore aesthetic, panelling is having something of a moment. 

Merlin Wright at Plain English says: 'The long established love for tongue and groove panelling is more popular than ever. The natural design choice helps to add a tactile and warm feel when used on kitchen island ideas.'

If you love workstations and breakfast bars with a rural flavour, dive into our farmhouse kitchen island ideas, too.

23. Use a kitchen island to introduce new materials

(Image credit: Future)

The change of pace offered by an island often encourages a change of material, introducing another dimension to your kitchen design. You might afford to be braver here with a bolder finish or colorway, or perhaps a more expensive material that would be prohibitive across an entire kitchen. 

‘An island tends to define the kitchen, forming a neat and transparent division to the dining and living space beyond,’ explains Laurence Pidgeon, director at Laurence Pidgeon.

24. Add color with a kitchen island

(Image credit: Martin Moore)

A kitchen island is a fabulous opportunity to incorporate fresh kitchen color ideas.

Laurence Pidgeon says: 'At least the facing part of the island should be in warm and welcoming materials to make a transition from efficient kitchen surfaces. For a show-stopping centerpiece, look to luxury materials, from deeply veined marble and mottled granites to exotic timber veneers and gleaming mirror or burnished metal.  

'There’s also a trend for an increasing use of textured materials – think raw or rough-sawn wood, honed or flamed stone tops – as well as a contrast of color or finish between the island and the rest of the kitchen.'

25. Max out kitchen island storage

(Image credit: Paul Massey)

Kitchen island ideas are a golden opportunity to up the storage space in your kitchen, so ensure you work it into both sides of a deep unit. 

Store seldom used items, accessories you need for dining or even homework related clutter on the outer side of the island, with cooking essentials on the kitchen side.

26. Work two kitchen islands into a larger space

(Image credit: Martin Moore)

If space allows, two kitchen islands is always better than one. Double island kitchens have become the last word in luxury, and they’ll maximize usable countertop area compared to a super-sized single island.

Consider the functions of each island when you’re planning the design: one might be for cooking while the other provides seating, for example.

27. Pick a luxury material for your kitchen island

(Image credit: Humphrey Munson)

As we said above, it’s the time of strongly veined marble. ‘Deep veins are a key trend in island surfaces, and marbling comes in lots of colors. Consider seeking out greener tones, which are calming and sophisticated,’ says Sarah Spiteri, editorial director at Homes & Gardens. 

28. Add in a wine cabinet

(Image credit: Davide Lovati)

A few years ago, wine cabinets were considered a luxury appliance, available only to those with big budgets and big kitchens to match. These days however, as prices and sizes have reduced, there’s something to suit every scheme and size. 

Wine coolers built into a kitchen island are a great investment, as they will free-up space in the refrigerator as well as the worktop while keeping your wine in optimum condition. 

If you enjoy entertaining, friends and family can help themselves to a glass while you get on with the cooking. As our kitchens become more like theaters, with island cooking becoming more popular, it makes sense to have a wine cabinet to complete the performance.

29. Light your kitchen island

(Image credit: Naked Kitchens)

Kitchen island lighting is a really important element of its design and should be planned in right at the beginning of your kitchen design journey. 

If you do go for pendants, like in the stylish kitchen above, bear in mind that odd numbers are more visually arresting than even numbers.

30. Devote budget to book-matching

(Image credit: Cullifords)

A stunning slab of stone can be showcased in several ways around an island. 

Bookmatching, where slices of stone reflect their neighbors, or slip-matching, which uses stone slices to produce a continuous effect, are effective techniques but, where possible, a seamless piece of stone mounted across the front of a unit is especially awe-inspiring.

31. Consider deep drawers for a streamlined look

(Image credit: Roundhouse)

Swap cabinets for drawers in a kitchen island if you like sleek modern kitchen ideas. Like these versions, drawers can be generously sized to offer excellent storage for a whole range of kitchen essentials and, because they’re pull out, everything is easy to access.

32. Pick a material that matches your home's fabric

(Image credit: Paul Massey)

If your kitchen is dominated by a particular feature that's part of your home's architecture – whether a marble fire surround or aged wooden beams, as in the cottage kitchen above – picking a material for your kitchen island that complements or mimics it will create a look that's streamlined, sleek and calm. 

