Trash bags, houseplants and a good cry all have their role when it comes to this major life change

Size, seating height, all those appliance and storage options ... here's how to clear up the kitchen island confusion

More prep, seating and storage space? Check. But you’ll need to factor in traffic flow, seams and more when designing a long island

Maximize your cooking prep area and storage even if your kitchen isn't huge with an island sized and styled to fit

Installing an island can enhance your kitchen in many ways, and with good planning, even smaller kitchens can benefit

With all that extra space for slicing and dicing, dual islands make even unsavory kitchen tasks palatable

A new layout, tailored workstations and a rich mix of surfaces create a beautiful and functional family kitchen

Hybrid kitchen islands swap storage for a table-like look and more seating

When an island would be more hindrance than help, look to these alternative and very stylish kitchen setups

Nixing ready made for readily imaginative, these homeowners fashioned kitchen islands after their own hearts