If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the center island is the soul. It’s a place where family and friends come together to share stories, coffee, and homemade meals. Today’s kitchen islands are becoming more unique, and more functional than ever before.
A kitchen island doesn’t have to match the surrounding cabinetry. Although matching an island to surrounding cabinets and countertops creates symmetry within a kitchen, using different cabinet colors or different countertops can turn an island into a beautiful focal point that complements the rest of your kitchen.
If you love to entertain, installing a kitchen island will provide an abundance of counter space, it’ll give you more comfortable, convenient seating and an additional sink to work from, making hosting that much more enjoyable. Plus, if your island faces the table or living area, you can wash dishes or do cooking while facing your company and remaining an active participant in the conversation.
If you have the need for a new dishwasher, a microwave drawer or a better location for the cooktop, the kitchen island is a convenient place for these! Besides looking good and providing ample storage and workspace, islands can improve the ergonomics of the kitchen by making it easier to reach everything you need when preparing a meal.
If you’re designing a kitchen with a family in mind, the island is a great place for kids. They can do homework on bar stools so you can keep an easy eye on them while preparing dinner, or if there are any appliances you want your children to access with ease, try setting them on the island in an easy place for little hands to reach.
Your kitchen island is more than just a place to prep food. Many people remove the formal dining room from their homes and instead just eat at the kitchen island. Many families have kids who will sit at the kitchen counter to complete their homework while parents cook. Those who work at home participate in virtual meetings at their kitchen island while enjoying their morning cup of coffee. Others play board games or use it to lay out large spreads of appetizers or entrees for family gatherings.
An island is a fantastic focal point in the kitchen. It simplifies the cooking experience and creates a social atmosphere out of a place that is not necessarily conducive to chitchat. If the island is a success, the kitchen flourishes.
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