Hello and welcome to the Décor Outline photo gallery of kitchen island design ideas. Below you will find a summary of the benefits, main options and some design ideas we handpicked for you along with beautiful photos. Enjoy!
What are the benefits of kitchen island?
- More space for living – quick breakfast, casual dinner, homework time, hanging out with loved ones
- Additional space to prepare meals – an island gives you an extra countertop
- Convenient extra storage – island’s base cabinets, drawers, or shelves
- Kitchen islands come in many shapes and sizes to fit your kitchen layout
What are the main options for kitchen island?
- Types: furniture-style, eat-in bar, two-tiered, movable/rolling (with casters), base cabinet with countertop, L-shaped, U-shaped, round
- Countertops: granite, marble, butcher block, concrete, quartz, solid wood
- Storage: cabinets, drawers, open shelves, wine cubbies
- Seating: counter chairs, bar stools, armchairs, bench, rush seats
What follows are beautiful photos of kitchen islands along with design ideas we thought may be of interest to you. Enjoy and happy home decorating!
1. Granite Kitchen Countertops
Points of Interest ● elongated rectangular kitchen island with shaker style cabinets ● granite countertop and kitchen island top ● framed medallion with ceramic tiles in diamond pattern ● white subway tile backsplash ● 3 4-light candle-style shaded chandeliers
2. Vintage Mint Kitchen
Points of Interest ● narrow wooden-base kitchen island ● white marble island with gray veining ● candle-style chandelier wrapped in white with dangling crystals ● white vintage porcelain sink matched with brass faucet ● mint painted custom cabinets with moldings
3. Kitchen and Dining Space
Points of Interest ● semi-circle granite kitchen island top with sink ● 4-seater kitchen island as dining extension ● white subway tile backsplash ● wide windows for natural lighting ● countertop by the window as buffet table
4. Spacious Kitchen

Points of Interest ● square center island with matching L-shaped 8-seater counter ● built-in refrigerator door matched with custom glossy cabinets with polished chrome handles ● square marble tiles flooring
5. White Light

Points of Interest ● white with gray veining marble topped kitchen island ● open shelves under kitchen island ● contrasting dark hardwood flooring ● custom cabinets with moldings ● French door and windows
6. Woody Kitchen
Points of Interest ● U-shaped 2-tiered kitchen island ● chiseled edge granite countertops ● upholstered metal counter stool with twigs ● fridge with built-in wine cooler ● half wood trunk as wall accent
7. Cherry Wood Kitchen
Points of Interest ● 3-tiered kitchen island with sink ● hardwood topped seated kitchen island end ● red glass mosaic tile backsplash ● 3 pendant lights with rich amber hues
8. Yellow Light
Points of Interest ● 2-tiered granite topped kitchen island ● black wooden stools ● white custom cabinets with moldings ● basketweave subway tile backsplash ● yellow painted wall with matching yellow valance
9. Blue and Beams

Points of Interest ● white with gray veining marble countertops ● blue island cabinets with built-in microwave ● exposed ceiling wood beams ● curved breakfast nook ● dark wide plank hardwood flooring
10. Hint of Pink
Points of Interest ● light pink kitchen island with integrated double sink ● open shelves below kitchen island ● shades of gray roman blinds ● windowsill used as additional countertop ● dark wood ceiling panels blending with upper cabinets
11. Glossy White

Points of Interest ● white quartz countertops and backsplash ● open kitchen layout ● upper wall cabinets with frosted glass doors ● square marble flooring ● 12-light gold orb chandelier
12. Brick Red
Points of Interest ● kitchen island with seated round end breakfast bar ● open window kitchen ● brick red wall to accentuate the kitchen area ● yellow and black tile accent on the tiles ● slab style cabinet doors
13. Beams and Bricks

Points of Interest ● coffered ceiling with reclaimed wood beams ● recessed island base for additional seating ● stone and brick wall backsplash ● complimentary ceramic tile medallion backsplash ● range hood with wood accents
14. Industrial Kitchen Design
Points of Interest ● bare cement wall ● stone wall partially left exposed as design element ● concrete kitchen counters and island ● natural wood planks as countertop ● black glass vessel sink
15. Skylight Kitchen

Points of Interest ● honed black quartz island top with radius ogee edge ● white painted cement range hood with corbel-type sides ● circle-top windows and doors ● 8-light orb chandelier ● vaulted wooden ceiling with skylight
16. Aquarium Wall
Points of Interest ● waterfall kitchen island with white custom cabinet ● square pillar separates the kitchen and dining area ● glass door kitchen cabinet ● dining wall with built-in aquarium
17. Sea Glass

Points of Interest ● hardwood kitchen island top with sink ● slightly tinted panoramic windows to clearly see the view ● open kitchen layout with dark tile flooring ● mosaic tiles as wall accent ● clear blown glass pendant lights
18. Contrasting Elements
Points of Interest ● brown quartz kitchen countertops ● square wooden kitchen island with butcher block top ● white custom cabinets with black cabinet pulls ● traditional farmhouse sink
19. Stainless White

Points of Interest ● range top on granite kitchen island ● overhang granite kitchen island with black wooden bar stools ● etched glass pantry door
20. Riveted Leather Stools
Points of Interest ● overhang granite kitchen island top with hand-carved corbels ● riveted leather bar stools ● black painted wooden flooring ● French door
21. Medallion
Points of Interest ● range hood with recessed panels to match cabinetry ● granite topped seated sage green kitchen island ● mini pendant lights with marble glass shade ● decorative medallion backsplash
22. Touch of Sea Green
Points of Interest ● white shaker-style cabinetry with chrome cabinet pulls ● quartzite kitchen island top with built-in butcher block ● open counter divider with clear glass cabinets ● 3-light pendant lighting
23. Blue Barn

Points of Interest ● T-shaped kitchen painted island base with diamond bin wine rack ● dark American walnut wood flooring ● barn door with seeded glass panels ● stainless steel square bar stools with leather seats
24. Stone White
Points of Interest ● marble top stone-base v-shaped kitchen island ● cherry wood custom cabinets ● stone-carved medallion backsplash
25. Shabby Chic Country Kitchen
Points of Interest ● space saving black and white kitchen island ● matching black and white checkered curtains and stool cover ● DIY appliance garage with curtain enclosure ● yellow ceiling with skylight
26. Clean White Kitchen

Points of Interest ● round glass dining table with wood base ● white dining armchair with steel Eiffel legs ● marble island top with shaker style cabinets ● adjustable faux leather bar stools
27. Open Dining
Points of Interest ● open eat-in kitchen dining area ● elongated kitchen island with decorative legs ● bench type wooden dining set ● low back bar stool with steel frame