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Prep space when cooking more than a microwave meal. Works well when multiple people cooking also and can subsequently serve as a hang out spot if hosting people and cooking.
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We use our small island just for food prep with the hob and fridge behind and sink by the side against the outside wall. I don't know if we wouldn't prefer having a U shape kitchen instead for extra storage
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they are a good social marker :)
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Having your hob on it is fine, regarding splashback, especially if it's 900 or 1000mm deep. I have no issues with food going on the floor etc.
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Kitchen islands - what are they good for?
repository for general crap that lives in random piles for months before getting thrown away
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We have an island with the hob on it. It’s nice to look into the room whilst cooking. Since we’ve had our done I’ve had thoughts of a more adaptable space. Things that can change around if and when you need them. Saw these today expensive but if you need extra space some days or less at some points without plumbing or gas/leccy like the look of them
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this is a bit abstract but...
I like the idea of a kitchen island because, in the type of kitchen we're planning (L shape, against the wall) it breaks up the space and demarcates 'working area' from 'through traffic' or 'playing' areas (two young kids in house).
But functionally, I'm not sure what else it is for. I don't want the sink there because lack of backsplash makes it messy. Same rationale for a hob.
So what actually goes on the island? Is it a casual dining area? We'll have a proper dining table nearby. Is it a food prep area? This seems the most likely explanation but then you have to do a 180 rotation when you go from chopping to hob, etc.
Kitchen islands - what are they good for?