Kitchen islands: advantages and disadvantages

Onekitchen islandnot only brings additional storage space and work surface to your kitchen, but also flexibility and style. Whether askitchen blockwith integratedcooktop extractoror as a central meeting point for family and friends - a kitchen island enhances every kitchen. Especially in open floor plans, it allows a smooth transition between the kitchen and living area and thus creates an inviting ambience. You can find advantages and disadvantages as well as tips and tricks here.

21. August 2024

Lukas Jung

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1. What are the advantages of a kitchen island?
2. What are the disadvantages of a kitchen island?
3. What should you look for in a kitchen island?
4. What minimum dimensions should a kitchen island have?

What are the advantages of a kitchen island?

Onekitchen islandoffers numerous advantages: It creates additional storage space and expands the work surface, which often makes cooking with several people possible.
It is an ideal place for quick meals or social gatherings, as it can be used as a bar. In addition, a kitchen island withcooktop extractorCooking takes place right in the center of the kitchen. This means you are always close to your guests and the atmosphere is more sociable.
In large kitchens without a dining table, it offers the opportunity to make optimal use of the space.

What are the disadvantages of a kitchen island?

Althoughkitchen islandsWhile they offer many advantages, there are also some disadvantages to consider. They require a lot of space, which makes themsmall kitchensIn addition, the cost of a kitchen island, especially with built-in appliances such as a ceramic hob withcooktop extractor, quickly become very high.

Planning and installation also requires more effort and precise planning, especially if connections for electricity and water have to be laid. So if you no longer want to open up your floor to lay connections for your kitchen island, the options are already somewhat limited.

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What should you look for in a kitchen island?

When planning akitchen islandthe available space should be carefully examined. It is important that there is enough freedom of movement around the island so that the functionality of the kitchen is not restricted.
Consider what functions the island should fulfill: Should it only serve as a work surface, or do you also want to integrate a hob or a sink? In this case, a powerfulcooktop extractorcrucial for extracting cooking fumes directly. However, you also need the right connections for this. If these are available or you can install them there, you are already a whole step further.

What minimum dimensions should a kitchen island have?

The minimum dimensions of akitchen islanddepend on the function it is intended to fulfill. A simple work island without equipment should be at least 60 cm deep and 120 cm wide to provide sufficient space.
Should ahobIf the unit is to be integrated, a depth of at least 80 cm is advisable to ensure sufficient distance from the edges.

The distance to the surrounding kitchen is also important: At least 90 cm of freedom of movement should be planned around the island to enable smooth working.small kitchensA narrower island can be considered to make optimal use of the space.

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Conclusion: A kitchen island for more flexibility and style

Onekitchen islandis an asset to any kitchen, not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. It offers additional storage space, extends the work surface and creates a central place for cooking and eating together. It unfolds its full potential especially in large kitchens, but with the right planning it can also be used insmall kitchensbe used sensibly. With the right materials and functions, the kitchen island becomes the heart of your home.

Does a kitchen island also fit in small kitchens?

Yes, with clever planning and the choice of a narrower island, even insmall kitchensa kitchen island can be used sensibly.

What functions can a kitchen island perform?

Onekitchen islandcan be used as additional work surface, storage space, seating or as a cooking and washing station with integratedcooktop extractorThis depends heavily on whether and how you can install electricity, gas or water connections to your island.

How much space should be planned around a kitchen island?

Around thekitchen islandAt least 90 cm of freedom of movement should be planned to enable comfortable working.

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