Design Considerations for Your New Kitchen Island
Are you renovating an older home or building a new one? Make sure the consideration given to the kitchen is one of the top considerations during your project. The success in the kitchen design can truly measure the success of the entire project. Since the kitchen island has become a focal point of the contemporary kitchen, here are a few key issues to consider when planning your new space.
1. LAYOUT: Many homeowners make the error of not leaving a comfortable walkway around the perimeter of the island. If you are unsure of how comfortable the walkway will be for you and your family, try the following helpful trick before the cabinets are ordered. Using a tape measure and magic marker, lay out the design of the cabinets and island on the subfloor. This will give you a clear idea of the space you will actually be working with once cabinets are installed.
2. SIZE: In kitchen island design, size is an important factor. If the island is too small, its purpose is defeated as the space is not usable. The island should be big enough to allow for at least two comfortable work spaces.
3. WASTED SPACE: Space is at a premium in any kitchen. Don't forget about the valuable space that will reside under your kitchen island.
4. LIGHTING: Make sure the island is well lit. Nothing is more frustrating than having a poorly illuminated work space--whether it's reading up on that latest recipe or mixing ingredients for dinner.
5. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets are an indispensable addition to your island. Contact a licensed electrician to wire the appropriate outlets for the space. The possibilities are endless--whether it's powering buffet warmers or an electric mixer!
6. PLUMBING: A sink is one of the most valuable additions to any kitchen island. Some homeowners omit an island sink in order to cut costs, but nearly all regret it once they start using their new kitchen--it makes preparation and cleanup much easier on the cook of the house.
Whenever you are partaking in kitchens remodels and repairs, be sure to conduct proper planning. Any remodel project can take weeks and you don't want to be out of your kitchen for that period of time. Try to plan and order materials ahead of time so you can get back into your new beautiful kitchen and start cooking. Enjoy the extra space of your new kitchen island!
About the Author:
Bill McNeil is the author of SumpPumpReviews.org, which offers guidance on sump pumps and sump pump maintenance.
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