Having an island in your kitchen is stylish and all the rage. When it comes to kitchen design Bristol experts will highly recommend an island kitchen for larger rooms. So, if you do have room for an island, what you should put on it. A whole new dilemma for many, some choose the cooker, others a sink, other a simple workspace. Read on to find out the pros and cons of island designs and each of their elements.
Kitchen Design Bristol : Island Hobs
Having your hob on the island of your kitchen is the ultimate in style. Your family and friends can chat to you as you cook, and you won’t cook facing a wall. Many island kitchens boast this kind of layout, having the oven elsewhere in the kitchen. The obvious problem you can face when using your island as a cooking station is the steam from cooking. You will need a fan system above your head. Easy enough to do, but something that will add to the cost of your kitchen refit.
Island Sinks
Another common layout you will find is a kitchen island that includes a sink. Excellent for washing vegetables before chopping them and a great addition to a long island that also sports a hob. The obvious disadvantage to having an island sink is that you will need new plumbing; a hob however also needs new wiring. Both are an expense that you will need to pay for your dream kitchen. Another disadvantage of an island sink is if you use the sink for washing pots, this can look very unsightly. Some kitchen can also boast a small sink located next to the dishwasher, perfect for rinsing plates and pots before washing.
Island Workspaces
If you are going to choose kitchen design Bristol and beyond that include an island workspace, once again there are pros and cons. An island is a great workspace, if your appliances are situated nearby. Make sure you do not have to make long trips to and from the fridge to your island. Otherwise you will end up choosing to work from the space that is next to your fridge.
A workspace is great for preparing food whilst chatting to your family. Once again, the view beats staring at a wall. But make sure that you really have room for your island and that it will not make your finished room over-crowded.
An island in your kitchen can also couple up as a space for eating snacks. A bar stool by your island is perfect for sitting down while you prepare food, and can double up for eating snacks or your breakfast.
Of everyone who introduces an island into their kitchen design in Bristol it is safe to say that the vast majority love the extra workspace it provides. So, if you have your heart set on an island sink or hob, contactor your local fitters today to discuss the work and to see how practical your idea really is.