Ideas for Kitchen Islands
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I got into design via Landscape Architecture, which I studied at the University of Virginia. I've been writing about design online for quite a few years over at Hatch: The Design Public Blog.
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No matter how many tempting cocktails and food bowls I leave in other rooms, whenever I have a party, everyone migrates around the kitchen island! I figure, if you can't beat 'em, go with the flow. Today's kitchen islands serves scads of purposes - some contain stovetops, some sinks, dishwashers, storage, wine racks, shelves, baskets...the possibilities have become endless.
The following kitchens serve many purposes, but most of all, the ensure that the hostess will never be lonely in the kitchen. I hope they'll give you some good ideas for how to utilize your island. Oh, and if you want people to leave you alone while you're cooking, I suggest eighty-sixing any island plans!
The following kitchens serve many purposes, but most of all, the ensure that the hostess will never be lonely in the kitchen. I hope they'll give you some good ideas for how to utilize your island. Oh, and if you want people to leave you alone while you're cooking, I suggest eighty-sixing any island plans!
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by Clark Harris
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| The dark base of this island really grounds the bright kitchen. |
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| Here the island includes a sink, a place to pull up a beautiful stool, and storage for pasta. |
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This marble used on the top and sides gives this island clean lines.
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The lighting unifies the island. Check out that clever spot for a pot rack.
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This mega-island even has room for a library of cookbooks.
by Gast Architects
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A butcher block section gives cooks a place to cut.
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Rounded edges add elegance to this open kitchen/dining area.
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by Gast Architects
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| This beautiful wood counter makes a big style statement in this kitchen. |
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| The dishwasher is conveniently located next to the island sink. |
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This island is made from salvaged pieces. The final product is distressed and beautiful.
| This counter is made from reclaimed antique oak - a wonderful reuse/repurposing result! |
| With the stovetop located here, the chef can look guests right in the eye while preparing meals. |
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This is such a wonderful example of an undermount sink.
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by Amoroso Design
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katyharper Where can I get that red fruit holder in the third to last picture? I love that!
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Becky Harris It looks very MoMA Store to me- perhaps the designers could let you know? I did a quick google search and only found ugly baskets, WAY beautiful but expensive Alessi, and hanging bananas. I had not seen it before but it is very cool, isn't it?
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ninablauner love the pony skin chairs...anyone know where I can buy them?
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Rupa gorgeous kitchens. but specially loved the way pasta was showcased in that kitchen above. Also loved the space created for cook books!!!
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Ideabook updated on Feb. 18, 2010.
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