Building One Story at a Time: An EGStoltzfus Podcast · EGStoltzfus

Episode 30: Choosing the right kitchen island

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Katie Herbine warns against the design mistake of accenting both countertops and islands, calling it a 'design no-no' that creates visual chaos.
Hosts Katie Herbine and Stephanie Lachance guide listeners through choosing the right kitchen island for their home, covering four different island sizes from prep to gathering islands. They provide specific measurements, seating capacities, storage options, and design tips while explaining why some home plans don't automatically include islands.

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A practical tour of kitchen island options, from sink-centered layouts to deeper storage-focused designs.

Katie Herbine and Stephanie Lachance map out how the home plans handle kitchen islands, including when one is built in, when it stays optional, and when the sink placement makes it required.

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If you are weighing island size, seating, and storage, start here.

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