Kitchen islands are always high on our clients wish list. There’s no denying that kitchen islands not only have a lot going for them practicality wise but they also act as a significant design feature. They also provide extra storage, can neatly house appliances, create an extra place to prep, produce a middle ground between runs of other cabinetry, and as we all know the island becomes a place for everyone to congregate.
To help you decide if island life is for you, we take a little look into the pros of this stellar feature.
E N T E R T A I N
The perfect host always has time for their guests, and an island can be instrumental with that. Placed in the centre of the room, an island can encourage you to connect with your guests, creating a platform for you to chat, cook and serve with ease. Your kitchen shouldn’t be designed just for cooking but for inviting everyone to gather, especially this time of year.
M U L T I F U N C T I O N A L
The trend for multifunctional living is going nowhere and the kitchen space is no exception. Islands offer us the versatility to adapt to the needs of the moment. For example counter seats add flexibility to dining which is a multifunctional aspect that adapts to a modern lifestyle. Assuming you have sufficient space and good clearances around it, having a kitchen island is still one of the best ways to create a functional, flowing multi purpose kitchen.
S T A T E M E N T
A kitchen island can really act as the central statement piece, drawing together all the other elements of the kitchen and marrying the design ethos and overall feel. There is also an abundance of choices from luxurious marble to stylish silestone, and there really is a look and feel for every taste. More interesting colour choices have also proved popular of late with clients choosing bold colours that truly ensure the island takes centre stage.
F L O W
Although islands are often included in a design thanks to their social qualities, they also offer ample opportunity for spreading out cooking and cleaning facilities to make a kitchen easier to use. When designed and placed correctly, a kitchen island can really enhance the overall flow of the space. By providing a central workspace and breaking up the room, an island can make your kitchen feel more organised and efficient ultimately helping to optimise the kitchen work triangle.
For those with families and busy lifestyles, the kitchen island is a very rewarding design choice, however as important is to remember it can also add extra work. With all its convenience, a kitchen island can become a dumping ground for clutter. To keep the space looking the best, it’s essential to stay organised and declutter regularly. Maintenance is also an important factor to consider when choosing your surface, and as with most design considerations, space availability is key.
As always our designers at Mowlem and Co. are on hand to assist with any questions you may have when considering your dream kitchen space. As a truly bespoke company there’s (almost) nothing we can’t achieve.
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Interior Design Credit Bernard Interiors