The Importance of the Kitchen Island

When it comes to the ideal kitchen design, the island is an essential element that is usually installed in the middle of the room, offering different functionalities for preparing and serving food. Therefore, when it comes to designing and remodeling this room, you should put emphasis on designing which island to get because it can have a huge impact in the overall appeal of the space. Typically, the island serves as a countertop and offers storage areas under it. It is the core of the cooking area where food preparation is done from start to finish. Many elements can be integrated into the island like a stovetop for cooking and a sink for washing dishes. Bar stools can be installed on one side so that it can serve as an eating area as well. Hence, when it comes to designing or remodeling this space, adding an island adds great value to this room.

What you need to know about islands

When choosing an island for your space, there are many factors involved in making the final decision. Here are some of the important factors in choosing a kitchen island:

1.Size

When installing an island, an important consideration is its size. It should offer sufficient countertop space but it shouldn’t eat up the entire space in the room. It should still be easy for people to walk around it. In essence, it should appear in proportion to the rest of the room while having enough space for fixtures and appliances. If you have a smaller area, you want to get a worktable instead of an island so as not to occupy the entire room with the island.

2.Cost

It is important to determine from the start how much you are willing to pay for the island. Depending on the material and finishing, an island can be modestly priced or expensive. Of course, islands that are created with custom craftsmanship are more expensive than those that are mass produced and widely available. Additionally, islands are much more expensive compared to smaller worktables. The size also contributes to the cost of the island, as a bigger island is likely to be more expensive than smaller ones.

3.Installation

Once you have selected an island that you like, you should determine how the installation will be completed. You may be tempted to do it on your own, but if you are knowledgeable with this process, you’ll know that it is best to leave it to the professionals. Let them install your island so you don’t have anything else to worry about other than what to cook for dinner.

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From start to finish Kurtis was a great company to work with. From the initial contact and design concept with Gregory Holster to the cabinet drop off team, the install team led by project manager Jeff Tuomi and the countertop company, the project was on time and all work was performed beyond expectations. This was greatly appreciated seeing as it was completed on December 23. All the people involved were professional and did an excellent job.

Ken M.

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Shannon O.

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