1. THEY MAKE A HOUSE A HOME
'Yes, we need them, and they are useful,' exclaims Joey Conicella, President of SOCO Interiors. 'Islands are often the hub of the home – kids doing homework, working from home and a casual meal spot.' Proving how just about everyone in the household, not to mention guests, will take joy in gathering around and using this specific kitchen space.
2. AN ISLAND CAN KINDLY CARVE OUT DISTINCT AREAS
Some prefer kitchen island seating, but forgoing seats around an island may see you unveiling another exciting benefit of kitchen islands. Gillian Gillies of Gillian Gillies Interiors, thinks it is best to keep them a little more pared back to defining different zones in your home far easier.
3. LARGE SPACES NEED THEM TO CREATE THE COVETED KITCHEN TRIANGLE
Some spaces will benefit from an island more than others. But if a large and spacious kitchen is without an island, it could be much to its detrminent. 'Not every kitchen is well-suited for an island,' notes Conicella. 'Galley and U-shaped kitchens are notoriously challenging for islands. There’s just not enough space!
4. KITCHEN ISLAND VARIATIONS HAVE A PLACE IN EVERY HOME
Though not always the case in the world of interior design, when it comes to kitchen island alternatives for space-starved small kitchens, or awkwardly-shaped designs, you can in fact have your cake and eat it too.
5. KITCHEN ISLANDS ARE FOREVER EVOLVING
New kitchen trends surface all throughout the year, and since islands are an intrinsic part of a modern kitchen design, you can expect to find fresh takes to reignite your home decor and interior design scheme regularly.