Then came the two-tier format. These double-decker kitchen islands were originally conceived of to help break up open floor plans and provide extra bar-height counter space.

These outdoor kitchen island ideas will help you create a beautiful and functional outdoor cooking space. There's one to fit ...

Providing extra storage, counter space, and creating an inviting hub in which individuals can gather, sit and socialize, there is, of course, a lot to love about a kitchen island.

I found this out pretty quickly: I moved my kitchen table into the dining area and it was apparent that bar stools would crowd the space and wouldn’t be tall enough for the extra-elevated counter.

Double Kitchen Island: Incorporating multiple islands – often called a double island kitchen – can improve traffic flow, increase storage space and seating, and create additional space for ...