Kitchen island dining

While large kitchen islands are a staple in houses, scaled-down, thoughtfully designed ones can boost the efficiency and ease the space crunch New Yorkers are feeling these days. And adding (or replacing) an island could even be a stand-alone upgrade to your existing kitchen should you have sufficient space but lack the budget—or the need—for a complete do-over.

Whether it's for seating, prep space or somewhere to house appliances, islands are the multi-functional hub you need for modern living

Why settle for a standard kitchen island when you could have one of these instead?

Here are 8 examples of movable kitchen islands in a variety of materials that make these modern kitchens more versatile and convenient.

This modern kitchen features custom stained American Oak, Corian countertops, and pull-out dining table, which sits flush within the kitchen bench and extends into a large dining table.

Working with a kitchen designer the first time can be a little scary. Here is a quick checklist to help you navigate that first meeting. This checklist is to help you prepare for Your First Meeting with Your Kitchen Designer.