Aside from all its practical uses, the island can also serve as adecorative focal point of the room.
Your kitchen doesn’t have to be large for you to incorporate an island either.
Here, Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions made great use of this roomytwo-tone kitchenwith a large angled island.
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This home originally belonged to the owner’s grandparents.
To make things more contemporary, they opened everything up with anew kitchen layout.
Embellished Island
Color isn’t the only way you could help make a kitchen island stand out.
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The rest of the furnishings are neutral to make everything cohesive.
A burnt red leaf centerpiece is the perfect final touch that brings everything together beautifully.
Placing frequently used items in this area makes cooking quicker and easier.
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It also frees up storage space in your limited pantry.
This homey kitchen features a tiny, farmhouse-style kitchen island for food prep and dining for two.
The oversized knit throw and faux fur furnishings bring an extra coziness.
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Beach-Inspired Design
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An oversized pendant light providesplenty of lightingright above this large kitchen island.
This beach-inspired kitchen island has a curved design on one end with fluted detailing that designates the seating area.
Matching wooden stools provide enough seating for the whole family.
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The best part, though?
It comes with a wine cooler andwine bottle storageshelving, making it the perfect place for a wine break.
Its large size seats six people and still has plenty of room on the other side.
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But the charming kitchen island steals the show with its shiplap detail and rustic wood countertop.
There’s even space to tuck in the bar stools so there’s more room in the kitchen.
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The additional brass lighting fixtures illuminate the island when in use.
This large island has plenty of drawer space to store kitchen essentials.
The brass and leather drawer pulls are the perfect accent in this modern Spanish-style home.
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This kitchen island has everything you oughta get your work done, from comfortable chairs tooutletsfor all your devices.
(Plus, easy access to food for those much needed snack breaks.)
This kitchen design combines natural elements with minimalist touches.
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The gray finish on the oversized island contrasts elegantly with the light oak cabinetry.
The wood island blends smoothly with the home’s wood flooring for a natural look.
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A kitchen backsplash isn’t the only opportunity to incorporate patterns into a kitchen.
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The understated wine cork-style stools add a captivating element without taking too much away from the patterned island.
Why not add a design to the island in your favorite color?
A great way to bond on family night!
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A Simple Addition
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A kitchen island isn’t always about large countertop space and storage.
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An island isn’t just meant for the kitchen.
An island in a home bar provides a spot to enjoy a Champagne brunch or a delicious breakfast.
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A Stunning Multipurpose Island
This honed travertine island serves multiple purposes in this minimalistic home.
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What’s better than one kitchen island?
The combination of white oak wood and stone countertops creates the perfect balance of the natural elements.
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The end of the island features a wood accent that separates the eating area from the food prep area.
Bright bar stool cushions create a striking contrast and tie the white cabinetry into the space.
This design element brightens up the kitchen nook while adding a one-of-a-kind detail.
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Gold metal bar stools add a glam look to the kitchen.
Rattan chairs enhance the nature-inspired look of this kitchen while the antique brass pendant lights add texture and color.
The earthy tones bring a neutral contemporary look to the kitchen designed by AE Designs.
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Even the most simple furniture pieces can be repurposed into an island for the kitchen.
The woven stools and wood flooring brings warmth and coziness that make the kitchen feel more inviting.
This antique white table adds an elegant touch and is at the perfect height to make meal prep easier.
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Either way, everything in this kitchen lends a high end feel to the kitchen.
The benefit of creating your own is making it fit your exact needs.
Minimal White Kitchen Island
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Minimal design can make a powerful statement.
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Here, an all white kitchen is anchored but a large kitchen island with bar seating.
The bar stool provide welcome contrast with black cushions.
The whole aesthetic is sleek and polished.
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Tucked Away Open Shelving
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Open shelving can be subtle.
An overhanging countertop also provides space to tuck away seating, keeping walkways clear.
Metalic Accents
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you’ve got the option to’t go wrong with metallic accents.
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To balance it out, add a tray with kitchen essentials.
