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'We’re seeing a real shift' - freestanding kitchen islands are making a comeback, and I've found the best at La Redoute

Laredoute kitchen island.

A kitchen island is often the marker of a truly stylish kitchen, but what happens if you don't have one and a renovation isn't on the horizon? While freestanding kitchen units were once a trait of farmhouse kitchens, there are more and more to choose from now to bring your dream island look to life.

If you don't already have a kitchen island in your layout and a renovation isn't on the horizon, then adding your own freestanding option is the perfect solution. Traditionally, freestanding kitchen islands were used in farmhouses for multi-functional meal preparation, where they could be moved around the space easily.

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