🎤 Episode #27: Kitchen Island Design: Sizes, Layouts, Mistakes & Must-Have Features

Dreaming of a beautiful kitchen island for your remodel? You're not alone.

A kitchen island is still the number one feature homeowners ask for when planning a new kitchen — and for good reason. But designing the perfect island takes more than simply making it bigger.

💡 In this episode of Kitchen Remodel Made Easy, award-winning kitchen designer turned remodeling coach Robin Johnson breaks down everything you need to know about kitchen island design, including sizing, layouts, seating, storage, electrical outlets, lighting, and the most common mistakes homeowners make during the planning process.

Whether you're remodeling a small kitchen or building your dream home, these practical tips will help you create an island that's both beautiful and functional.

✔️ The biggest benefits of adding a kitchen island

✔️ Common kitchen island design mistakes to avoid

✔️ How much space you really need around an island

✔️ The pros and cons of adding a sink or cooktop

✔️ Kitchen island outlet options and recent code changes

✔️ How large is too large for a kitchen island

✔️ Seating guidelines for comfort and traffic flow

✔️ Countertop seam considerations for oversized islands

✔️ Creative ways to personalize your island design

✔️ Luxury upgrades including LED lighting and backlit stone countertops

The best kitchen islands aren't just beautiful — they're designed around the way you live.

If you're preparing for a kitchen remodel and want step-by-step guidance from an award-winning kitchen designer, be sure to explore the Kitchen Remodel Made Easy Course and Coaching Community.

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Cheers to happy remodeling! 👏🏻