A kitchen island, if designed and built properly, is a beautiful feature of the home. But let’s not think of it merely as a design element, as we can incorporate an astonishing number of useful functions into it. Although there are also half-islands designed for smaller spaces, in this feature we’re showcasing fully-fledged, freestanding kitchen islands.
A kitchen island serving as a dining and serving area
Where there’s only room for a small kitchen island, it’s usually used as a counter surrounded by bar stools. It’s not the most comfortable dining solution in the world, but it can be perfect for breakfast or an evening glass of wine. In larger properties, it’s also common to have a small kitchen island, which is used more for quick meals or serving food, whilst there’s also space in the home for a full dining table alongside it. The solution shown in the picture is a simple, uncluttered piece of furniture; it doesn’t take up much space, yet it still serves to separate the open-plan kitchen slightly from the rest of the flat.
Extra storage space on the kitchen island
This kitchen island also provides storage space. This may be linked to its serving function – we can store plates and other items of crockery here – but quite apart from that, we can also store any other kitchen utensils here.
Rubbish storage on the kitchen island
It’s not used very often, although it’s by no means a bad idea. We could even fit a bin here, and let’s not forget about recycling either! This is already a standard feature in modern waste management systems, and if we’re renovating our kitchen anyway, why not give this some thought too?
The pets’ dining area
The dog’s bowl is always in plain sight, which doesn’t really suit a minimalist interior. This looks like a very stylish solution. However, whoever placed the treat boxes there clearly doesn’t have a four-legged pet, as dogs can easily reach them and will keep fiddling about until they get their paws on the tasty treats. But the dining area itself is very ingenious.
When there’s even room for a sink on the kitchen island
When there isn’t enough worktop space in a single-row, open-plan kitchen, a kitchen island can be a real lifesaver. After all, you don’t have to cram every function onto a single worktop; the sink, for example, looks just as good on a kitchen island. In the kitchen shown in the picture, there’s even space next to it for serving or dining.
Fitting the oven into the kitchen island
This huge kitchen island serves several purposes. As well as the sink, it also houses an oven. This is likely a family kitchen, with plenty of storage space. The dual dining area mentioned earlier can also be seen here. The kitchen island can seat up to three people at once, whilst a full dining table can be seen in the background.
When designing a kitchen island, there are countless factors to take into account. It is important that it is situated in a space of sufficient size, and attention must also be paid to the technical aspects of the design. For example, a cooker hob fitted on a kitchen island requires an extractor fan above it, and it is important to ensure the sink has the correct drainage, etc. It is worth entrusting this planning work to a professional who will not only help bring your ideas to life but will also provide detailed technical recommendations. If you have decided that you would like bespoke kitchen furniture, Please feel free to contact the experts at Mobilan, who offer a wealth of experience, references and comprehensive guarantees.
DID YOU KNOW? From 1 January 2021, you can apply for a non-repayable state grant under the 50% scheme, which can also be used for kitchen renovations! The grant, which is available up to a maximum of 3 million forints, covers both the cost of materials and the labour; you can read further details in our information article on this topic. Click HERE to view!
