Choosing a New Design for Your Home and Garden

Your kitchen is at the heart of every meal you prepare to feed your family, so you'll want a space that offers you both aesthetic design and functional value. A kitchen island is an excellent addition during kitchen renovations because it allows you to create a versatile space that can be used as a workstation, a dining table, a dishwashing area or even a storage unit. Here are some clever tips to consider for adding Islands during kitchen renovations. 

Build in the Functionality You Desire

While kitchen islands are versatile spaces, the functionality you desire will influence the overall design. Think of everything you would like to have and consider whether they are practical additions to add to the island. If you're looking to entertain guests, you may want to consider an island large enough to host people over a meal. If you want a sink integrated, you will need to accommodate the sink and plumbing into the design. If you want it as a workstation, choose durable top materials like timber, stainless steel or high-quality laminate that won't get damaged easily. If you're looking for smart storage, make sure you integrate drawers, shelves and cabinets into your island design during kitchen renovations. Think of your new island as the solution to fix what is currently missing in your kitchen for full-fledged functionality. 

Plan the Size Based on Movement Space

You will need to consider the movement space available in your kitchen when planning the size of the kitchen island. Consider both horizontal and vertical space. Vertical space is important if you want to integrate an overhead range over the cooktop or if you want to install an overhead chandelier. Horizontal space that allows free movement along the kitchen aisles is important, so make sure your size allows you to move seamlessly between different kitchen fixtures. You certainly don't want to work in a cramped kitchen when moving large kitchen dishes from one place to another, so make sure you're smart with your horizontal and vertical size specifications.

Integrate the Materials with the Rest of Your Kitchen Theme 

You'll want to maintain a cohesive theme between your island and other fixtures during kitchen renovations, so be sure to choose similar materials, styles and colours. For example, granite or timber bench tops look great in a kitchen with wooden cabinets, while marble bench tops look stupendous in an all-white kitchen. Similarly, your island cabinets could be in the same wooden or stainless steel material as your existing kitchen cabinets to maintain continuity.

Use these smart tips when adding islands to your kitchen renovations. Talk to companies like Cabinetry Solutions for more ideas.