Kitchen islands are versatile, and the options are seemingly
endless. While the advantages might seem straightforward, it can be
overwhelming to choose from such a large number of possibilities. Kitchen
islands can bring many benefits, including more storage, an extra countertop, a
place for seating, improved circulation, another sink, cooking area, or more.
Here are a few ideas for yours:
1)
Seating: The most commonly recommended use for a
kitchen island is seating, as they become a gathering point for family and
guests. From homework to snacks, seats can bring cohesiveness to your kitchen.
Be mindful of the height of the seat itself, length, and spacing between
chairs.
2)
Storage: Adding more space to your kitchen with
cabinets can be a no-brainer, yet many kitchen islands are not double-sided. To
maximize storage, your kitchen island can have cabinets included on the back side
(beneath the stools) as well. These somewhat hidden cabinets can be ideal for
storing holiday platters and other sparingly-used kitchen tools or gadgets.
3)
Outlets: If you use blenders, mixers, or simply
want to charge your electronic devices, outlets can be a perfect addition to
your kitchen island. You can also consider putting an outlet in a drawer or
cabinet to hide devices while you’re rolling out a pie crust or chopping meat.
4)
Fridge: Cabinet or drawer fridges are perfect
for grabbing a snack or drink without interrupting the overall kitchen
workflow. Consider adding a small fridge at the end of the island furthest away
from the chef’s hustle-and-bustle.
5)
Microwave: Serving a similar purpose as the
fridge, place a microwave in an inconspicuous place so people can heat snacks
without getting in the way. Additionally, by adding the microwave to your
kitchen island, your cabinets or countertops will be free for more work surfaces
and limit visual clutter.
6)
Sink: Two sinks might seem like overload for a
kitchen, but if you designate one as a “prep sink” and the other for cooking or
dishes, it eases the congestion around a single sink. Just imagine…no more
dripping water between transfers from the sink to the island.
7)
Garbage: As with any main work area, it’s
essential to have a trash can nearby. You can easily wipe food scraps or crumbs
off the surface directly into the bin. Super convenient, this is also a great
way to free up space throughout the rest of the kitchen.
Are you dreaming of adding a kitchen island? We can make
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Written by the
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