An L-shaped kitchen features two rows of cabinets and countertops that run perpendicular to each other.
It allows for plenty of storage and prep space.
This ensures your kitchen is functional for easy meal prep and cleanup.
Erin Williamson Design
Multifunctional Island
Brophy Interiors
This large kitchen has it all.
Extra Countertop Space
Britt Design Studio
The stove and oven are separate cooking elements in thiscoastal-inspired kitchen.
Tip
The minimum recommended size for a kitchen island is at least 24x48 inches.
Michelle Berwick Design
Leave at least 36 inches of clearance around the island on all sides to preserve flow.
Size up according to the dimensions and layout of your kitchen.
Clever Storage
The kitchen island is a great opportunity to add clever storage space.
Brophy Interiors
These shelves on one side of the island provide a perfect spot tostore your favorite cookbooksor everyday kitchen items.
There’s even space to tuck in the bar stools so there’s more room in the kitchen.
This kitchen island has everything you better get your work done, from comfortable chairs tooutletsfor all your devices.
Britt Design Studio
(Plus, easy access to food for those much needed snack breaks.)
During food prep, the outlets also provide an extra spot to use your small appliances.
Thelighting above the islandprovides plenty of light for meal prep while the bronze accents add style.
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One wall featurescabinetrywhile the adjacent wall has open shelving that adds a laidback feel.
Double Duty Table
Ashley Montgomery Design
you could incorporate an island in smaller L-shaped kitchens, too.
Here, a table serves as both a place to dine and a food prep station.
Britt Design Studio
Narrow Kitchen Island
This small, modern kitchen is just as functional as a large kitchen.
Britt Design Studio
Emily Henderson Design/ Photo bySara Ligorria-Tramp
Erin Williamson Design
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Christina Kim Interior Design/ Photo byRaquel Langworthy
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