These Kitchen Islands Will Inspire Your Next Makeover
In addition to offering prep space and seating, kitchen islands are an opportunity to get creative with interesting millwork, the latest technology and clever storage.
From curved islands with fluted details to glamorous hardware, get inspired with some of H&H’s best kitchen islands. Scroll down for a collection of our favorite looks!
In this two-tone mid-century kitchen, a curved island widens the space, and walnut slats give it a 1970s-inspired feel with a modern twist.
House & Home December 2021
This Charnwood Forest Kitchen from deVOL is English charm at its finest. Painted in a mellow, handsome green, the generous kitchen island features hits of brass, ample storage and even a butcher block prep area at the end for chopping food.
This chic black-and-white island features a counter-integrated vent-hood that tucks away when not in use, and an island faucet that offers boiling, filtered and carbonated water on demand.
This Victorian-inspired kitchen features a handmade Dairy Table as its island, with deep drawers and a marble worktop. The hanging cookware above the table adds to the vintage feel.
House of Hackney
A kitchen island painted in Farrow & Ball’s Railings brings a hit of color and contrast to this open-concept kitchen. Fluted details on the island adds character, while oversized brass pendants bring drama.
House & Home October 2021
This sleek kitchen island features Caesarstone’s Pure White quartz counters and cabinet doors stained in a rich tone reminiscent of teak. Simple brass hardware complements the other accents in the light and airy space.
House & Home Kitchens + Baths 2021
This monochromatic kitchen features a peninsula clad in dark reeded oak that matches the vent hood and pantry.
House & Home March 2021
A ‘Scullery Yellow’ hardworking prep table with a copper worktop and ample storage brings a Summery feel to this beach house kitchen.
deVOL Kitchens
A marble waterfall island with wood panelling brings a laid-back, West-Coast feel to this Las Vegas kitchen.
This sophisticated island features veined porcelain counters that give a marble look with more durability. The Shaker detailing under the counter stools adds a hit of elegance.
House & Home Kitchens + Baths 2021
Svetlana Tryaskina of Estee Design was tasked with customizing a condo kitchen in Toronto. The sleek kitchen island features grey quartz and Statuarietto marble. “A thick counter profile gives a more substantial quality to the island,” says Svetlana.
House & Home June 2021
This grand kitchen island is extremely hardworking, featuring a sink area with stone counters on one side and a table-like, walnut-topped section on the other. The homeowners “wanted a huge island so the kids would have space to do homework, crafts and baking,” says designer Jonathan Legate.
House & Home May 2021
In this 154-square-foot kitchen, a wooden work table replaced an old island, and brought warmth, texture and character to the all-white space.
House & Home October 2020
A waterfall island and statement light is the focal point of Gillian Atkins’ Toronto kitchen, which she transformed in just three months (and on a budget!). “Having a long, narrow island was my first priority. I wanted a place where all three boys could gather to hang out or dine. Now we have a nice, long surface with no cooktop or sink in the way — perfect for entertaining,” says Gillian.
House & Home April 2021
In this German schoolhouse kitchen, bespoke aged copper covers the island top, while drawers with elegant brass pulls create a dresser-like effect.
deVOL Kitchens
This Scandi-style kitchen has hygge and history. The mid-century style prep table features laminated oak curves, turned legs and custom aged-copper counters.
deVOL Kitchens
This kitchen works double duty with two dishwashers, two ovens, and even two islands. A charming blue island features ample storage and a sink, while an oxidized white oak trolley with a stainless steel top offers additional storage and prep space, and can be wheeled outside during the Summer.
House & Home April 2021
A rustic wood and green kitchen features some unexpected elements, like the chevron walnut used on the island “It anchors the other design elements and connects the workspace with the lounge areas,” says designer Tommy Smythe.
House & Home March 2021
In this knockout kitchen island by designer Shauna Walton, a veiny marble slab steals the show, while light wood accents ground the space. “Despite all of the black, the kitchen still feels fresh and bright,” says Shauna. “I credit that to the wood-sided island.”
House & Home March 2021
The clients of this home loved the look of Calacatta marble but not the maintenance, so designers Erin Feasby and Cindy Bleeks opted for porcelain instead. “It’s very realistic and extremely durable,” says Erin. They also chose to mix metals with a black faucet and sculptural brass hardware.
House & Home December 2020
This classic greige kitchen island went for storage over seating, and features a beautiful English-style unlacquered brass faucet.
House & Home November 2020
A three-in-one kitchen island, dining table and desk is the perfect choice for a compact space. The black and oak palette feels modern and cool in this airy loft. “I wanted to keep the design simple yet strong, and let the natural beauty of the materials speak for themselves,” says designer Nam Dang-Mitchell.
House & Home October 2020
If you’re looking for an innovative spot to mount your TV, take cues from this French bistro-style kitchen. “I felt very strongly about hiding the television in the island rather than mounting it above the fireplace,” says designer Emily Griffin. “It would have killed the whole vibe of the room.”
House & Home November 2019
This old world kitchen island was designed to resemble an apothecary counter, with nine drawers on each side. Custom drawer inserts are engraved with labels for everyday staples like bread, flour and sugar, and then sealed with rubber gaskets to keep the contents fresh.
House & Home March 2020