Featuring everything from hobs and pop-up plugs to wine fridges and casual dining areas, islands have become the true workhorses of the kitchen
- TIME TO SHINE
Making a huge impact in this contemporary kitchen, the island has a thick Caesarstone wraparound finish, which accentuates its sculptural shape. Fitted with a hob and prep bowl, it’s slightly bigger than the base, giving the impression that it’s floating above the floor. The timber-clad sides are set slightly back to create an alcove for comfortable dining. Kitchen accessorised by Jacquie Bender of Motife Interiors.
- OPEN INVITATION
In open-plan kitchens, use an island to make up for the cabinets that would be against the walls. In this kitchen designed and made by Blue Planet Furniture, the island is fitted with a prep bowl and plugs. Numerous drawers hold crockery and utensils so that the far wall can be used for attractive open shelves and glass-fronted cabinets. An overhang on two sides accommodates stools for casual dining.
- STRAIGHT AND NARROW
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