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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Zara Stacey

Are kitchen islands outdated? Kitchen experts reveal how these perfectly practical designs will never be passé

Are kitchen islands outdated? Green, gold and gray marble island. Multi-tiered island with seating. Colorful marble island with wooden cabinetry.

Providing extra storage, counter space, and creating an inviting hub in which individuals can gather, sit and socialize, there is, of course, a lot to love about a kitchen island. 

But have kitchen island ideas waned in popularity over the years? There is no denying their versatility and ability to transform the look and feel of a kitchen with beautiful shapes and materials, but not all spaces benefit from an island, and for some kitchen layout, sometimes there is simply no room for one.

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