Islands

Work Space and a Formal Serving Area

Regal and sophisticated, this is luxury at its finest. The rich dark finish and dark countertop give the room a substantial, impressive feel. Spindles and Legs make the island feel like a piece of fine furniture. Underneath its impressive exterior you'll find ample storage.

From beginning to end, this island assists you in being a gracious host. Before a party, the island's proximity to the cooking zone gives it a practical purpose as a food prep area. When the guests arrive, add silver chafing dishes and your island is instantly transformed into a serving area for hot appetizers. As the party progresses, replace the chafing dishes with a silver coffee set and a platter of small deserts.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat Masterpiece® Caliseo in Cherry Chocolate with Ebony Glaze

Work and Relaxed, Casual Dining

Use an island to make life in the kitchen easier and more enjoyable. By including both a seating area and a sink, work and play come together effortlessly. Ample seating makes this island the perfect place to enjoy casual family dinners, or for children to do their homework while mom or dad prepares dinner.

Smart storage options, such as an Island End Cabinet, helps you make the most of every inch of space in your kitchen. We also added a Spice Drawer Organizer that makes it easy to find small things like utensils and seasonings. Decorative glass doors and tile inlays add visual interest to this incredibly smart island.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat Masterpiece® Hadley in Cherry Cinnamon

Preparation and Seating, Side by Side

Seating and storage work hand-in-hand in this beautifully designed island. A lower seating area is a great place for friends and family to gather, and the large island provides plenty of room for baking preparation. Thanks to its close proximity to the cooking zone, it's also a great prep area.

A mix of storage solutions from open shelving, to wicker baskets, to traditional cabinetry gives the island added visual interest. Not to mention diverse handy storage options for everything from stemware, to dry goods, to cooking essentials and more.

The island also advances the light and dark theme of the room. In one half of the island, a white countertop contrasts with a dark finish. In the seating section of the island, a white finish contrasts with a darker top.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat Masterpiece® Bentley in Cherry Burnished Ginger

An Ample Spread for Chef and Guests

This large island can be a dream come true for any avid baker or cook. The vast expanse of countertop gives you plenty of room to spread out and get work done. Adding a sink makes this an even more effective work area. Directly below is an impressive amount of storage waiting to be put to good use.

Chances are if you love to cook you also enjoy entertaining. When the guests come, this space is ready to become the center of the party. Create multiple stations for drinks and appetizers on this expansive countertop so your guests can easily serve themselves. The overhanging countertop with two Spindles creates a comfortable spot to relax and socialize.

When an island is this impressive and this substantial, a lighter finish helps keep the island from overwhelming the rest of the room.

THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat Masterpiece® Alina in Cherry Vintage Willow

Stoveside Storage and Prep Space

Creating an island cooking zone helps you stay more efficient in your kitchen. A centralized stove is steps away from the sink and refrigerator. Countertop space on both sides of the stove gives you plenty of room to keep ingredients, mixing bowls, cutting boards, spices, oils and other cooking essentials. Base cabinetry lets you store cookware and utensils within arm's reach. A lower, smaller countertop on the dual height island gives additional prep space and the perfect area for a second person to lend a hand without getting in the way. An island cooking zone creates efficiency in your kitchen as well as a great place to connect with family and friends.

Three Levels, Three Zones, One Island

A tri-level island is packed with practical storage solutions. Divided into three distinct zones, this space efficiently delivers both function and good looks. The first zone stores wine and wine glasses for easy access. When entertaining, you can use the accompanying countertop space as a mini buffet for appetizer platters. The middle zone has a cozy seating area that's perfect for looking through cookbooks or enjoying a leisurely cup of coffee. The third zone has a sink on one side and lots of innovative storage on the other side. A Spice Drawer Organizer keeps small items neatly organized. Wall Top Hinge Cabinets with glass doors are an interesting way to display baking bowls or canned goods with artistic labels or cookbooks.

Using two different finishes, one lighter and one darker, adds visual interest to the room. The lighter finish also ensures that the large island doesn't overpower the room.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat® Classic Lariat in Cherry Ebony Mist Glaze

For Food Lovers and Wine Lovers

High style and highly functional, a bi-level island is perfect for people who love to entertain. The Wine Shelf and Steam Glass Holder help transform the island into a mini libations station. The lower countertop doubles as a place to present hors d'oeuvres. The ample storage can hold anything from serving a platter to pots and pans. Steps away from the sink and stove, it's also a great place for food prep.

Decorative accents near the bottom of the island give it the look of fine furniture, while the contrast between the light wood finish and the dark countertops give it a very modern vibe.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat® Classic Avenue in Maple Natural

Suspended Cabinet Design, Open Spaces

This room achieves a sense of airy lightness with a phenomenal amount of storage space. One of the most impressive features of this space is the innovative island. The suspended cabinets and two posts draw the eye upward to the open space above the worktop. The cook-top on the island is surrounded by countertop space, which gives the cook plenty of room for all utensils, ingredients and cookbooks.

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THIS ISLAND FEATURES: Merillat® Classic Portrait in Maple Natural