However, it is important to work at least one element of contrast into the room – here, the rough plaster of the white walls offers the relief.

33. Be flexible with a mobile island

(Image credit: Future)

Kitchen islands needn't be fixed pieces of furniture – freestanding or portable kitchen islands are a versatile choice that allow you to flex your kitchen layout over time, or to create a more relaxed look that's the antithesis of the fitted finish.  

These kitchen islands are unlikely to house appliances or electrical points – instead they are purely for prep and eating, storage and, of course, display. Put yours on casters if you want it to be truly mobile.

34. Go for an island with fluted details

(Image credit: Malcolm Menzies)

A modern twist on traditional fluting, ribbed designs take a more angular, geometric direction. The surface of this island by Blakes London features drawers with deep battened fronts. 

‘The deeper the battens the more dramatic the aesthetic,’ says lead designer Magnus Nilsson. ‘Bear in mind that battening will add weight to drawer fronts. Here we added weights at the back for balance and a smooth experience when opening the drawers.’ Magnus took the vertical detail up a level by incorporating a stripe into the liquid brass painted wall units – adding a touch of ritzy glamor.

Is a kitchen island a good idea?

‘Even in small kitchens, a kitchen island is a fantastic way to maximize space, as you can make it as multi-functional as possible by incorporating integrated appliances and smart storage solutions,’ says Darren Watts, Showroom Development and Design Director at Wren Kitchens.

‘The kitchen is the heart of the home social life, and it’s important to consider the comfort of the cook. Integrating cooking appliances into the island puts them at the centre of the action – even better if there is space for bar-style seating too so guests can socialise while the food is prepared,' adds Daniel Bowler, Director of Eggersmann UK.

Is my kitchen too small for an island?

If you don't have a lot of space, you might be thinking your kitchen is too small for an island – but this may not be the case.

‘It is all about proportions and practicality; the room needs to work ergonomically and have enough space to move around. For example, to incorporate seating on an island, we would suggest a minimum of 1.2m between a breakfast bar and a wall or furniture,’ says Richard. 

Don’t install an island for the sake of it; they have to play a vital role in cooking efficiency (preferably multiple roles) and not get in the way. Try using a table or even boxes to block out the space for a few days – it’s a great way to work out how an island will impact the room’s flow.

(Image credit: Plain English)

What color kitchen islands are on trend for 2023?

The kitchen island colors on trend vary depending on your kitchen's look.  

For painted kitchens, dark blues and grays are ideal for kitchen islands, helping to add depth to an otherwise plain design. While more modern schemes include burnished metal trims and handles alongside clean white and gray kitchen cabinet ideas.

Look out for an embracing of earthy reds and rich grassy green kitchens. These are paired with burnished brass and soft gold finishes for handles and trim. 

Texture is in abundance, too. Fluted cabinetry echoes the fluted glass we’re seeing in designs from companies such as Ledbury Studio – the new company led by kitchen supremo Charlie Smallbone.

Faux marble worktops with waterfall edges encasing an island are also proving increasingly popular, pairing pattern with an easy-to-clean durable surface.

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Architects Alexander and Anna Krause created a minimalist interior in Moscow on an area of ​​170 sq. m. meters. The leading material was concrete. The kitchen in a single space of the living-dining room is equipped with an island in granite finish. Kitchen, Eggersmann.

A Parisian apartment in the Trocadero district was reconstructed by the magnificent French designer Rodolphe Parant. The marble and brass kitchen, as well as the walnut cabinet, is made to order according to R. Parant's sketches.

The founders of Zadig & Voltaire brand have completely changed the image of an apartment in a Haussmann house in Paris. Kitchen. Table, diz. Sh. Perriand, chairs, diz. J. Nakashima. Lamp Lianes, diz. E. and R. Bouroullec.

Architect Raul Sanchez designed the interior of a 75 sq. meters in Barcelona. White became the main color in the interior, but the architect highlighted the kitchen area with contrasting black.

Designer Natalya Strykova, having studied the apartment of 70 sq. meters, I decided to combine the kitchen with the living room. All built-in furniture for the kitchen was designed according to the designer's drawings specifically for this project.

The Parisian apartment of Marc Etienne, owner of the Nude consulting agency, is an example of fashionable use of color. The kitchen island is made to order. Bar stools Nero, diz. S. and T. Atsumi, Nuevo.

