Islands are often a cornerstone of kitchen renovation projects, and for good reason. They add more storage space, increase the amount of worktop surface area in the room, and appeal to home buyers.

Credit: Frank Garnica. Project: Urbanology. Kitchen islands used to impress us simply by existing. Big rectangle? Great. Row of stools? Lovely. Waterfall edge? Ooh, fancy. Now, the island has become ...

It's time to talk kitchens – arguably my favourite subject as a Senior Homes + Style Editor. Of all the different topics I cover, I probably spend the most time thinking, writing, and talking about ...

Islands are a mainstay of American kitchens, but what's popular for their design can change fast. In fact, there are plenty of kitchen island trends on the way out in 2026. Islands that make your ...