Transitional Kitchen Transitional Kitchen, Atlanta

Cover (but rethink) the basics. Even those who rarely cook should include a few basic appliances in the kitchen. You never know if you may one day decide to cook at home more often, and even if you don’t enjoy cooking frequently, most people occasionally need a kitchen stocked with the basics. A fridge and freezer, a stovetop, an oven, a sink, a dishwasher, a toaster and a microwave are the bare bones for most kitchens. That said, these pieces do not need to be massive to get the job done. In fact, going overboard on appliances may just make cooking in your kitchen seem more intimidating.

A galley kitchen such as the one seen here may not seem to need an island, but creating a midpoint prep station makes cooking easier, adds counter space in between the sink and oven and provides a spot for an extra person to help with the meal. (While one person is sauteeing up a storm, the other can be slicing and dicing.)The general rule of kitchen design is to allow for 3 feet (about 1 meter) of clearance between a fixed island and other surfaces for comfort, safety and ease of use. But in the case of movable islands or kitchen carts, this isn’t critical, as you can adjust the space as needed.

Empty floor space. Whether they’re freestanding or on casters, small kitchen islands can be useful in a wide range of spaces. They can move around and serve several functions: an additional food prep area, a bar or serving station when entertaining, or a casual dining table. Being able to integrate storage into these islands further adds to their value. Just consider the workflow of the space to make sure you can get around when the dishwasher or drawers are open.Browse kitchen islands and carts

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