Natalia Sokhnyuk and Elena Morozova designed a spacious 160 sq. m, an apartment for a family with three children. Their interior is an homage and a declaration of love to the design of the 20th century. Leicht kitchen. Bar stools Lapalma. Chandelier Robert Abbey. Apron: painted by Alena Vilyukova according to the sketches of the authors of the project. The geometric pattern creates perspective in a small kitchen space.

KC Design Studio architects have designed a comfortable modern home in Taiwan. Apartment of 125 sq. meters has become a full-fledged home for a family that has long lived abroad.

Architect Emil Dervish designed an open-plan apartment in Kyiv for his director friend: living room, kitchen, office and cozy dining area flow smoothly into each other. The brass-fronted kitchen cabinet was custom-made, giving the space an unobtrusive luxury feel.

Villa designed by Alexandra Fedorova in Serebryany Bor. Kitchen furniture, Modulnova. Lamps, Tom Dixon.

Project of the Zhilin brothers' studio in St. Petersburg. The New Logica kitchen from Valcucine visually dissolves in space due to the color scheme of the facades.

Country house 350 sq. meters, the project of Marina Braginskaya. The original kitchen layout was reworked to place an island in the center. The kitchen is made according to the sketches of the designer. The decoration of a laconic space is a rare marble with a striped pattern. Dark portals and cornices draw the geometry of a monochrome room.

Tatyana and Dmitry Khoroshev designed a family house near Moscow. Respectable classics with an American accent were supplemented with modern art. The kitchen adjoins the dining area and is decorated in a neutral palette. The black worktop and floor lines are accents in a monochrome interior. Kitchen, Aster Cucine.

Apartments designed by the architectural bureau YoDezeen in Kyiv are an example of a modern understanding of luxury. The cold steel of the kitchen island contrasts with the warm glow of copper. Kitchen furniture, Varenna/Poliform. Lamps, Henge.

MXMA Architecture & Design: duplex in Montreal. The overhanging volume of the ceiling marks the kitchen area. The island is made of Nero Assoluto granite.

Architects Esther Bruckus, Patrik Batek and Holger Duve designed the interior in Berlin. The project actively used Nero Marquina marble - black, with contrasting white veins, for example, to finish the kitchen island. Kitchen - with the most even and smooth surfaces. Appliances and utensils are hidden behind the facades, and the hob almost merges with the marble countertop. All cabinets and drawers without handles, open by pressing.

Arseniy and Natalia Karinsky designed a bath complex for the customer with their living room, kitchen, washing room, steam room, font. The entire kitchen (Leicht) is placed on an island with a bar top.

Canadian architect Jean Verville works with optical illusions and affects the visual perception of the interior. The project, named IN 2, is a 100 sq. meters. The architect turned ordinary rooms into a series of black and white spaces. Verville completed the kitchen countertops and cabinets in black, as well as the LED panels.

The open floor plan has completely changed the look of the kitchen, making it look like a living room setting. The kitchen island becomes more relevant than ever - facing the living room, it makes the transition of zones more harmonious. Kitchen modules seamlessly flow into media libraries, for example, shelves for magazines and souvenirs are often arranged at the ends of the island.

In 2018, the Italian brand Fendi Casa teamed up with Scic, a 60-year-old kitchen furniture manufacturer, to debut in the kitchen world. The first Fendi Cucine kitchen was designed by architect Marco Costanzi.

Household appliances, a work area with a sink and other unnecessary details are hidden behind smooth facades. Forms are reduced to understandable geometric volumes. The emphasis is on finishing materials.

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Project Agnes Rudzite - apartment in the center of Riga. The starting point was the current style of mid-century modern. An indispensable attribute of style - brass elements. In this case, the Ring Light lamp, diz. Lee Broom. Kitchen, SieMatic.

House of 400 sq. meters decorated by Claude Cartier. The designer sought to create a modern home based on a classic code that should support the style without overpowering it. The kitchen, finished in marble and wood, is made to order. Chairs Bodysthul, diz. N. Coats, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna. Carpet Bliss, diz. M. Engelger, cc-tapis.

