How To Design A Kitchen Island

When choosing an open kitchen design, if space allows, an island is usually added to share the pressure of the main countertop and provide more convenience for home life.

However, after a long time, you will find that some kitchen islands are good-looking, but they can't resist it and eventually become a sundries collection table.

So, How to design a kitchen island?

In fact, the most important reason for this problem is the lack of consideration in the design of the island.

For example, the island is divided into independent type, extension type and peninsula type according to the shape; according to the function, it is divided into dining tabel island, storage island, bar island and so on. If you want the island to be more practical, you need to consider the actual needs.

Meal Preparation Island

The main countertop of this kind of kitchen is mainly the cooking area, and the island is used as the washing area and the preparation area, the flow line is smooth, and it is very efficient to use.

Note: It is necessary to maintain a certain distance between the island and the kitchen cabinet. Generally, the distance is about 100cm-120cm, which can not only ensure the free movement of people, but also not affect the switch of the cabinet door.

Dining Table Island

When it comes to the most popular island designs, the dining table island is definitely one of them, which have multiple functions such as cooking, dining, and work.

For larger kitchens, a dining table can be extended from the island to make a dining table, island and dining tabel integration.

Two points to note:

① There must be a certain height difference between the island and the dining table, the island should a little higher than the dining table;

② A space needs to be reserved under the countertop for the placement of the legs.

If your kitchen is small, it can be made into a peninsula island. 

Storage Island

The storage island is also a very practical type, especially for those families who love to cook. This island can store a lot of tableware and kitchen appliances.

It should be noted that this island design, because some parts require hydropower construction, before the design, the arrangement of the sink, built-in appliances and storage should be considered.

No matter what kind of island, it is necessary to plan the size and function according to the kitchen space and needs, so that the island can exert its powerful functions.