Tiny Kitchen Islands Take the Floor
What these kitchen islands lack in size, they make up for in hardworking function
Not so long ago in the kitchen design world, bigger was better. In addition to massive range hoods and long walls of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, you'd find an island the size of an aircraft carrier. These days, trends have swung toward http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/13546/list/Tips-for-Downsizing---Pain-Free-">downsizing, and that includes small-scale islands that work hard enough to offset their reduced surface and storage space. Check out the successful strategies below.
Islands on casters are common, but this little stroke of genius goes one better: It slips beneath the countertop when it's not needed. In a small kitchen, such flexibility makes all the difference in function.
Talk about teeny! At first glance you might think there's no way to squeeze an island into this compact kitchen. I don't know how much room this homeowner has to walk around it, but the extra storage and prep space would be worth it for me.
This petite island's top has just enough overhang to accommodate a single seat. Note too how the transparent stool adds little visual bulk, which helps preserve an open feel.
This kitchen probably could have accommodated a bigger island, but the diminutive blue version gives the space extra breathing room.
A towel holder on one end puts this cottage-style island to work.
Here's repurposing at its best. An old sewing table is transformed into a little island, with one-of-a-kind character that absolutely makes the kitchen.
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