I would not in this kitchen.

Waterfall islands are nice but they are not the be-all-end-all. I think you need a soffit above your upper cabinets more than anything. Is there a reason you want that gap above the upper cabinets? I hope everything comes out exactly the way you want, good luck with your project!

You're not getting a slab long enough to waterfall with vein/movement match.

you said it yourself... the waterfall will take away from your differently colored island and make the kitchen look more white. Your color palette is really pretty--my vote would be no on the the waterfall...

The outlets issue raised by thinkdesignlive is important. Most building inspectors will enforce outlet requirements, or you risk not getting sign off. And trying to put outlets into waterfall sides can detract from the aesthetic (and is very difficult if not thought through at template stage).

I too am wondering why the space above the cabinets. As for the waterfall I love the look but they do hinder stool movement and take asome beating from feet too, plus having the underside polished too is expensive.

We like the waterfall look in certain kitchens, but your kitchen will look great without it.

Chelsea Loft: Kitchen · More Info

Hello everyone. I have the same question. Do you suggest to go for it?

What did you end up doing? Also, are your floors installed under your cabinets?

Would not. Trend. Would not add to aesthetics or value of your kitchen.

I did not and really like the practicality of the outlets on the side of my island for the stand mixer and for the lights on the mini Xmas tree.

Also, although my kitchen design started clean and understated, that changed after I was unable to find anyone local willing to take the liability of putting a handle on a full sized cabinet single door fridge and freezer and so got appliances with factory stainless doors instead. Then the bar stools to come will add more detail. I'm glad I didn't waterfall the island because there are too many focal points already, I don't need another.