Island dining

While large kitchen islands are a staple in houses, scaled-down, thoughtfully designed ones can boost the efficiency and ease the space crunch New Yorkers are feeling these days. And adding (or replacing) an island could even be a stand-alone upgrade to your existing kitchen should you have sufficient space but lack the budget—or the need—for a complete do-over.

Why settle for a standard kitchen island when you could have one of these instead?

Browse kitchen island ideas with designer photos to inspire your next remodel. Get inspired by islands for every kitchen size and layout.

Isabelle wanted the kitchen countertop to rotate out at a 45-degree angle where it could act as a table for guests, so she tweaked the initial idea with the help of a carpenter, and the space-saving dining table/kitchen counter was born.

McKimm transform an apartment in Melbourne’s Brighton, incorporating natural materials and sophisticated furniture selections.

Discover stylish kitchen island back panel ideas: unique designs, materials, and colors to elevate your space.