Functional Kitchen Islands from IKEA: Enhance Your Cooking Space

A kitchen island, especially a mobile one, is a must-have for you   if you have a small kitchen as it doesn’t take up too much valuable space but   already offers additional storage space and counter space that you can use   for preparing meals.  You also have   much easier and quicker access to items in your kitchen as most IKEA kitchen   islands come with open or closed shelves.

There’s no denying that kitchen islands are smart   investments.  But which one should you   choose?  The online marketplace is full   of amazing versions that you will have to guess for yourself every decision   you make.  Don’t worry, you don’t have   to search the market like we did for you!    Just read on, we’ve listed the best IKEA kitchen islands you can get   today!

Check them out below.

If you already have an island, but want another one that not only   offers additional storage space, but also offers your children their own   meeting point, the STENSTORP kitchen island is a good choice.  It will add an adjoining seating and work   area for young children that is close to the kitchen action and your main   island.  It’s also great as it is low   in height, which means it can be paired with low chairs that are not   dangerous for children in case they tip over.

Of course, the island’s main purpose is to provide a solution for   small kitchens that lack the surface to prepare and dice food and keep the   spices and ingredients used regularly within easy reach.  This IKEA product is exactly what you need   when you have.  Since it is an open   shelf under the counter, you have unlimited options for what to store,   including plate ware!

It measures 49 5/8 x 31 1/8 “and features a sturdy solid oak   construction with an oak worktop and stainless steel shelves.

Next up is the same unit as the first kitchen island we featured,   but with a lovely black finish added to the wood structure.  It’s a beautiful island that you can use as   a breakfast nook or a meeting place where kids can relax over lunch or   dinner.  Across the other side of this   kitchen island are shelves that can be used to store various items, from   plates, utensils, and ingredients to mixers, microwaves, and other kitchen   gadgets.

Even if you weren’t gifted with a massive kitchen, it doesn’t mean   your kitchen should be any less functional.    Keep it organized, efficient, and cozy with this 49 5 / 8×31 1 / 8×35   3/8 “, beautifully finished island. The piece goes well with 24”   bar stools.  If you’re still in doubt   as to whether the black finish will suit your space, it would be best if your   kitchen has a trendy piece with an industrial twist.

Just because your kitchen doesn’t have a lot of space doesn’t mean   you can’t have an island addition!  The   VADHOLMA kitchen island in black is a larger and less wide version of the   aforementioned island.  Their slim and   slim profile ensures that your new kitchen addition does not overwhelm a   small room.  With the two shelves and   narrow drawer it comes with, it also offers the level of functionality and   utility you are looking for.

The clean lines of this wooden island give the design an updated,   modern flair.  The black finish also   looks elegant and fits seamlessly into kitchens regardless of the color   scheme.

It’s a piece that is easy to assemble and also looks and feels a   lot more expensive than its price tag.    If you want to repaint the part to match your new kitchen island, this   is a good idea too.

Since we are really happy and satisfied with this kitchen   addition, we are presenting the VADHOLMA kitchen island again, but this time   with a frame.  Since you already know   all of the island’s great features, let’s focus on the extra rack for this section.  

As you can see in the picture, it is a multifunctional rack with a   powder-coated steel construction.  With   this piece, we are sure that ladles will never be scattered everywhere in your   kitchen and whisk and spatula will sit where they should never be.  

The frame is so versatile that it can be used to store any kitchen   item you want.  It’s basically a piece   that you should get when you want to free up multiple kitchen drawers and   cabinets.  Trust us when we say your   tiny kitchen will feel like a spacious high-end kitchen with this piece.  Also note that the rack allows you to enjoy   additional storage space without compromising your bank account or the   aesthetics of your kitchen!

You already know the dimensions of the island, but its total   height when the rack is added will be 193 cm.    Make sure there are no pendant lights that will hit the rack as you   add them.

If you are looking for an inexpensive utility vehicle trolley made   of hard-wearing powder-coated steel that offers a little more storage space   compared to the kitchen islands we have presented, take a look at this   one.  It’s a kitchen cart that is made   entirely of metal and has an attractive, shiny finish.  While this shelf trolley does not offer any   additional work area, it is perfect for storing devices, gadgets and   utensils.  It can even be used as a   serving trolley for your next party.

Because it comes with casters, you won’t find it difficult to   access the items stored on the device.    The RÅSKOG Utility Cart is an affordable product and can be used for   countless purposes.  It’s   pocket-friendly too, and its simple metal design gives you the guarantee that   it will blend in with your kitchen decor.    When it’s fully assembled it measures 13 3 / 4×17 3 / 4×30 3/4   “so it easily fits into corners.

If you are looking for a more robust, mobile kitchen island, the   STENSTORP kitchen trolley in white is a good option for you.  It’s a durable, solid oak kitchen cart with   strong stainless steel shelves.

The device features a sustainable hardwood top that is praised by   thousands of users as being solid and thick.    It’s an ideal cart for chefs who need additional cutting and prep   space.  The shelves on this cart can be   used to store cookbooks, gadgets, and more as they are strong.  

Despite its sturdy construction, the entire part can be easily   rolled and maneuvered thanks to the premium castors attached to two   legs.  This high quality cart costs   more than your simple kitchen cart.    However, because of its versatility and durability, you will get the   functionality you are looking for and years of good use.  The entire cart measures 31 1 / 8×20 1 /   8×35 3/8 “when fully assembled.

The beauty of an IKEA kitchen island lies not only in its   aesthetics, but also in its versatility.    With the RIMFORSA workbench, you can prepare yourself one day as a   sous chef and the next as a sleepy hostess of a Sunday breakfast.  It has a sturdy bamboo workbench, spacious   drawers, storage hooks and stainless steel shelves.  Make the piece an island that will work   overtime in your kitchen!  It is   definitely the piece that will suit your needs.

With its overall dimensions of 47 1 / 4×25 5 / 8×36 1/4 “it   packs a punch with every single inch. Since the piece is relatively large, it   can take at least an hour to assemble. Don’t fret like the muscle it’s needed   , justifies its use and impact when included in your kitchen. It is worth it   even for its price. It can even make a statement in your kitchen regardless   of its design or style. We guarantee it will turn into one of the most will   be the pieces of furniture in your kitchen that will be used the most.