Aleksey Nikolashin (SL*project) created an apartment for a young couple. The interior impresses with palatial luxury. The kitchen island is made in white marble, tall cabinets are in anegri veneer. Non-standard finishes were created at the Toncelli factory on an individual order. Bar stools, Fendi. Three lamps, Terzani. Technology, Gaggenau.

520 WEST 28th: ​​New York condominium interiors designed by Zaha Hadid. Decorator, Jennifer Post. Kitchen Cove, diz. Z. Hadid, Boffi. On a snow-white island is a sculpture by M. Sturdy Crunch in polished black steel. Near the glazed wall is a sculpture by M. Sturdi Little People. All works are the choice of Kyle Wicks.

A spacious kitchen with an island is the pride of the architects of Alexander Krivitsky's studio and the joy of the owner of the apartment in the atmosphere of a country house. Kitchen, composite.

In an apartment of 72 sq. meter designer Anna Ivanova, Omnia-studio, brought the refrigerator to the dining area, because. an island has already been conceived in the kitchen, which has become a place of attraction for friends of hospitable hosts. Kitchen B1, Bulthaup. Bar stools Montera, Poltrona Frau.

Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta has created unusual interiors for their friend, gallerist and restaurateur Einar Jone Rönnik. In the new house, he wanted to have an interior filled with bright color. The kitchen has a spectacular island with green marble countertops and a polished brass front. "Palace" crystal chandelier - decoration of the kitchen-dining room.

ZE|Workroom studio designed an interior for a young couple with two children who wanted a bright, clean space with bright details. Kitchen area. Calligaris bar stools, custom-made kitchen furniture.

Apartment designed by INT2architecture. In a black minimalist box, technical functions are grouped: a bathroom, a boiler room, a kitchen, and storage. The block is designed by architects and manufactured by Giulia Novars. Household appliances, Bosch.

Textured wood, ceramics, matte silky lacquers are in fashion. Cement is still popular: this brutal, formerly building material represents new chic and looks glamorous. Metal is in demand: stainless steel, aluminum, as well as steel with a patina effect. Nanotechnology-based coatings create pleasant to the touch surfaces and protect against fingerprints.

Kitchen Ratio, diz. Vincent van Dysen, Dada.

Pure is one of three lines in the assortment of the German brand SieMatic. It embodies the modern lifestyle. As part of the Pure concept, the company has developed the Concept Kitchen. The kitchen is characterized by the contrast of glazed and blind elements, as well as the masterful use of light. An important detail is the recessed handle, which gives a pleasant tactile sensation.

Kitchen Tetris, diz. Piero Lissoni, Boffi.

Kitchen Classic-FS | Stone by Leicht showcases l'Ocre rouge - "red ocher" combined with natural sandstone.

Poggenpohl is the world's oldest kitchen manufacturer. +Segmento: the program was developed in 2000 and is still a bestseller, constantly updated and supplemented. Wall panels are used for mounting shelves and unite the space of the kitchen with the living room.

Kitchen Irori, diz. Stefano Cavazzana, Zampieri.

Kitchen Diesel Open Workshop, diz. Diesel Creative Team, Scavolini.

Icon kitchen with Evolution pull-out table and Mistral island hood, designed by Giuseppe Bavuso for Ernestomeda.

Valcucine's Riciclantica Laminate kitchen island is strong and stable, despite its light construction and extended worktop.

Kitchen Soft Gray & Nicheled Brass, diz. Ufficio Progetti, Officine Gullo.

Hacker's new combination of metallic bronze structured lacquer and Mocha oak veneer. The ultra-thin top is only 1.6 cm thick and finished in bronze lacquer. The drawers are equipped with the TipMatic opening system – the mechanical system is reliable and does not require an electrical connection. The hob top is made from Dekton high-tech ceramic.

Interior finishes are as luxurious as those outside. The accessibility of the contents is also important: push-to-open and tip-on mechanisms open doors and drawers with a slight pressure. Designers seek to evoke feelings and emotions by appealing to associations and cultural codes.

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If you love cooking and catering, you must be dreaming of a kitchen with an island, or even planning to get one. The island is a kitchen unit that is not installed against the wall, but in the middle of the room. And it can be just a work surface, a storage place, equipped with a sink, appliances and any retractable structures. As a rule, there is nothing above the island except lamps and maybe a hood, but still, situations are different, and everyone has their own idea of ​​​​a dream kitchen.

