This basic, ready-to-assemble IKEA island features a butcher-block slab, which the homeowner stained to match his walnut cabints. Outfitting the island with casters raises its height to accomodate ...

Get creative with your kitchen island by repurposing an old dresser for extra storage on the cheap! By removing the top of the dresser and adding a countertop, your vintage dresser can be transformed ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The kitchen is known as the heart of the home, and for good reason. It’s where families and guests ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen islands are an increasingly popular focal point in kitchens, serving the dual purpose of functionality (food preparation) and fun ...

The kitchen island has been on the home design radar since the 1970s but exploded in popularity as homes got bigger in the last two decades. Even with the movement back to smaller, more functional ...

A dreamy kitchen with a large island for preparing meals and seating multiple guests isn’t in the cards for everyone, and that's perfectly fine. If your setup is on the small side, there are smart ...

Q: My current kitchen doesn’t have an island, and I’d really like to incorporate one. I’m pretty handy, but I’m not sure if I have the skills to DIY this type of project. Is it cheaper to buy or build ...