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island help!

11 years ago
We are in the last phases of a kitchen remodel. We kinda winged it (I know, a big no-no!) on the island design as we weren't exactly sure what we wanted. So here is what we have so far. Granite countertop will overhang about 10 inches, with chairs tucked in below. On the right side we are thinking two 15x24 glass shelves. Tall baseboard will go across the bottom, but not the leg. The island itself will more than likely be painted a light grey color; the rest of the kitchen cabinets are off-white shaker style. What do you think about the design/idea? How about the leg design? Any better ideas? HELP! :)

Comments (14)

  • 11 years ago
    Led looks odd the way it butts up to the wall
  • 11 years ago

    Chairs and glass at knee and foot level could be an issue. If you are set on that look use plexiglass. Also for the sake of symmetry I suggest 3 more legs. You can get legs that are 3/4 (pie slice) cut out that will snug to the cabinet.

  • 11 years ago
    The leg doesn't actually doesn't butt up to the wall. Its about 10 inches or so from the column.
  • 11 years ago
    Lucido, you bring up an excellent point that we didn't think of. Have any other ideas instead of shelves?
  • 11 years ago
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    What is the size of the opening? l x w x h Perhaps a kid fridge? I have a small fridge in the kitchen that holds my little guys drinks and snacks. He can reach it easily and it eliminates him grabbing a chair and foraging through the main fridge. Most of all it empowers his independence. Another thought would be a small freezer, wine fridge or wood shelves and baskets. If you do any of the above I would also suggest that you put a false side to square off that cabinet.

    Although the leg does not butt to the side I would still add the other legs so it does not look like a one legged pirate.

  • 11 years ago
    lucidos, LOVE the idea of a kids fridge. We have 3.5 and 1.5 boys that would too. But that was one of the reasons we purchased the Samsung 4 door fridge! (at an amazing price!) The measurements are 59 length x 36 h. The closed part is 30 l and the open area is 29 l.
  • 11 years ago
    hubs says another leg won't fit! We really don't like the thin legs
  • 11 years ago

    you could skip legs entirely by getting a brace that installs inside the wall (or cabinet) and extends out along the underside of your counter for support. then, no leg to work around, no asymmetry, etc.


    definitely no on the glass shelves. you could put in some wine storage, maybe cookbook shelves (wood), an extra regular cupboard or pair of drawers -- the possibilities are endless!

  • 11 years ago

    What about a roll out cart for trash?


    Or multiple vertical or horizontal shelves to hold items like baking pans/cutting boards/serving trays/


  • 11 years ago
    I'm digging the idea of wooden shelves with the frame built out so it's enclosed on the sides but open in the front to hold baskets. still iffy on the leg, but leaning towards no. I don't know if I can look at it now without wanting to say "ahoy matey"! haha
  • 11 years ago
    lucidos, trash would have been perfect but we have that in another cabinet. love the shelves tho
  • 11 years ago

    O mi I'm sorry I shouldn't have said that. It was rude and you have my apologies.

  • 11 years ago
    accepted but definitely not needed!! I thought it was funny and wasn't offended in the least! I thank you for all your time and awesome ideas :)