This shape is not just in modern interiors, as the transitional kitchen below shows. Now this is something we’re excited to see more of: dramatic islands with curves! As the trend for organic shapes in interiors continues to take hold, we’ll see plenty of rounded shapes used to soften edges and spaces. Source: Anthology Creative Studio Curved Kitchen Island In some kitchens the second island creates a home for extra appliances such as a beverage fridge or second dishwasher, visually divides open-concept spaces, and/or provides display shelves. Not only does it provide highly desirable extra counter space, but it also nicely divides the eating/socializing counter from the prep/cooking. Have some extra space in that kitchen and love to entertain? Then double down with two islands. Source: Christopher Scott Cabinetry Double Kitchen Island The beauty of this style is that it works well in smaller spaces too.
This eye-catching island looks like a table with storage built underneath, or a kitchen island extending into a tabletop with two legs. Source: Amber Interiors – Client Bu, Round Two Kitchen Island Table Source: Lindye Galloway – Moody Oceanfront Bonus: The two counter heights keep prep mess separate from the eating area. But instead of teetering on counter-height stools, you can pull up a chair to a counter dropped to dining table height. Some homes are ditching the kitchen table in favour of a dining island. Source: Pure Design – Upward Residence Kitchen Island with Dining Table Featuring a gorgeous streamlined countertop with a waterfall or clean sides, and camouflaged touch-latch cupboards in the front. The oversized dining island often spans the entire kitchen, seating at least five people. If you’ve been spending any time ogling contemporary kitchens lately, you’ll have seen these massive islands.
Here’s our round-up of dramatic kitchen islands that are catching our eye right now. No, make that the main floor.īesides packing a huge design punch, they’re also multi-functional-even when they’re small. These kitchen islands are clearly the boss of the room. Lately the design of kitchen islands has become braver: scale, materials, colour, finishes and/or format merge to produce a show-stopping centerpiece. It’s the powerhouse providing prep space, essential storage, and a coveted spot to dine or socialize. If the kitchen is truly the heart of the home and main gathering place, then the kitchen island is the MVP.
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