Who has not ever dreamed of having a Island of cooking? Aesthetically they dress a kitchen a lot, but its practicality is probably the most striking thing about this element. They help us distribute large open spaces and provide us with work and storage space.
The prominence that this element has taken on in our kitchens has made let your design evolve at high speed. Years ago it seemed unthinkable to integrate a kitchen table or a fireplace into the kitchen island. Today they are a reality. But what other characteristics can make one island stand out from another?
The materials
An island can be simple in design and yet unique. Why? By the material or materials used in its manufacture. The marble Carrara or Calacatta white and Marquina black are materials highly appreciated for their class and elegance. Also the kitchen islands of solid wood grained are gaining a great role, as well as those that offer us exclusive combinations of materials.
Integrated elements
The islands originally provided both a work surface and lower storage space. Sometimes some stools were also included for breakfast. Today, the islands integrate, however, many more elements. Now we are not satisfied with stools; we want a table for comfort. In addition, it is common to integrate the stove or sink into the worktop. Even the fireplace!
In addition, some accessories are becoming essential: racks to drain dishes, cutting boards and cavities. Recesses both to store the bread and to serve as a conduit to the garbage or hide plugs.
Modular designs
Recently I have also found modular islands in some of the catalogs of the most prestigious companies. They are made up of different modules that, appropriately combined with each other, generate compositions with all the necessary functions. They generally include both base units and tall furniture: this is another element that undoubtedly provides greater functionality.
Do you like the kitchen islands that we show you?