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Remodeling Your Kitchen Island? Consider These Trends in Island Design
By Sarah Clark
sarah.clark@homeimprovementideas.net
Home Improvement Ideas Columnist
According to the National Association of Home Builders, island work areas are one of the most popular kitchen features among consumers. The NAHB also reports that buyers of new homes consistently request island work areas in the kitchen. Invest in one of your kitchen's most desirable features with these trends in kitchen island remodeling and design.
Islands are not only functional, but also serve as a center of gravity, inviting all who surround it to occupy its' space, which is both practical and comfortable. The following list provides a summary of some of the most popular trends in kitchen island remodeling.
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Popular Kitchen Island Features
- Waste Management. The task of keeping your kitchen tidy is simplified with cleaning features such as pull-out bins for recycling, compost, and trash. Garbage disposals and dishwashers built-in to an island also make cleaning convenient.
- Ventilation. A dual-action ventilation system that includes a down-draft fan along with a ceiling exhaust fan ensures that strong odors from fish and other pungent foods are minimized.
- Cooking and Food Preparation. Kitchen islands are now available with a cook top, oven, sinks, and pull-out drawer refrigerators. Other food preparation features include electrical outlets for small appliances and built-in butcher block counters.
- Storage. Homeowners are incorporating storage shelves in their islands to display and store wine, cookbooks, and other items. Storage areas for flatware, dinnerware, and kitchen cleaning products are also popular.
Additionally, the NAHB has identified a few popular features in island design and remodeling:
- Islands illuminated with colorful pendant lights
- Rolling islands
- Granite-topped islands
- Islands with fancy feet and furniture-like pilasters
These simple ideas in island design will put you on your way to getting the most out of your island, making it a feature that increases the desirability of your home to your family, friends, and potential buyers.
About the Author
Sarah Clark is a freelance writer based in Arlington, Virginia.
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