Kitchen Islands
Kitchen Island Ideas
Your friends and loved ones might spend more time around your kitchen island than any other spot in your home.
Work with our kitchen design experts to create a custom kitchen island that is perfect for your space.
Design Assistance At Von Tobel
Von Tobel offers a variety of cabinet styles for the island base, outstanding built-in storage features, countertops, and fixtures.
Plus, our complimentary design assistance makes Von Tobel your one-stop shop for the perfect kitchen island.
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Your Kitchen Island Questions Answered
We get so many questions about kitchen islands with seating, or the best design for a large kitchen island.
We asked our designers to share the answers to the most popular kitchen island questions they get from homeowners.
Read below for great insight before you begin planning your kitchen island.
How big can I make my island?
Depending on the available space, a variety of sizes and configurations can be constructed.
Sometimes, countertop material and slab size determine the maximum size if you don’t want any seams in the countertop.
What style of islands do you offer?
Style is determined by the color and the finish. It’s also depends on whether the cabinets are modern, traditional, or complex.
We can create almost any look with various door styles, finishes and decorative elements such as legs, corbels and interior accessories.
How much does a kitchen island cost?
Several factors come into play regarding cost. Some examples include: quantity of cabinets, interior accessories, cabinetry finish and countertop square footage.
We work with clients to find the best balance between wants, needs and budget.
How much space should I leave for a walkway?
We recommend at least a 42″ walkway.
How many people can sit at my island?
We recommend 24″ – 30 ” per seat.
How much room do I need for a seating overhang?
We suggest 10”-12” overhangs as a standard.
We can do custom sizes as well, as long as there are appropriate supports.
What options are available for islands?
Since we put cabinet and trim pieces together, we can create any custom island option a customer would like.
We can really have fun with islands with all the options available.
Can I put a microwave in the island?
Yes! We have options for cabinets that hold a standard microwave on a shelf.
Or, we can design one that has a matching trim kit for a more built in look.
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