The hardworking kitchen island can be a very functional and beautiful centerpiece of a kitchen design, and it's one of the most popular features of a modern kitchen. But it's not the only way to go.

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A kitchen island can serve as the hub and heartbeat of a home. When well-designed, it can also transform the kitchen into a more efficient and inviting space for food prep, dining or socializing, says ...

A dreamy kitchen with a large island for preparing meals and seating multiple guests isn’t in the cards for everyone, and that's perfectly fine. If your setup is on the small side, there are smart ...

Here’s how to design an island that works for your particular space and the way you use your kitchen. By Tim McKeough As the kitchen evolved from a work space hidden from guests to the place where ...

Mustering up ultrafunctional small kitchen island ideas may seem challenging, but it’s worth the effort. After all, an island is the star of the kitchen, and even with a tiny footprint, these pieces ...