Tag: island
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A Clever Closet Conversion in Long Island
Nestled amidst the verdant landscapes of Long Island, a charming 1990s home has become the canvas for a creative couple’s vision. Michelle and Nate, escaping the urban bustle of Brooklyn, found their tranquil retreat in Riverhead. Their first act of domestic artistry involved a clever spatial alchemy: an overlooked hallway closet, ripe with untapped potential,…
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Installing a kitchen island: 5 steps from planning to finishing
Installing a kitchen island is a milestone for many homeowners – the final flourish that creates a luxurious and livable kitchen. These desirable kitchen features have been used since at least as early as the 1800s, when European households would often position a worktable in front of a hearth or stove. Today, kitchen islands are…
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Studio TK & POINT Unveil POINT Long Island Collaboration
Studio TK’s latest launch, POINT Long Island, offers a refreshing and timeless take on indoor/outdoor seating. Offered through a partnership with POINT in Alicante, Spain, and designed by Christophe Pillet, POINT Long Island’s sophisticated silhouette features straight shapes and thin lines that define the modular lounge seating and occasional table collection. Eminently versatile, Long Island adds a universal elegance to any…
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Long Island City Kitchen Reno: Ikea Cabinets, Custom Results
In the heart of Long Island City, where soaring ceilings meet the relentless hum of New York ambition, Roxana and Gabriel dared to defy the mundane. Their canvas: a loft kitchen yearning for a minimalist rebirth. Forget off-the-shelf; this was a symphony of custom cuts and audacious modifications, a testament to the power of “Ikea…
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Should you have a hob on a kitchen island?
If you’re in the process of designing a kitchen island, you might be considering whether to add a sink or a hob to this sought after feature. But there’s more to this decision than pure aesthetics. From clever positioning to common pitfalls, a hob on a kitchen island can transform the way you cook –…
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12 kitchen island sink ideas to inspire your renovation
If you’re designing a kitchen, chances are you’ve debated whether to include a sink on your kitchen island. On one hand, it’s an incredibly practical choice – great for food prep and washing up dishes. On the other, these design features can take up valuable counter space, and let’s be honest, no one wants their…
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The minimum amount of space required around a kitchen island
A kitchen island is one of the most sought-after features in modern kitchens – a place where meals are prepped, coffee is sipped, and guests naturally gather. But before you start designing a kitchen island there’s one crucial question to ask: do you have enough space for it? While it’s possible to fit an island…
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Should you have a sink on a kitchen island?
One of the key design dilemmas you might have to solve when planning your kitchen layout is whether or not to fit a sink on your kitchen island. A firm staple of modern kitchens, islands have evolved from a simple farmhouse table into an all-singing, all-dancing central unit with mini fridges, ovens, hobs and breakfast…
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The minimum size of kitchen island you should have
Having a small kitchen doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to those kitchen island ideas you’ve been coveting. With the right compact design, even a modestly sized space can benefit from the functionality and appeal of a kitchen island. With thoughtful planning and clever design, small kitchen islands can deliver the same perks as…
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Avoid these four kitchen island mistakes at all costs
The kitchen island has become a staple item in many homes. When designed well it adds value, but fall foul of kitchen island mistakes and it can be a costly and cumbersome elephant in the room, potentially turning your kitchen into a culinary disaster zone. With this in mind, we asked kitchen design experts what…