{"id":227271,"date":"2021-11-09T01:33:40","date_gmt":"2021-11-09T09:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendey.jahaweb.com\/?p=227271"},"modified":"2021-11-09T01:33:40","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T09:33:40","slug":"kitchen-island-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/?p=227271","title":{"rendered":"12 Kitchen Island Design Ideas for Any Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Adding a kitchen island is a great way to gain extra counter space and storage space in your kitchen. But perhaps an island\u2019s greatest power is how it invariably becomes the preferred gathering spot for your family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on what elements you include in your island design, it can serve as a cooking, cleaning, dining, and\/or prep space. If you don\u2019t want to commit to a full kitchen remodel, you can still enjoy some of the benefits of an island by purchasing a movable kitchen island. Check out our collection of best kitchen island ideas and you\u2019ll likely find one that\u2019s perfect for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Contemporary Kitchen Island Elegance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A contemporary kitchen benefits from a kitchen island that reflects modern kitchen design\u2019s clean lines and surfaces. A pure white marble or quartz countertop is ideal in a contemporary kitchen, but darker marble or stainless steel work equally well. A grey or other neutral color palette allows your contemporary texture and design to stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Even so, color is definitely at home in contemporary kitchen design. Try a clear glass countertop on a brightly painted minimalist kitchen island. Go with hot pink, bright turquoise, or another favorite color to create a dramatic rectangular kitchen island. A bold metal pendant light fixture completes the look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Choosing the Perfect Countertop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since counter space is one of the benefits of having a kitchen island, put some serious thought into the type of countertop you choose. Not only does the material matter, the design plays a big part in the overall appearance of your island. Waterfall countertops are currently popular, where the marble or quartz surface \u201cfalls\u201d over the corners to extend to the floor in one smooth line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A cantilevered countertop is one that creates bar seating beneath the surface. It doesn\u2019t have legs supporting it. There may be no additional support required, or it may be supported by corbels or brackets beneath. Marble, granite, or butcher block countertops are good choices when cantilevering is desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. DIY Kitchen Island Inspirations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a relatively good woodworker, a DIY kitchen island may be a fun project to tackle. When you do it yourself, you can save money by using reclaimed wood or countertops<\/a>. Hundreds of DIY kitchen island idea plans can be found online, including this one that features an under-counter microwave, seating, storage, and a marble quartz countertop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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