Open Shelving And Drawers
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Fashion your kitchen island to be multifunctional.
This works especially well on a white or black kitchen island.
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This allows all the colors to pop beautifully.
Neutral and Cozy Kitchen Island
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This neutral kitchen island is seriously cozy.
Plenty of soft seating with enough space to comfortably dine or enjoy a drink.
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Pendant lighting above the island anchors the space perfectly.
Add in some greenery in light clay vases and you’re set.
Compact stools with coordinating colors to the rest of the kitchen make the space feel intentional and cohesive.
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Two perfectly placed pendant lights add beautiful mood lighting.
Gray Tones and Wood
Gray and wood goes together seamlessly.
Here, low-profile wood stools are neatly tucked away with an overarching kitchen island.
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The decor-free stays with the tidy look.
Here, an irregularly-shaped kitchen island adds function and style to a smaller kitchen.
Black Kitchen Island With White Counters
Black and white is classic and timeless.
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Gold accents in the form of hardware?
Adding texture with whicker chairs keeps everything visually interesting.
Multifunctional Kitchen Island
Remember, functional can still be stylish.
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Large Square Kitchen Island
Kitchen islands don’t have to just be rectangular in shape.
A large statement light above the island highlights the space.
A marble backsplash and white cabinetry brightens up the space and makes the kitchen feel open and airy.
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Marble Countertop Kitchen Island
This airy kitchen is anchored beautifully by the marble kitchen island.
Light rattan chairs pair perfectly, with the chair’s black base adding necessary contrast to the room.
The large statement branches at the center of the island ties everything together.
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Modern and Glam
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Black, gold, and marble screams modern and glam.
Here, a simple wooden stand houses a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a jar.
It looks intentional and stylish.
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Black and White Kitchen Island
This black and white kitchen island makes a powerful statement.
The countertop matches the backsplash for a seamless look.
Gold accents throughout the rest of the kitchen adds beautiful contrast and a hint of glam.
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The lemons on the kitchen island add a welcome pop of color.
Blue and Marble Kitchen Island
JLA Designs
This blue and marble kitchen island is stunning.
An elevated counter at the end of the island leaves room for designated seating.
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Waterfall Kitchen Island
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How stunning is this waterfall kitchen island?
The green stone creates a cohesive look with the green-grey kitchen cabinets.
The statement lighting adds a pop of mod.
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Light Turquoise Kitchen Island
LeeAnn Baker Interiors
This turquoise kitchen island is breezy and beautiful.
The white marble countertops and the light wood chairs bring in a beach-y feel.
The lantern pendant lighting pulls everything together.
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Kitchen Island Perfect for Entertaining
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The setup of this kitchen is ideal for entertaining.
The kitchen island is close to the kitchen table, making it easy to socialize.
Comfy bar stool seating is a must and creates a cozy ambiance.
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A light-colored kitchen island adds beautiful contrast against the dark kitchen table.
Tiled Kitchen Island Base
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This tiled kitchen island screams 1970s mod.
The round light fixtures provide contrast to the many edges of the tiles.
Design byHouse of Chais/ Renovation byMajestic Construction Engrg
Kitchen Island With Moroccan Backsplash
Add some international flair with a Moroccan-style backsplash and island footwell.
Farmhouse Kitchen Island
There’s room for everybody at the farmhouse-style island in this kitchen.
Two Kitchen Islands
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Go for two kitchen islands and give each their own purpose.
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The molding in the drawers is mirrored along the sides of the island.
The color of the flooring and island’s sides go together nicely.
What is the best kitchen island layout?
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Placing it near a sink will give you easy access to water, which will also help with cooking.
Is it easier to buy a kitchen island or build one?
If you have woodworking skills and the time,building a kitchen islandmight be a better option.
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you’re free to customize the size and features to get exactly what you want and need.
However, it requires a higher skill level than a lot of other household projects.
If you have specific needs and a unique design style in mind, you canDIY the kitchen island.
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Otherwise, we recommend shopping for an island and finding one that fits your budget.
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