Tips for Designing a Kitchen Island

Once reserved for only the wealthiest of homes, kitchen islands are now becoming essential components in homes among all income levels. These versatile additions add counter space to kitchens lacking it; they offer the perfect breakfast spot, the ideal homework station, and the best place to film your YouTube cooking videos.

But, in order for a kitchen island to be able to deliver everything you need it to and more, it needs to be designed for your unique kitchen. Here are some key tips and considerations for designing a kitchen island from Trinity Custom Homes Georgia.

Be Realistic

Everybody wishes they had the kitchen island they see in the latest home design magazine. But, that’s not realistic. There’s no way that magnificent piece of furniture is going to fit in your kitchen. So, the first thing you need to do is be realistic about the size and scope of your kitchen island. This will help ensure that your finished product not only complements your kitchen, but completes it.

Size It Right

Taking the last section just one step further, you need to make sure your island is sized right for the space you have to work with. Make it too large and you’ll feel claustrophobic, but make it too small and your island will not provide you with the benefits you’re expecting.

Keep the Aisle Space Appropriate

Aisle space is also important when you’re designing a kitchen island because you want enough freedom of movement to be able to do the things you need to do comfortably. Most professional designers recommend aisle widths of at least 36 inches for small kitchens and at least 42 inches for larger kitchens.

Think Outside of the Box

When most people think of kitchen islands, they think about the traditional square-shaped island. But, a kitchen island can be created in a variety of shapes and sizes. Work with your designer and let your creativity fly. You’ll be more likely to design an island that not only works for your kitchen, but also reflects your personal style and taste.

Make Sure It Fits Your Needs

You’ll have specific needs for your kitchen island, so you’ll want to ensure that it meets your needs. For instance, if you plan on using it for food preparation, then you might want to include a large butcher’s block or second sink. Or, if you want it more for countertop space and storage, then you’ll want to ensure it has enough storage units and cabinet space to suit your needs.

Lighting Considerations

In order to get the most out of your kitchen island, and add even more beauty to your kitchen, you will want to choose the right lighting to illuminate your island’s surface. For this reason, pendant lighting is a popular choice, as is recessed lighting.

Let Trinity Custom Homes Georgia Design the Perfect Kitchen for Your Home

Trinity Custom Homes in Georgia has professional in-house designers who can will work with you to ensure your new kitchen is exactly as you want it. We are fully committed to designing and building the homes our clients want and we work extremely hard to ensure our customers are always satisfied. To learn more about the ways we can help you, call Trinity Custom Homes in Georgia today at 888-818-0278. We look forward to helping you design your dream kitchen.