{"id":5732,"date":"2017-09-21T11:55:18","date_gmt":"2017-09-21T15:55:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/?p=5732"},"modified":"2026-03-24T10:26:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T14:26:28","slug":"5-kitchen-island-design-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/5-kitchen-island-design-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Kitchen Island Design Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"

One island that you will never be deserted on alone is a custom-made kitchen island. Kitchen islands are a magnet for activity while adding storage, organization, and style to your kitchen.<\/p>\n

Here are our top 5 kitchen island design rules to ensure you find the right one for your home and needs.<\/p>\n

1. Take Measurements<\/h2>\n

To ensure plenty of room to perform tasks comfortably at your kitchen island and to retrieve stored appliances easily, allow for a 42\u201d walkway on all sides of the island. If you plan to add seating, allow for an extra 34\u201d to 46\u201d in addition to the walkway.<\/p>\n

Our kitchen islands often ship in one piece. View our helpful Delivery Tips and Tricks video<\/a> for information on how and what\u00a0to measure to ensure a smooth delivery.<\/p>\n

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2. Determine How Your Island Will Be Used<\/h2>\n

Look for features that will support your kitchen island activities.<\/p>\n

For Food Prep<\/h3>\n

A butcher-block top like the one on our Square Standing Butcher Block Island<\/a> is ideal. This island works well for kitchens that have a designated dining area with the island used primarily for food prep. It is recommended that you oil your butcher block once a week.<\/p>\n

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For Master Storage<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re using your island to help with storage and organization, the Amish Turned Leg Kitchen Island<\/a> is made-to-order. It includes two cabinets, nine drawers, and adjustable shelves. Optional features are a wastebasket, wine rack, and mixer lift.<\/p>\n

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For Casual Dining<\/h3>\n

Getting cozy and comfortable in the kitchen is an added benefit of having a kitchen island. The Amish Kitchen Island with Two Doors & Five Drawers <\/a>offers versatile seating options. Self-storing table extensions make it easy to host an intimate dinner or accommodate larger parties.<\/p>\n

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3. Preparing for Seating<\/h2>\n

If your kitchen island will be used to dine and entertain, or if the kids will make it their spot for studying, factor in room for each place setting to measure 24\u201d to 30\u201d wide and 14\u201d to 16\u201d deep.<\/p>\n

The Stool Rules:<\/h3>\n