Whether you’re performing a complete kitchen renovation or just adding a few features to your floor plan, a custom kitchen island is a kitchen addition you should consider. It often happens that our counters get busy with appliances like coffee pots, toasters, and canisters, but an island can provide the meal preparation space that home cooks need. On the other hand, the island can be adapted to any kitchen function to include a sink for washing heavy-duty pots and pans to a space for household members to grab a quick meal. If you’re considering adding an island to your kitchen, be sure to think about the following design ideas.
Classic Functionality
If your kitchen is in need of more meal prepping space, an island that features a butcher block top is something to consider. This type of island may feature a pull-out cabinet for trash as well as a compost bin where you can quickly stash vegetable peels as you chop them for dinner. Other features of your classic island might include a built-in roll for paper towels, a deep sink for filling soup pots, and shelves to conveniently house bins of utensils or cooking spices.
Multi-Function Island
Installing a multi-functional island is a great idea for busy households. We can help you to design and create a piece that provides you with additional prepping space as well as an area where household members can enjoy a quick meal. Your island might include a side of shelves to house your cookbook collection or a panel of drawers where you store your baking ware and supplies. Tell us how you use your kitchen and the types of spaces you need. Then, we can provide you with a wide array of suggestions that you might consider for your custom island design.
Cooking Islands
Depending on the design of your kitchen, you might prefer for your island to be the hub of your kitchen, the feature that houses a range and sink. You can also install shelving for your stand-up mixer, a microwave, and even a coffee maker. This type of feature can enhance any type or style of kitchen, and provides exceptional functionality. In addition, you can design your island with any materials you like to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your setting.
While you can always opt for commercially designed kitchen islands–and we’re delighted to install them for you–you should also remember that a custom piece can be designed to suit you specifically as well as your household. Although this might seem like a luxury, it’s bound to prove extremely useful as it’s a feature you’re apt to use in your kitchen each day. Whatever fits your needs, we can be of help in design advice and help with the build if needed. Please contact us to discuss what your needs are and how we can help achieve getting them met.
