When people picture a kitchen island, they usually think of ones with flat surfaces. However, multi-level kitchen islands can also be a great idea, and here are just a few reasons why you should choose one over a single-level design.
Make the Most of Your Space
The most obvious benefit that comes with multi-level kitchen islands is being able to divide up the space for multiple purposes. While some islands are used just for food prep or just for eating, most are used for both. By going for a multi-level design, you clearly set out areas for each activity and bring the most utility out of your space. You'll also make the most of each area by customising it around its intended purpose. The area for food prep can be lower to facilitate everything from chopping veg to kneading dough while the eating area can be higher to create a great breakfast bar.
Additional Storage
It's always nice to have more room for storage in your kitchen – in fact, that's one of the main reasons people add islands. When you go with a multi-level design, you can have even more since storage space can be fitted under the raised section on the same level as the lower section. You don't get a huge amount of space, but that area can be great for everyday bits and pieces.
Add Visual Appeal
Kitchen islands always bring some added wow factor to a home, and you can push that further by opting for a multi-level design. Breaking up the space into two levels provides a high-end appearance, and it's still a more unique idea than having things all on one level. For the most dramatic results, you can incorporate different materials across each section to help make things pop. For example, you can have a stainless-steel food-prep area, porcelain tiles as a mini splashback, and then hardwood for the eating area.
Improve Organisation
One of the problems that comes with having a single flat surface is that it can be quite hard to divide items up across it. When there are no lines of demarcation between the area you use for food prep and the area where people eat, it's very hard to stay organised. Multi-level kitchen islands make this easier. For example, if you need to keep a row of spices or food containers on the island, you can line them up against the raised section, much like you'd line such items up next to the wall of your other kitchen countertops.
For more information, get in touch with a contractor who offers kitchen renovation services.
