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Designing a Kitchen Island

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Sizing - Contd

Finally, the height of the island is typically either
36 or 42 inches high, the former being a
comfortable counter height and the latter

permitting a higher bar area for elevated seating.
Islands that are 42 inches high often have two

levels or tiers to accommodate seating and counter
space separately.

In contrast. If the kitchen is small enough that the

island must be less than two or three feet in length, it
may better serve its users to leave the space open.

Thus, an ideal kitchen island should be at least three
feet wide, and at least four feet long to accommodate
either double cabinets or a bar overhang. A kitchen

large enough to accommodate an island should be at
least 13 feet long.

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