This spacious, furniture-style island -- topped with granite -- makes meal prep and baking easier. It also boasts significant storage within its cabinets and drawers, so cooking utensils and baking equipment are close at hand. The oak island's dark stain gives it greater prominence, contrasting nicely with the light perimeter cabinets.
Table for Five
This spacious kitchen island stands in for a traditional kitchen table and chairs. In fact, five people can comfortably dine at the island together. In addition, the medium-stained wood island adds warmth and a focal point to the otherwise all-white kitchen.
Expert Tip: A long island is a space-saving substitute in small kitchens where a breakfast nook or dining area isn't possible. Give it a friendlier design by attaching a radius-curve table at one end.
Sleek Island
A dark island base with clean, sleek lines contrasts with light wall cabinets to create a dramatic focal point in this contemporary kitchen. The island's granite top incorporates a small sink and a butcher-block cutting board for meal prep, as well as an overhang that allows for dining. The inset cutting board lies flush with the granite for easy cleanup.
Cottage Style
This butcher-block-topped island centers an open kitchen floor plan, easing traffic flow between the kitchen and adjacent rooms. In addition, the island features a second oven so two cooks don't have to contend over one. White-painted cabinets and beaded board reinforce the room's vintage cottage style. Built-in shelves at the end offer convenient storage for cookbooks and collectibles.
Full of Activity
In this lovely kitchen, a furniture-style island accommodates a variety of activities. Topped with honed black granite, the lengthy island offers plentiful work space. Boasting a refrigerator, icemaker, and small sink, the island can also function as a mini bar area. An extension at one end of the island -- that stands 6 inches lower -- serves as a casual dining spot.
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