A kitchen island is one of the most requested features in any makeover, and it is easy to see why. It adds storage, prep space and a natural place to gather. But an island only works if your kitchen has room for it.
Do You Have the Space?
As a rule of thumb, you need at least one metre of clear floor around every side of an island so people can move and open doors comfortably. In smaller rooms, a peninsula attached to a run of units can deliver many of the same benefits.
What Can Your Island Do?
The best islands earn their keep by combining several functions.
Popular Island Features
- Breakfast bar seating for casual meals
- A hob or sink to create a central cooking zone
- Deep drawers and pull-out bins for hidden storage
- A wine cooler or microwave built neatly underneath
Get the Proportions Right
An island should feel generous but not overwhelming. Too large and the room feels cramped; too small and it looks lost. Our designers model the layout to scale before anything is fitted.
Add Style as Well as Function
A contrasting colour, statement worktop or run of pendant lights turns an island into a real focal point that lifts the whole room.
Let Us Plan Your Perfect Island
Not sure whether an island will fit? Contact us for a free consultation and we will show you exactly what is possible in your space.
Image: USVI IMG 5159 – Bright modern kitchen with white cabinets a central island and pendant lights under a vaulted ceiling by Category:Government of the United States Virgin Islands, licensed under Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.