We've put together a selection to inspire you with an island kitchen. It seems to many that the island is only for very large and expensive kitchens, that it takes up a lot of space, looks heavy and ugly, it is of little use - only inconvenience. We hope you will see that the island is comfortable, beautiful and functional if you choose the option that suits you.

1. Very long island

Let's start with a really luxurious option that will fit only in a large house. And yet how convenient it is when the work surface and the dining table are combined into one.

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3. Country-style island

The most popular material for kitchens and islands is wood. We advise choosing a contrasting shade or texture to zone the kitchen.

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4. Double island

The owners of this kitchen emphasized the difference between a breakfast table and a worktop with different countertops. Indeed, eating at a wooden table is much more pleasant.

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5. Square island

It is generally accepted that the island should be rectangular. We will dispel this myth and start with a square shape - all the plates will fit on such a table and there will still be room for decor in the center.

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6. Storage island

A kitchen island has many advantages and functions. For example, it is simply created for open shelves where you can store decor, dishes, books and products.

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7. An island with a range hood

Here is an unusual idea with a range hood in the middle of the room above the island. Shelves can also be attached to it, the contents of which should be attractive, because it will be visible from afar. An excellent industrial version of the 3D design project.

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8. Round island

Yes, the island can have any shape, including an irregular one, especially if the rectangle or square in your kitchen does not fit. The fewer sharp corners, the less chance of accidentally hitting them.

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9. Tiered Island

A very practical and correct idea is to cook on one level and raise the dining area so that dirt and water do not get on it. This makes it easier to keep clean and comfortable.

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10. Island on wheels

Yes, in a small kitchen there is not always room for an island. So just move it aside! The island on wheels can be of any size, even very large, and then it can either be rolled out of the room, or simply pushed against the wall.

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11. Very small island

And no one says that the island should be huge. To make coffee or cut cheese, you need a little space, and this place may well be in the middle of the kitchen.

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12. Island - dining table

It is believed that the kitchen island can not be the main dining table in the house, but today we are destroying stereotypes!

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13. Multifunctional island

Know that an island takes up space for a reason. It can store a lot of useful things - all kitchen utensils.

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14. Pet island

Cat and dog bowls are often scattered throughout the kitchen, get in the way and just look unattractive. The owners of this kitchen found a simple and elegant solution.

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15. Island by the window

We also used to think that the island should always stand in the middle of the room, otherwise it is not an island. But what about good natural light? Put the island closer to the window, it will be more convenient.

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16. Table island

If you don't like a heavy island full of boxes and appliances, you can just use a large and high table instead. Behind him you can sit on bar stools, or you can cook dinner with the whole family.

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17. Island with legs

A heavy and massive island is not a prerequisite, it can be on legs and still have roomy storage boxes.

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18. Narrow island

Perhaps, such a narrow island will fit a little, but you can turn it into a bar counter, a place for snacks and receptions.

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19. Metal island

Wood is the main material for creating kitchens, but the island can also be made of metal. It looks unusual and catches the eye from a distance.

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20. Bright island

Remember that the island is not hidden, it should be a feature of the kitchen, its main decoration and even an art object. Therefore, it can be painted in a contrasting or just an unexpected shade.

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21. Hanging island

Part of the island can protrude, as in this photo, without taking up space on the floor and be convenient for feasts.

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22. Monolithic island

How do you like this solid block of concrete, on which there are no traces of seams and fasteners? Looks like a sculpture in the kitchen.

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23. An island without corners

Designers will always find a solution for you that no one has seen yet. Here, for example, there is not a single corner. Not a single opportunity to hit and scratch.

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24. Sparkling Island

Use trends to highlight the originality of your kitchen. This original leg sparkles with a brass sheen and turns the island into an interior decoration.

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25. Levitating Island

It's great that the dining area of ​​this island has no legs! It is very comfortable to sit behind it, and the interior seems light and airy, although such a block weighs a lot.

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26. The island is a complete kitchen

Usually the island is an addition to the kitchen, which is placed against the wall. But if you have a large kitchen area, the entire kitchen set can be an island.

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27. Mirror Island

If the island reflects all the objects around, it seems to dissolve in the air.

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28. Round island

Yes, an island can be round! It will be especially interesting if you combine this circle in the interior with lamps, prints and decor.

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