One commonplace modern addition when it comes to planning your home or kitchen extension is the kitchen island. Kitchen islands are found in the middle of the kitchen space and are usually combined with more open-plan designs rather than those that are more walled in.
If you are thinking of installing a kitchen island in your kitchen extension and want to make sure that it is the right choice for you, then why not look at our pros and cons of installing a kitchen island?
The pros of a kitchen island
The great thing about kitchen islands is that they are suitable for various kitchen spaces in your extension. They are much more versatile than you may even realise. You can choose smaller kitchen islands, kitchen islands that are designed around storage and those that contain a sink or another main appliance that you are going to want to have in your new extension.
Even the most straightforward kitchen island designs will give you more prep space to cook up a storm in the kitchen, when it comes to entertaining your guests or family.
You can even choose entirely moveable kitchen islands! This means that you can have it in the right spot to work with your overall kitchen design.
Another great pro to having a kitchen island is that it can also be combined with a seating area, like a breakfast bar. This will give you a chance to have a focal point in your kitchen and a social spot for your family or friends to sit whilst you are busy cooking up a delicious meal.
The cons of a kitchen island in your new extension
One of the main concerns about installing a kitchen island is that they often come at a cost. If your kitchen extension is already running close to (or even over budget), then you will want to re-think whether it will be viable for you to afford.
It also is not a practical choice if you are short on space in your kitchen, as they can take up quite a lot of room. The last thing you will want is for your entire kitchen, especially one that has been extended, to appear more cramped and to lack space.
Another issue with having a kitchen island, especially if you want it to have a sink or an appliance, is that it can be tricky to install. You may find it harder to source someone to install it for you, and when you do, you may also have a higher cost as it will involve installing plumbing and electrics into the centre of a room.
It might also mean that the installation side costs you more money, which is another impact on your overall kitchen extension budget that you may not be able to afford.
It is entirely down to you whether or not you choose to add a kitchen island to your kitchen extension plans. Think about whether or not it will work for you, the budget you have set out and how much space you have in your kitchen too.
When it comes to planning, designing and building your dream kitchen extension, make sure you speak to the experts at Simply Extend. We have designed and built hundreds of extensions all over London and the West Midlands. Call our friendly team today on 0800 917 7571 and book in a free kitchen extension site survey.
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