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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Thomas Litten

How to plan the ultimate cooks' kitchen island – advice from kitchen designers

Three images of kitchen islands with sinks and or integrated hobs.

Ask any home cook what kitchen feature they most covet, and chances are they'll say a kitchen island. Countertops are all good and well, but nothing beats the satisfaction of having all that additional space to prep and cook your meals.

Although there are many types of kitchen islands, not all of them are created equally. For instance, small kitchen islands are perfectly novel, but how can you be expected to balance all your ingredients, kitchen tools, and a glass of Pinot Grigio on a tiny worktop?

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