Incredible Islands

I wanted a post that would help you to think outside the box a little more on your kitchen island. Not just making it a different color- but different entirely. Check out the one above- stainless steel and glass...

For the family with six little mouths to feed- this set up would be perfect. Not the best for family dinner- but perfect for breakfast.

Here is a free-standing look- that really isn't. Do you see the sink? Do you see the wood in the center going to the floor- hiding the plumbing? Farmhouse style with the convenience of a prep sink.

I love the trough sink here. (Not to mention the ceiling...) But here they kept the cabinet style and just changed the counter surface. Surprisingly the wood cabinets, wood floors, wood counters and wood ceiling still doesn't feel like too much wood. The vast space and high ceiling help that immensely.

Maybe this should be a post on ceilings... I like the raised furniture style of this island. Sure you lose some storage space- but I say- totally worth it.

Above is the true furniture piece island. The unique wood and metal piece is a great prep surface- as well as storage for some pretty big pots.

I think this one is just plain pretty. (another beautiful ceiling)- The topiaries add a lot as well.

Photos from House Beautiful.