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Kitchen Island Storage: Maximising Space and Style
A kitchen island is more than just a place to eat your breakfast (although that’s a brilliant part of it!), it’s also the perfect place for food preparation, a central space for gathering friends around but most importantly, we think, the perfect way to add lots of extra storage to your kitchen.
If you’re planning a new kitchen or altering your current layout, storage will always be a key consideration – you’ve got the space, you may as well use it. Here are our top picks for kitchen island storage solutions for your home.
Maximising Every Inch of Your Kitchen Island
1. Deep Drawers for Everyday Essentials
Traditional cupboards can make it difficult to reach items at the back and have you juggling pots and pans to get to the one you need. Deep drawers might be the perfect solution for your kitchen island. Simple and easy to keep tidy, deep drawers give you the space to store all your kitchen essentials whether that’s cutlery and utensils or bigger items like your plates and cookware. If you’re wanting to further organise your drawers, dividers can segment up your space and give each item a home. We’d always recommend adding soft-close mechanisms prevent drawers from slamming shut, adding to the overall luxury and functionality of your kitchen island.
2. Built-In Wine Fridges for Stylish Entertaining
Many people will opt for a kitchen island as a focal point for entertaining, if you’re one of them, we’d advise a wine fridge. Adding that extra wow factor, these handy little fridges look super stylish and free up essential space in your fridge. Keep those bottles of wine chilled and ready for entertaining. We work with our trusted suppliers Neff who offer a stunning range of wine coolers and consistently get excellent feedback on them. With precise temperature control and motion sensor lighting, they’re a little touch of luxury for modern homes to make entertaining effortless.
3. Clever Corner Storage Solutions
Cabinet corners can often become wasted space, but with the right storage solutions, they can be transformed into some of the most functional areas in your kitchen. We often advise customers to add Le Mans units, carousel shelves, and magic corners to maximise every inch of their new kitchen island and cabinets. Similar to the deep drawers, they’re perfect for storing larger items like saucepans, baking trays, and mixing bowls while keeping them easily accessible. Instead of rummaging through deep cupboards, these innovative pull-out systems bring everything into view with a smooth motion, making storage more efficient and user-friendly.
4. Hidden Bins for a Sleek, Hygienic Kitchen
No one wants a bin on display in their kitchen, but finding the right place for it can be tricky. An integrated bin system in your kitchen island keeps waste tucked away, freeing up floor space and keeping everything looking neat.
We love Masterclass Kitchen’s VelaBin for this. It’s designed to make life easier, with smooth drawer runners so you can pull it out effortlessly. When it’s time to empty or clean, built-in handles let you lift the bins out without any hassle. Each bin comes with a secure lid and a carbon filter to trap odours, so your kitchen stays fresh no matter what’s inside.
We always recommend that your bin is kept near to wherever you’re doing your food prep so you can easily sweep peelings and offcuts into the bin as you go.
5. Breakfast Bars with Hidden Storage
Having a breakfast bar is one of the most common reasons we see our customers enquiring about a kitchen island, but often the space beneath the countertop can become wasted. Our designers will work closely with our customers to better understand the specific storage needs they have for their lifestyle. Often this means creating hidden cabinets in front of the bar stools. Ideal for those items that you don’t want to part with, but don’t use that often.
Designing Your Perfect Kitchen Island Storage
When planning your kitchen island, think about how you use your space daily. Do you need extra storage for bulky cookware? Fun features for entertaining? Or a practical solution for keeping your worktops clear?
We believe it’s essential to consider the functionality of your space, but this doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on design. With smart solutions from our suppliers, Masterclass Kitchens and Beckermann Kitchens, we have a perfect fit for your home transformation.
Ready to get planning? Get in touch today to arrange your complimentary design consultation.
