Functional Kitchen Islands

A kitchen island's main purpose is to serve as a side table for your kitchen, giving you additional counter and storage space. The kitchen is one of the most-used rooms in any home, and surface space is often in short supply once you get cooking. Islands are an inexpensive, functional solution to this issue. The countertops are constructed with a variety of materials, including wood, faux marble, granite, and even butcher-block surfaces for the serious home chefs.

Kitchen islands are made with a variety of built-in storage spaces. The most common types are drawers, shelves, and cabinets, but other models include trash compartments, towel hooks, and specialty racks for spices, stemware, and wine. Some islands even have drop leaves so that they can fold out to become a buffet table, making it perfect for maximizing small spaces. Kitchen carts and islands come in all heights, lengths, and widths, so don't worry about finding one to fit your space.

If you're looking for increased mobility, consider a kitchen island with casters. These kitchen carts can be wheeled around, repositioned, or brought into another room to serve as an extra side table. Choosing an island with casters doesn't mean you are sacrificing stability, though-simply lock the wheels on your kitchen cart once it's in place.

Islands are also a stylish addition to any kitchen. Choose from a variety of woods, finishes, and countertops to compliment your kitchen décor. Add a warm, homey feeling with a white finish, make a bold, energizing statement with red, or keep it sleek and sophisticated with a shade of black or gray. Whether you're looking for a petite kitchen island with casters to double as a side table or a spacious island with compartments and counterspace galore, browse our selection to find one that fits your unique style and functionality needs.