We don't have much counter space in our 12x10 kitchen design. I am wondering what you guys think about a small 3-4 x 2-3 island in the middle? It will have a 21" cabinet facing the oven and a butcher block countertop with a 10" overhang with stools on the other side for breakfast etc.

I have read multiple threads here about 36" being the minimum distance between cabinets, but what about bare walls? Do that minimum distance apply to island to wall as well?

P.S. New member; please be kind.