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Kitchen islands form the heart of your kitchen.

Designed to fit into any living concept, our kitchen islands offer the perfect balance between aesthetics and practicality. They are much more than just a work area—they are the heart of every kitchen. 

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How much space does a kitchen island need?

The space required for a cooking island depends heavily on the size and layout of the kitchen. As a rule, there should be enough free space around the island so that people can move around easily and the flow of work in the kitchen is not hindered. It is important to allow enough space for opening drawers and cupboards as well as for passageways. The size of the island itself can vary depending on what functions it is intended to fulfill, be it as an additional work surface, storage space or even as a place for hobs and sinks. Smaller kitchens can also benefit from more compact islands that are tailored to their specific needs.

Advantages of a kitchen island:

A cooking island offers numerous advantages:

  • Additional work surface:
    It creates valuable space for food preparation and can also be used as an area for communal cooking.
  • Increased storage space:
    Cupboards and drawers under the worktop provide additional space for kitchen utensils and supplies.
  • Social meeting point:
    A cooking island encourages cooking and eating together by creating a central meeting point for family and guests in the kitchen.
  • Design flexibility:
    Cooking islands can be adapted to suit different needs, whether by integrating hobs, sinks or seating.
  • Better use of space:
    In open-plan living concepts, a cooking island helps to structure the space sensibly without detracting from the open atmosphere.
Open kitchen with STRUCTURA 402 front in Havana oak reproduction, modern cooking island with wood look and black accents, adjoining work area with desk solution, urban loft style with exposed concrete walls.

Options for kitchen islands with seating

  • Integrated breakfast bar: One of the most common solutions is to integrate a breakfast bar into the kitchen island. This counter can either be at the same height as the worktop or slightly raised to create a clear separation between the cooking and dining areas. This solution is ideal for quick meals or breakfast.
     
  • Overhanging worktop: An easy way to create seating is to allow the worktop of the kitchen island to overhang. This overhang provides enough legroom for bar stools or chairs to fit comfortably underneath. It is a flexible and space-saving option that can be easily integrated into smaller kitchens.
     
  • Two-sided seating: If the island is large enough, seating can be set up on two sides of the island. This allows for a sociable atmosphere where several people can sit at the table at the same time, while the cooking area remains in the middle.

Integration into holistic living concepts

Kitchen islands are ideal to complement open plan living kitchens and bridge the gap between cooking and social activities. nobilia uses holistic home designs to ensure that each kitchen island is not only functional, but also blends aesthetically into your home.

Spacious kitchen with NOVALUX 512 front in white high gloss, cooking island with open shelving solution and dark wooden worktop, two people cooking together in a light-flooded, modern living room.

Perfect symbiosis of design and function

  • Functionality meets design: nobilia kitchen islands offer extensive storage space, integrated appliances and are ideal workstations. They can serve as a breakfast bar or provide additional seating for social gatherings.
  • Customizability and flexibility: Adapt your kitchen island to your specific needs. Whether you need additional storage space, a built-in sink or special cooking areas, nobilia allows for a customized design.

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