Kitchen islands have risen to the top of most kitchen wish lists for quite some time. However this is all starting to change! Trends change everything! Everyone wants to be unique. More people are entertaining the idea of replacing an island with a beautiful table. This trend has been inspired by the recent love of the Farmhouse Style and the desire to bring back the wholesome family seating in an eat-in kitchen.
For those who have the choice, here are some benefits to each!
Dining Table
The first reason many choose a table is the charm it brings to the space. In-cooperating a table makes the space customize-able! Without changing anything other than the table and chairs, your space is able to go from shabby-chic to modern. Changing chair cushions with the seasons is also a great benefit. Beyond decor styles, a table allows more sight-lines. This means the kitchen feels bigger! Bulky islands block the eye from seeing the cabinets behind, which creates a tight space. Being able to see through the table legs gives much more light and, an over all, more comfortable space.
The downside to using a table over an island is storage. Yes, you have great sight-lines and a wholesome feeling kitchen, but will it be functional?
Kitchen Island
There are many scenarios as to why an island feels appropriate than a table. Lack of storage, appliances in the island, and those who like a separate eating space. Not all islands make a kitchen feel small or dark! As long as the space has plenty of light (Natural or artificial) and the layout allows plenty of space, there is no need to worry about feeling cramped. If your’e a messy cooker, you may not want to look at a messy kitchen while enjoying dinner. It is nice to hide away from the mess while eating!
It all comes down to preference!
Many homeowners argue that opting for a table leads to a warmer and more friendly atmosphere. But you may be sacrificing storage and functionality for said atmosphere.
A great alternative, if you want the best of both worlds (to some degree at least) is a mobile island! While there are thousands of styles and options, they don’t add quite the same charm as a table.
At the end of the day, both are wonderful options, and when designing the kitchen of your dreams, you can’t go wrong with either.
