Your kitchen is more than just a place to eat and prepare food! It’s a place where homework is done, where late night snacks are enjoyed, and where you can create memories with the loved ones in your life. When designing or re-designing a kitchen, many people want to add in kitchen islands to their design and with good reason — kitchen islands create a focal point and a lot of extra storage for your kitchen. If you are thinking about adding a kitchen island to your kitchen design, here are a few things to keep in mind before moving forward.
- Islands can be most any shape. When people think of kitchen islands, they usually think of a rectangular section, but the reality is that kitchen islands can come in most any shape that fits the interior of your kitchen space. Clever shaping of islands can make the most of an oddly-shaped kitchen.
- Measure carefully in all directions. Kitchen islands need to be measured in all directions so that they fit without obstruction. Make sure that there is enough room not only to open doors and walk but also open appliances like the dishwasher.
- Consider its purpose. What are you going to use your kitchen island for? Many people enjoy an uninterrupted expanse of countertop for extra eating space or preparing food, but others like to add a cooktop or a sink so they aren’t always facing a wall when using these appliances.
These are just some of the things that you should consider when designing kitchen islands. For other tips about kitchen islands, please contact us here at Carolinas Custom Kitchen & Bath Center.
