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How to plan a kitchen island

  • Interior Design
Nov 15, 2017
How To Plan A Kitchen Island Interior Design - Beautiful Homes

Learn how to get the most out of your kitchen island with our handy guide below

A kitchen island is a luxury few can enjoy but for those who have a large kitchen, it is well worth the effort of building one. What do you need to keep in mind? Read on for simple tips and guidelines when building a kitchen island designs.

 

Numbers Game

The island should occupy only 10% of the total kitchen area. Remember, installing one adds up to 25% more counter and storage space, if executed cleverly. Added bonuses include more room for concealable electric outlets and even a second sink. When planning your kitchen island design, it's important to consider its functionality and purpose. Will it be used primarily for food prep or as a dining area? Determining this will help you make the most of the additional counter and storage space it provides.

 

Cheat Code

As a trial, you can place a large table in the place you want your island and see how it feels. If your kitchen island is not very large, pair it with a similar sized table for added counter space. For days you need more floor space, simply remove the table.

 

Clever Storage

Find ways to include lots of drawers, shelves, slide-out trays and little slots and niches for storing assorted items. Don’t simply create large cabinets. Maximise the space above with a rack for hanging large pots and pans. Incorporating innovative storage solutions into your kitchen design, such as pull-out pantry shelves and built-in spice racks, can help optimize your storage space and keep your kitchen clutter-free.

 

Cooktop & Sink

Decide if you want your cooktop and sink on the island or if you want to use it as a working counter. If you decide to add a cooktop to the island, build an overhead chimney with a hood and vent or install a grate that pulls the smoke out.

 

Seating & Eating

If you are going to be using the kitchen island as a bar, create an overhead rail to suspend glasses. But if dining is more your need, incorporate a rack for tableware where the diners can access it.

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Build your kitchen counter to give you maximum storage; you can even perhaps think of fixing the oven or even a wine chiller there. Instead of having the sink or stovetop on the kitchen counter, it can also be shifted to the island to create two workstations.
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Here, the centrally placed kitchen island is illuminated by a chandelier suspended above it. You can also use the overhead space to construct a bracket that holds glasses, plates, pans, etc.
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Your kitchen island need not span the entire length of the kitchen counter. Remember, the island can also function as a place to hide electrical conduits, wires, etc.
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A kitchen island can also be used to demarcate the kitchen area from the living room in an open plan setting. While entertaining guests, it can also double up as a bar counter of sorts.

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